Childminder in Bromley

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a strong understanding of how young children learn. She understands how to create an environment that supports children to make choices and develop their interests. The childminder demonstrates an understanding of how to plan suitably challenging activities. She understands that providing children with new experiences helps to develop their curiosity. n The childminder understands that some children may have gaps in their learning. She describes how to identify what children should learn next. The childminder understands how to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. She knows how to make links with experts to support children's learning. The childminder discusses how this will ensure that all children receive specialist support, where required. n The childminder demonstrates a strong understanding of the range of skills and knowledge children need to learn. She discusses the importance of a well-

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balanced curriculum that considers the needs of all children. For example, the childminder discusses how messy play promotes children's imaginations. n The childminder understands that it is important for children to be physically active. She demonstrates an understanding of how to plan activities that help children to gain physical strength. The childminder recognises that taking appropriate risks in play promotes children's resilience. n The childminder explains the importance of having clear expectations of children's behaviour. She understands that giving children a wide range of social interactions supports their self-confidence. The childminder knows that teaching children how to take care of each other promotes their emotional and social development. n The childminder understands the importance of a healthy diet. She discusses how to support young children to learn which foods are nutritious. The

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childminder considers the importance of promoting oral health and basic hygiene. She understands that teaching children to understand how germs spread and to clean their hands is important. The childminder explains that this promotes children's physical well-being. n The childminder understands the importance of fostering strong relationships with parents. She demonstrates an understanding of how to share information with parents. The childminder understands how this helps parents to extend children's learning at home. n The childminder describes the importance of regularly reflecting on her practice. She understands that regular training and research help her knowledge to continue to develop over time. The childminder has strong links with external professionals to support her professional development. n The childminder demonstrates a strong understanding of how to keep children safe. She understands the importance of regularly assessing risk in her home.

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This provision meets requirements

The childminder describes how she considers the ages and needs of children when removing hazards. The childminder knows that this helps to keep children safe.

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This provision meets requirements

8 November 2024 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 2758590 Local authority Bromley Inspection number 10349482 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 12 Number of children on roll 4 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2023 and lives in Bromley, Kent. She operates during term time, from 7.30am to 5pm, Monday to Thursday. The childminder offers government funded childcare.

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Inspection activities

n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request. n The inspector viewed the provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The inspector and the childminder discussed how the childminder organises their curriculum to support children's learning.

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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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8 November 2024 regulates and inspects to achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, further education and skills, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children's services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

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