Childminder in Medway

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder demonstrates that he has a secure knowledge and understanding of the learning and development requirements of the early years foundation stage. He describes activities that he would provide for children. For example, to promote children's speech and language he would ensure that children are hearing a range of stories, developing a love of books, singing songs, and taking trips to visit the library. n The childminder shows a good level of understanding regarding how he will promote children's health and well-being. He explains how he will provide daily opportunities for children to access fresh air and develop their physical skills. He plans to speak to parents and carers before children start to have a good understanding of their needs and requirements, such as allergies and intolerances. n The childminder is aware of the steps he needs to take if there are concerns regarding children's development. He understands the importance of completing

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the progress check for children aged two years, and how these can help identify any areas of concern. n The childminder is able to demonstrate that he understands how children's behaviour can impact on learning, and how he will set clear rules and expectations. He wants children to take responsibility for their behaviour and will act as a positive role model. n The childminder has improved his understanding of safeguarding. He is clear on what needs to be reported, how to make referrals and how to manage allegations against himself or household members. He now has a good understanding of safeguarding aspects, such as county lines, female genital mutilation and radicalisation, and how these could affect children. n The childminder has improved his understanding of records that must be kept. For example, he now has clear procedures for collecting information from parents and to record the times that each child attends.

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands the importance of working with parents and sharing information about their child's development and next steps in learning.

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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 2688815 Local authority Medway Inspection number 10318241 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 3 Date of previous inspection 17 October 2023

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2022. He lives and works with a co-childminder in Gillingham, Kent. The childminder offers care for before and after school as well as for early years aged children during the day, from Monday to Friday, term time only. The childminder has a relevant childcare qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector discussed any continued impact of the pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how he supports children's learning and development. n The inspector asked the childminder questions throughout the inspection to establish his understanding of how to safeguard children. n The inspector and childminder held a number of discussions relating to recommendations and actions from his previous inspection. The childminder was able to discuss how he had addressed these. n The childminder showed the inspector the policies and procedures and documentation that he uses when caring for children. n The childminder explained how he will work in partnership with parents to support children's development and well-being

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13 March 2024 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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