Childminder in Bexley

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder demonstrates a clear understanding of how to keep children safe. He attends regular safeguarding training and is knowledgeable about the possible signs that may indicate a child is at risk of harm. He understands how to follow correct reporting procedures and the importance of keeping accurate records to help to protect children's welfare. n The childminder displays clear knowledge about supporting children's learning and development. He describes the benefits of planning a wide range of activities and experiences to help children to develop new knowledge and skills. He also discusses how closely monitoring children's progress helps to identify what they need to learn next, which helps to support their ongoing progress. n The childminder is aware of how to prepare children for their move on to school. He highlights the importance of boosting children's self confidence and independence skills to help them to try new things and to develop positive

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attitudes towards learning. n The childminder understands the value of supporting children to lead a healthy lifestyle. For instance, he discusses the health benefits of lots of active outdoor play in the garden or local parks. He also highlights the importance of providing children with healthy and nutritiously balanced snacks and meals. n The childminder highlights the importance of building trusting relationships with parents. He discusses how sharing information about children's activities, behaviour and new achievements helps parents to feel involved in their children's care and education. n The childminder describes how he aims to offer an inclusive service. He discusses the importance of teaching children about different cultures and backgrounds and helping children to learn to respect and value differences between themselves and others. n The childminder understands the importance of nurturing children's emotional

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well-being. He discusses the importance of being a positive role model and teaching children about kindness, respect and expected behaviour. n The childminder keeps all mandatory training up to date. He recognises the importance of reflective practice and discusses how he includes parents', children's and other professionals' views when making ongoing enhancements to the setting.

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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 EY421925 Local authority Bexley Inspection number 10305030 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 8 February 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2011 and lives in Bexley, Kent. The childminder works with his wife who is also a registered childminder. He operates all year round, from 7.30am until 6pm on Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3.

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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 childminder and has taken this into account in their evaluation of the setting. n The inspector viewed the premises and resources to ensure that they are safe and suitable. n The inspector held a number of discussions with the childminder about their curriculum intent and how they intend to monitor children's progress. n The inspector discussed how the childminder intends to keep children safe and how they hope to foster children's emotional well-being. n A range of documents were viewed. For instance, suitability information for the other adults that live in the household and a range of qualification and training certificates.

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Inspection activities

23 November 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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