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Early years · Childminder inspection (EIF, requirements met)

Childminder in Bromley

Inspected 16 Dec 2022 · published 19 Jan 2023 · URN 2587237

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  • Inspection date verified

    16 Dec 2022

  • Inspectors verified

    Kate Daurge

  • Overall effectivenesssingle source

    Met

  • Name on report verified

    Childminder report

  • URN verified

    2587237

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  • OverallMet

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−40Criticalmore positive than 8% of reports of this type graded Met
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What needs to improveAbout the inspection positive critical

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5
Words of findings
401
about usual (typical 350)
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Fairly hard
Flesch 55, typical 47
Average sentence
13 words
Next steps
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What needs to improve 49%About the inspection 51%

Full report text

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands the COVID-19 pandemic may have affected what children know and can do. She explains how identifying any disruption to learning and addressing this helps children to be prepared for their next stage of education. n The childminder understands her responsibility to keep children safe. She knows how to identify the possible signs that children may be at risk of harm. The childminder understands how to report her concerns to the appropriate authorities. She plans to carry out regular risk assessments of her home to keep children safe. n The childminder understands how to use assessment tools to identify children's next steps. She understands the importance of sharing what children know and can do with their parents. She has experience of working with external agencies to help children receive the help that they need with their learning. The childminder aims to provide swift support for children with special educational

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This provision meets requirements

needs and/or disabilities. She plans to attend training to refresh her knowledge of children's developmental milestones. n The childminder has a clear approach to communicating with parents. She plans to share her policies and procedures with parents regularly. The childminder plans to regularly meet with parents to discuss their children's progress. n The childminder understands that children need support to manage their emotions. She has clear strategies for managing behaviour. The childminder plans to teach children manners and self-respect. She knows that this prepares children for adulthood. n The childminder understands the importance of a healthy diet. She plans to work with parents to make sure that healthy lifestyles and diet are promoted. She understands that it is important for children to try new foods. This helps children to make choices and know what they like and dislike. n The childminder is reflective of her own practice. She undertakes regular training

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This provision meets requirements

to ensure that she can support all children in their learning and development.

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This provision meets requirements

There were no children in the early years age range present when this inspection took place. The findings in this report are based on evidence gathered from discussions with those who care for the children and an inspection of the premises, equipment and relevant documentation. Where there are no early years children present, no judgement is made on the quality of the early years provision as there is no reliable evidence on which to assess its impact on children. The report states whether the provider continues to meet the requirements of registration.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2587237 Local authority Bromley Inspection number 10251145 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

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inspection

Total number of places 8 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2020. She lives in Orpington, Kent. She operates term time only, Monday to Friday from 7am until 6pm. She offers funded early education to children aged two, three and four years old.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the provider received since the COVID-19 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure they are safe and suitable. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request. n The childminder and the inspector discussed the childminder's self-evaluation process and how she plans to improve her knowledge.

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Inspection activities

We carried out this inspection under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 on the quality and standards of provision that is registered on the Early Years Register. The registered person must ensure that this provision complies with the statutory framework for children's learning, development and care, known as the early years foundation stage.

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Inspection activities

16 December 2022 16 December 2022 regulates and inspects to achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, further education and skills, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children's services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

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