Early years · Childminder inspection (EIF, requirements met)
Childminder in Bromley
Summary
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- Inspection date verified
3 Jul 2023
- Inspectors verified
Angela Colman
- Overall effectivenesssingle source
Met
- Previous overall verified
Good
- Name on report verified
Childminder report
- URN verified
EY361291
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- OverallMet
90% of comparable inspections in the last three years were graded Met (3,163 inspections).
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- The childminder has a clear understanding of how to safeguard children. p.2
- She knows the possible signs and symptoms of abuse and neglect, including online grooming and female genital mutilation. p.2
- The childminder knows how to refer any concerns to the relevant authorities. p.2
- The childminder understands the importance of encouraging children to adopt a healthy lifestyle. p.2
- For example, through healthy eating and access to fresh water. p.2
- She plans to provide children with space to be physically active in the garden and using natural outdoor spaces, such as the woods. p.2
- The childminder knows how to work in partnership with parents. p.2
- For instance, she explains how she gathers information about children's interests and what they know and can do when they first start. p.2
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Parents & families2
“The childminder knows how to work in partnership with parents.” p.2
Anatomy of the report
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- Pages
- 5
- Words of findings
- 354
- about usual (typical 350)
- Reading level
- Hard
- Flesch 47, typical 47
- Average sentence
- 17 words
- Next steps
- 8
- typical 8
- Hedged sentences
- 0%
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This provision meets requirements
n The childminder has a clear understanding of how to safeguard children. She knows the possible signs and symptoms of abuse and neglect, including online grooming and female genital mutilation. The childminder knows how to refer any concerns to the relevant authorities. n The childminder understands the importance of encouraging children to adopt a healthy lifestyle. For example, through healthy eating and access to fresh water. She plans to provide children with space to be physically active in the garden and using natural outdoor spaces, such as the woods. n The childminder knows how to work in partnership with parents. For instance, she explains how she gathers information about children's interests and what they know and can do when they first start. The childminder has a good understanding of how children learn and knows how to follow their interests to challenge them and broaden their understanding of the wider world.
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This provision meets requirements
n The childminder has high expectations for children's behaviour. She explains how she encourages children to share, take turns and have a respect for others. n The childminder understands the importance of professional development and keeping her knowledge up to date. She completes courses and gathers information to enhance her provision. n The childminder recognises the importance of working in partnership with parents and other settings that children may attend. She is aware of her responsibilities to share information to support children's care and learning. n The childminder describes how she supports children's emotional well-being and independence. For example, she understands the importance of children having the opportunity to talk about their feelings and having space to express themselves.
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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 EY361291 Local authority Bromley Inspection number 10286040 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 9 Date of previous inspection 30 October 2017
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Information about this early years setting
The childminder registered in 2007. She lives in West Wickham, Kent. The childminder has a childcare qualification at level 3. She offers care during term time from 7.30am to 9am and 3pm to 6pm from Monday to Wednesday. She is open during the holidays from 9am to 5pm Monday to Wednesday.
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Inspection activities
n This was the first routine inspection the childminder 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 inspector looked at the policies and documents the childminder will use when caring for children. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to meet the safeguarding and welfare requirements when minding children. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder about children's learning and development, and the safeguarding and welfare requirements. n The childminder showed the inspector around the premises and discussed how she ensures that they are safe and suitable
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Inspection activities
3 July 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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Inspection activities
3 July 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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