Childminder in Bromley

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder demonstrates that she will provide a safe and secure learning environment for children. She explains how she will minimise or eliminate hazards through regular checks and risk assessments of her home. The childminder describes how she will teach children to keep themselves safe, such as when using online devices. n The childminder has completed training, to help ensure her safeguarding knowledge is up to date. She understands how to identify the signs of child abuse and is confident about the processes to follow, should she have concerns about children's welfare. The childminder knows what to do if there is an allegation made about her or a member of her household. n The childminder understands the importance of working in partnership with parents. For example, she will gather information on children's routines, preferences and interests before they join her provision. The childminder

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explains how she will use this information to help children settle and to support their care and learning right from the start. n The childminder explains how she will provide a broad and ambitious curriculum, to teach children the skills and knowledge needed for a smooth transition to school. She knows how to make regular assessments of children's progress and to support the next stages in their development. n The childminder describes how she will support children's good behaviour and teach them important social skills. For instance, she will explain the rules and boundaries in her home and teach children to be kind and friendly towards others. The childminder explains how she will foster children's positive attitudes to learning, such as by providing activities based around their individual interests. n The childminder outlines how she will introduce children to a range of seasonal, religious and cultural events throughout the year. She explains how this will help

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them to understand people and communities outside of their own experiences. n The childminder knows how to promote healthy lifestyles for children and describes how she will provide nutritious meals and snacks. She understands the importance of daily exercise and outdoor play, to support children's physical health. Therefore, she will include regular walks and outings into her routines for children.

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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 136887 Local authority Bromley Inspection number 10308004 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 27 March 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1992 and lives in the London Borough of Bromley. She operates from 8am to 5pm, Monday to Thursday, during term times only.

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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 this into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The childminder showed the inspector the areas of her home that she uses for childminding. She explained how she ensures that these are safe and suitable for children. n The childminder explained how she will provide an appropriate early years curriculum for children. n The inspector viewed relevant documentation, such as the childminder's paediatric first-aid qualification and liability insurance certificate. n The inspector had discussions with the childminder, to help establish her safeguarding knowledge.

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Inspection activities

31 October 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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