Childminder in Kent

This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder has not fulfilled the statutory requirements to maintain a valid paediatric first-aid certificate. However, she demonstrates an understanding of how to keep children safe in the case of a minor emergency. n The childminder has a clear understanding of her role and responsibility to safeguard children. She can identify possible signs and symptoms of abuse and neglect. The childminder understands the procedures to follow to report any concerns or allegations. n The childminder recognises the importance of carrying out risk assessments. She can discuss how she will keep her home safe from any potential hazards when children are present. She has appropriate procedures in place for when she offers overnight care to children. n The childminder demonstrates a sound knowledge of how to support children's learning and development. She clearly explains how she would plan an interesting curriculum, which builds on children's interest and next steps in

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learning. n The childminder recognises the importance of working in partnership with parents. She discusses how she will share information about children's learning and how she will support parents to continue this learning at home. n The childminder has a good understanding of how to promote children's emotional well-being. She clearly identifies strategies she would use when promoting positive behaviour. For example, she would support children to be kind and respectful to each other. n The childminder discusses how she would support children to learn about the wider world. For example, she would share information about different cultures and traditions to help children understand differences in society. n The childminder understands the importance of developing positive partnerships with other early years professionals involved with children in her care. She knows the value of working together to provide continuity of care.

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This provision does not meet 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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Due date

ensure that a current paediatric first-aid certificate is maintained. 30/08/2024

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY467719 Local authority Kent Inspection number 10355217 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 21 November 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2013. She lives in Sheerness, Kent. The childminder holds a level 2 qualification. She works all year round, Monday to Friday, 7am to 9pm. The childminder offers overnight care.

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Inspection activities

n This is 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 account in their evaluation of the provider. n The inspector viewed the childminder's home and garden and discussed the risk assessments in place to minimise hazards and keep children safe. n The childminder shared with the inspector how she would plan effectively for children's individual learning. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder about her safeguarding knowledge and procedures in place to support children's welfare.

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Inspection activities

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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