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n The childminder is passionate about expanding her professional expertise. This is evident from the many training courses she has completed since her last inspection. This has enhanced her knowledge and skills in early education. For example, she has improved her knowledge about how to support children's mathematics development. n The childminder has a thorough understanding of how children learn. She explains how she uses assessments to monitor children's development and support their progress. This process includes completing the progress check for children aged two to three years. n The childminder demonstrates, through discussion, a strong understanding of managing children's behaviour. She explains how she employs a calm and positive approach, encouraging kindness and respect among children. She also helps children understand their rights and to follow the rules of the setting. n The childminder is well aware of her child protection responsibilities. She

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possesses a solid understanding of the signs and indicators that a child may be at risk of harm. She outlines the appropriate process for referring any concerns to the relevant authorities. n The premises are safe and secure. All necessary policies and procedures are established to ensure the smooth operation of her service. For example, she described appropriate procedures for managing accidents or administering medication. She understands the importance of recording such events, obtaining parental permission, and communicating with parents. n The childminder holds a current paediatric first-aid certificate and public liability insurance. She has a food hygiene certificate. Environmental health checked her food preparation procedures and complimented her on the high standards. n The childminder demonstrates an understanding, through discussion, of how to promote children's good health. She explained that she provides healthy home-

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cooked food that caters for dietary needs. She discussed how she supports children's sleep needs and ensures they have access to outdoor physical play on a daily basis. n The childminder fully understands the importance of collaborating with parents to meet children's needs. She emphasises the significance of building strong relationships and maintaining effective communication. She has established processes to identify children's starting points in partnership with parents.

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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 EY392879 Local authority Bromley Inspection number 10359919 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 9 Date of previous inspection 3 December 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2009. She lives in Biggin Hill, in the London Borough of Bromley. The childminder receives funding to provide early education. She provides care for children on Monday to Friday, from 7.30am until 6.30pm, for most of the year. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n The childminder showed the inspector her policies and documents used when caring for children. The inspector looked at documents including evidence of the suitability of household members n The inspector asked a range of questions throughout the inspection to establish the childminder's understanding of the statutory requirements. n The childminder gave the inspector a tour of her premises and explained how she organised her home.

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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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