Childminder in Kent

This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder has not ensured that he is meeting all requirements. Specifically, he does not have written safeguarding and complaints policies as required to comply with the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. In addition, he has allowed his public liability insurance to lapse.The childminder has not taken action to provide Ofsted with the information needed to check the suitability of a household member who has recently turned 16. n The childminder understands his safeguarding responsibilities to protect children from harm. He knows the procedures to follow if he has concerns about a child's well-being of if an allegation is made against himself or his assistant. The childminder has accessed safeguarding training. This helps to keep his knowledge current and to understand wider safeguarding issues that may affect children. However, the childminder has not devised a written policy to safeguard

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children and share with parents, as required. n The childminder can talk about how he plans to keep his setting safe and secure and minimise any dangers to children. He understands the need to risk assess to ensure that the premises are suitable prior to caring for children. n The childminder knows how to promote children's healthy lifestyles. He will prepare balanced, home-cooked meals and offer children healthy snacks. The childminder explains how he will encourage children to be physically active outdoors. n The childminder has a clear understanding of the importance of assessing children's learning. This includes completing a progress check for children aged two. He is aware of the importance of working in partnership with parents and professionals to support children's future learning. n Through discussion, the childminder shows an understanding of the importance of building relationships with parents. For example, the childminder describes

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how he understands the importance of communicating with parents through conversations. n The childminder explains how he will use a range of teaching skills to meet children's individual learning needs. He describes how he plans to use children's interests to encourage and engage them in their learning. The childminder explains how he will help to develops children's communication and language skills through clear interactions. n The childminder understands the value of helping children learn about expectations for behaviour and how to encourage their independence and self- confidence. He knows the importance of supporting children to be respectful, kind to others, to share and be tolerant.

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This provision does not meet requirements

26 June 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

ensure public liability insurance is in place at all times 26/09/2023

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Due date

devise a clear, written policy for dealing with complaints from parents, as required 26/09/2023

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Due date

devise a written policy and procedure to safeguard children and share with parents, as required 26/09/2023

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Due date

provide Ofsted with the information needed to complete the required suitability checks on those aged 16 or over who live or work on the premises. 26/09/2023

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2610056 Local authority Kent Inspection number 10276011 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 Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2021. He lives in Dartford, Kent. He is available to care for children between 7am and 7pm, Monday to Friday, all year except for family holidays.

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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 considered how the childminder plans to work in partnership with parents and other professionals n The childminder spoke to the inspector about his intentions for children's learning. n The inspector checked the childminder's understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements. n The childminder provided the inspector with some key documentation on request.

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Inspection activities

26 June 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

26 June 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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