Childminder in Kent

This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder has suitable knowledge of the signs and symptoms of child abuse to protect children's welfare. However, she does not keep up to date with changes to local safeguarding agencies and relevant policy guidance, so she can act appropriately when required. n The childminder does not understand she must continue to comply with the requirements of the early years foundation stage when there are no children on roll. She has not taken prompt action to ensure the suitability of household members who have turned 16 years old. The childminder has not renewed her public liability insurance. She does not have a current paediatric first-aid certificate. The childminder does not have a first-aid kit accessible to respond to emergencies and keep children safe. n The childminder has not kept her knowledge of the learning and development requirements up to date. She does not know about the educational programmes

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and how they help guide activities for children. This impacts on the childminder's ability to successfully plan for children's learning and development. n The childminder has some knowledge about child development and how different groups of children learn. She demonstrates how a variety of resources can be used as strategies to help aid communication and learning, such as a sand timer and 'Now and Next' board. n The childminder understands the importance of developing positive relationships with parents. For example, she plans to regularly update parents at pre- arranged meetings about their child's progress. This will support their learning at home. The childminder explains how she plans to liaise with other professionals, at other provision children attend, for continuity of care and learning. n The childminder explains how she would support children to develop positive behaviour. For instance, she plans to act as a positive role model and teach

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them to share the resources and respect the needs of others. n The childminder understands how to help children develop a healthy lifestyle. For instance, she plans to provide daily opportunities for them to access her garden or local park. The childminder explains how she wants to take children to the library and local groups to help children socialise and meet different people. n The childminder plans to collect information from parents about their children's care routines when they first start. She understands how to work closely with parents to provide children with suitable healthy lunch options. The childminder plans to help children grow in independence and manage some tasks for themselves, such as use the toilet and wash their hands independently.

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This provision does not meet requirements

13 May 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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Due date

improve knowledge and understanding of how to plan and provide an appropriate curriculum to support children's learning and development 31/07/2023

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Due date

improve understanding of safeguarding procedures in line with local safeguarding partnership guidance 31/05/2023

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Due date

take prompt action to provide Ofsted with necessary information to assess the suitability of every person aged 16 and over living or working in the household 31/05/2023

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Due date

obtain appropriate public liability insurance cover 31/05/2023

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Due date

maintain an approved valid paediatric first-aid certificate at all times 30/06/2023

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Due date

ensure there is a first-aid box with appropriate content readily accessible to respond to any emergency quickly. 31/05/2023

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY488090 Local authority Kent Inspection number 10285672 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 0 Date of previous inspection 13 October 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2015. She lives in Dartford, Kent.

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Inspection activities

n This is the first routine inspection the childminder has received since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the setting. n The childminder walked the inspector around her home to understand how the early years provision and the curriculum would be organised. n The inspector looked at a sample of documents. This included the safeguarding children's policy and complaints procedure. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she was meeting the safeguarding and welfare requirements.

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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

13 May 2023 13 May 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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