Childminder in Kent

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands her responsibility to safeguard and protect children. She is aware of the procedures to follow if concerned about a child's well-being. The childminder completes mandatory training, such as, paediatric first aid and safeguarding. She recognises the importance of being alert to extreme views and beliefs, such as radicalisation. n Supporting children to deal with emotions and being kind to their friends is a priority for the childminder. She has high expectations for the children in her care and is a good role model. The childminder explains how she teaches children about how to recognise and deal with emotions. She has clear rules and boundaries in place. This helps children build friendships and be respectful and kind to one another. n Parent partnerships are important to the childminder. She explains how she will share information with them daily to help support care and learning needs. The

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childminder will complete a written summary of children's progress when they are aged between two and three years old and share this with parents. n The childminder has experience of working with children with special educational needs/and or disabilities (SEND). She explains how she will work with other professionals and parents to make sure all children get the support that they need. n Opportunities to develop children's physical skills are a clear focus for the childminder. She provides children with an exciting outside area to practise their gross motor skills as they investigate and explore. The childminder takes the children to the park and the beach to learn about their community and the world around them. n The dedicated childminder focuses on ensuring children reach their fullest potential. She monitors children's development and provides a range of activities that focus on their next steps and interests. The childminder explains how she

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This provision meets requirements

can support children's language and communication. For example, singing songs, nursery rhymes and engaging children in conversations to help extend their vocabulary.

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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 EY473287 Local authority Kent Inspection number 10285781 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 2 Date of previous inspection 18 October 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2013. She lives in Dunkirk, near Faversham, Kent. The childminder offers care Monday to Friday, from 7.30am until 5.30pm, during term time only. The childminder holds a relevant early years qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector discussed the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The childminder gave the inspector a tour of the premises and discussed how she ensures that they are safe and suitable for children. n The inspector sampled a range of documentation, including the childminder's qualifications and insurance certificates. n The childminder explained to the inspector how she works with parents and other professionals to support children. n The inspector checked the childminder's understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about her intentions for children's learning.

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Inspection activities

19 May 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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