Childminder in Bromley

Met

Previous inspection Not Met (with actions)

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This provision meets requirements

n Since the last inspection, the childminder has completed safeguarding training and has developed her knowledge of child protection matters. She demonstrates a secure understanding of a range of safeguarding issues. The childminder knows what action she should take if she has concerns about children's safety or welfare. n The childminder confidently explains how to promote children's learning and development. She explains how she will observe children's development to plan for their next steps. Children are supported to follow their interests such as a love for being creative through drawing and art. n The childminder describes how children learn about healthy lifestyles. Children have regular opportunities to be outdoors as they walk to and from school, play outside and visit the park. They benefit from physical activities, such as building coordination as they navigate climbing equipment. Children learn about healthy

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foods during outings to the market, where they choose fresh fruit to enjoy. n The childminder has a good awareness of the importance of working in partnership with parents and other professionals involved in children's care, to help ensure continuity of care and learning for children. The childminder offers a gradual settling-in period to ensure children feel emotionally secure and comfortable within the setting. n The childminder explains how she positively manages children's behaviour. She describes how children learn about expectations, such as being kind to each other and listening to others. Children will be encouraged to share and take turns and learn respect for each other. n The childminder supports children to take some responsibility for their own safety. For example, learning how to walk safely on the pavement and how to cross the road safely. n The childminder has considered some areas to focus on to make further

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improvements to her setting, such as re-organising the learning environment. The childminder explains how children contribute to the self-evaluation process by talking about what they enjoy and what they would like to do next. The childminder has also built close links with other childminders, where they share ideas to support good practice.

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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 136593 Local authority Bromley Inspection number 10309406 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 4 Date of previous inspection 23 August 2023

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1999. She lives in the London Borough of Bromley. The childminder is a qualified primary school teacher. She offers care before and after school and during school holiday periods.

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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 setting n The childminder showed the inspector the areas of the premises that children use and discussed the equipment and toys available. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the curriculum for children and undertake observation, assessment and planning. n The childminder discussed documentation that will be used when caring for children. The inspector viewed the childminder's first-aid certificate. n The inspector discussed the safeguarding and welfare requirements with the childminder. n The inspector and childminder had a discussion on how she evaluates her provision and her plans for improvement.

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Inspection activities

29 July 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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Inspection activities

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