Childminder, Out-of school day care in Bromley

This provision meets requirements

Children walk together to the childminder's home after school. They hold hands and listen to the childminder's instructions as they learn to cross the road safely and look out for traffic. As they arrive, children excitedly take off their shoes and place their bags safely away. Children listen to the childminder explain the different activities they have to choose from. They settle down happily to play with their friends.

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This provision meets requirements

The childminder creates an environment that considers the interests of the children. For example, she provides children with craft activities to practise appropriate skills for their ages. Children make models out of play dough and share their creations. Older children use paint by numbers to create artwork. Children chat to each other with confidence and discuss what they are making. They listen to their friends' ideas and cooperate well with each other.

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This provision meets requirements

Children can choose to play with their friends or have quiet time by themselves. Some children read books quietly on the sofa. Other children play with dolls together as they feed and push them around in the pushchair. Children are relaxed and happy. They confidently ask the childminder for help, and she responds gently. Children feel listened to and valued.

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need to do better?

n The childminder is evaluative of her practice. She regularly carries out risk assessments to ensure that her home is hazard free for the children. Children have a safe environment to explore. n The childminder plans a variety of activities that the children enjoy, both indoors and outdoors in the garden. Children have strong friendships with each other. They introduce their friends and talk about their ages and what they like doing. Children are confident talkers. They are sociable and encouraging of each other's achievements. n Parents are happy with the care their children receive. They report that their children use their imagination to make things that they enjoy sharing at home. Parents say that their children are very happy to go to the childminder's home. They say that they receive lots of information about what their children have been doing throughout the afternoon. n The childminder knows that it is important to find out about children's previous

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need to do better?

experiences. She asks parents to give her information about children's likes and dislikes and their home languages. The childminder is currently improving her processes for receiving information. This will help her to understand more about the individual needs of the children she cares for.

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9 March 2023 n Children demonstrate that they are able to do things for themselves. They understand the rules the childminder has about how they access her home. This helps children to respect the environment. Children do things for themselves. They wash their hands and help tidy up when they move from one activity to another. n The childminder supports children to understand the importance of a healthy lifestyle. She prepares healthy home-cooked meals for the children. The childminder makes sure that children try a variety of vegetables. Children can express their likes and dislikes. n Children behave well. They learn to use 'kind hands and feet'. The childminder uses lots of positive reinforcement and praises children's good behaviour. She deals with any behaviour issues swiftly and clearly. Children know what is expected of them. They feel safe and secure. n The childminder carries out regular research about how children learn through

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play. She uses this to reflect on the activities she provides. The childminder asks children what they want to do and plans activities with them. For example, when children say they are interested in construction they learn to build using blocks and a marble run. Children are able to contribute to the environment. They can practise their own interests. n The childminder knows it is important for children to share their own talents. Children regularly share their achievements from school or home with their friends. The childminder is strengthening the opportunities children have to share their home cultures and backgrounds. She understands that this will further promote the children's respect for each other's differences.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder provides a safe environment for children to play and learn in. She understands her responsibility to keep children safe. The childminder regular evaluates her emergency procedures. She carries out regular reviews of her home and conducts risk assessments when taking the children outside. The childminder is able to identify the signs that children may be at risk of abuse or harm. She knows how to report her concerns to the appropriate authorities. The childminder understands the factors that may affect her suitability. She knows how to report in the event of an allegation being made about herself or other adults.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2610526 Local authority Bromley Inspection number 10276024 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 10 Number of children on roll 10 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2021. She lives in the London Borough of Bromley. Care is offered all year round expect public holidays. Her opening hours are 3pm to 6pm Monday to Friday.

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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 provider 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 Children spoke to the inspector during the inspection. n The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and children. n Parents shared their views of the setting with the inspector. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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Inspection activities

9 March 2023 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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