Childminder in Kent

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Previous inspection Not Met (with actions)

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder fully understands all safeguarding and child protection policies and procedures. She knows how to effectively safeguard children, protect their welfare and help keep them safe. This includes knowing what signs and symptoms to be vigilant for regarding all areas of abuse. The childminder knows who to contact to seek advice and how to raise and follow up any potential concerns. She fully understands how to manage any allegations raised against herself. The childminder's safeguarding policies are thorough and she has a secure understanding of them. n There has been significant improvement since the childminder's inspection regarding her knowledge of the early years foundation stage (EYFS) expectations. She has a secure knowledge of the most revised documents. Therefore, she has a confident understanding of how she intends to support children to develop in all areas of learning. The childminder plans to provide

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children with a wide range of resources and experiences and build on their interests to help keep them motivated to learn. n The childminder understands the importance of establishing positive relationships with parents and keeping them fully involved and informed. This includes her intention to routinely share information of their children's development and next steps in their learning. The childminder has as secure understanding of the requirement to complete written summaries to share with parents when their children are aged between two and three years. n The childminder understands the benefits and importance of establishing positive partnerships with other early years professionals. For instance, she discusses how she will share information about children's achievements with staff at settings they may also attend. She recognises the benefits of providing children with a positive and consistent approach to their care and learning

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experiences. n The childminder has recently completed training to keep up to date and build on her knowledge and skills. This includes developing her understanding of the EYFS and how she can support children to make progress. The childminder knows how to effectively review and evaluate her practice. For example, she will talk to children daily about what they have enjoyed and not enjoyed as much. She will use her findings to support her future activity plans. n The childminder recognises the importance of getting to know children to ensure they settle quickly and happily into her setting. She intends to successfully establish a positive relationship with all children. The childminder will help children enjoy their time with her and develop a good sense of belonging. n The childminder understands the benefits of encouraging children to develop positive attributes and values. For example, she knows how she will support

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This provision meets requirements

them to behave well and be polite and kind. Children will learn about other people's similarities and differences and the childminder will help them understand how to respect others.

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This provision meets requirements

15 February 2023 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 2548532 Local authority Kent Inspection number 10239056 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 6 Number of children on roll 3 Date of previous inspection 29 April 2022

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2019. She is located in Ashford, Kent. The childminder cares for children Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 8am to 6pm, all year around.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector discussed any continued impact of the pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of her practice. n The inspector discussed with the childminder the learning opportunities she intends to provide all children. n The inspector viewed the indoor and outdoor learning environments. n Written documentation was reviewed. This included safeguarding and child protection policies and procedures. n During the inspection, the inspector spoke to the childminder and considered her views.

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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

15 February 2023 15 February 2023 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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