Childminder in Kent

This provision does not meet requirements

n Through discussion, the childminder shows she does not have a strong enough understanding of the learning and development requirements of the early years foundation stage. She demonstrates limited knowledge about the different ways in which younger children learn, or how she will support them to make progress across the different areas of learning. The childminder cannot confidently explain how she would assess younger children or use information about what they already know, and can do, to plan for their next steps in learning. Therefore, she is unable to share how she will put a curriculum in place for younger children that is suitable and challenging. n The childminder demonstrates how she will provide a safe, secure and welcoming environment suitable for the care of young children. She describes how she will ensure toys and resources are suitable for use by young children and minimise risks in her home. She explains how she will organise routines to

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ensure children are closely supervised at all times, including when sleeping or eating. n The childminder shows an understanding of the importance of supporting children's health and well-being. She demonstrates, through discussion, how she intends to provide them with healthy meals. The childminder plans to use daily experiences for children to enjoy fresh air and exercise, to promote their physical development and well-being. For instance, she states how she will plan regular trips to the local park for children to experience larger apparatus to help them to understand how to manage risks safely. n The childminder is able to describe how she will promote children's positive behaviour effectively. She recognises the importance of helping children to learn to manage their feelings, to help them develop good behaviour and positive attitudes to learning. For example, she describes how she will use stories and

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pictures to help children understand their emotions. The childminder is aware that this promotes children's self-esteem and helps them to feel secure. n The childminder understands the importance of developing parent partnerships to understand and meet the needs of all children. She describes how she will communicate regularly with parents. n The childminder understands her role and responsibility to keep children safe and protected from harm. She is aware of how to identify signs of abuse and neglect that compromises children's welfare. The childminder knows how to report any concerns to the relevant local safeguarding children's partnership. She understands the importance of ensuring the suitability of assistants working with her.

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This provision does not meet requirements

25 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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Due date

improve knowledge of the ways that younger children learn, to be able to provide a stimulating and enjoyable curriculum for them to engage in and to help them make good progress 26/12/2024

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Due date

develop an understanding of how to observe and assess the progress young children are making, in order to plan their future learning. 26/12/2024

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2678216 Local authority Lewisham Inspection number 10367645 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 2 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2022. She lives in the London Borough of Lewisham. The childminder operates Monday to Friday, all year round. She holds a relevant childcare qualification.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector talked with the childminder about how she plans to deliver her curriculum for children. n The childminder showed the inspector the areas of the house used to care for children. n The childminder talked to the inspector about how she reflects on her practice. n The inspector viewed relevant documentation, including the childminder's paediatric first-aid certificate.

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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

25 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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