Childminder in Bexley

This provision meets requirements

n During discussion, the childminder demonstrated knowledge of signs and symptoms that might indicate that a child is at risk of abuse. She understands procedures to follow if she has concerns. The childminder has suitable documentation and up-to-date training to keep children safe. n The childminder understands the importance of working effectively with parents. She describes how she will give parents daily updates on children's activities, progress and well-being. The childminder is aware of the value of working with parents to support children's development. n Through discussion, the childminder demonstrates she knows how to manage children's behaviour effectively. She describes how she will share house rules with children so that they know what is expected of them. The childminder explains how she will use praise to encourage children to behave in positive ways. n The childminder understands how to support children's learning and good

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progress through a balanced curriculum. She explains how she will promote their communication, language and literacy skills through reading stories and singing songs. The childminder plans to teach younger children names of common objects. She talks about how she will support children's creative development through different activities, such as making models from play dough and painting pictures. n The childminder is aware of the need to evaluate her practice regularly. She explains how she considers her strengths and weaknesses and sets goals for improvement. For instance, she plans to attend training to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. This aims to promote best outcomes for children. n The childminder is aware of the value of healthy routines. She describes how she stores children's packed lunches appropriately and ensures that they have access to fresh drinking water at all times. The childminder explains how she will teach

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children about the value of eating well and how to take care of their teeth and gums. n The childminder understands the importance of teaching children about difference. She has toys and resources that reflect different races and cultures. The childminder plans to teach children about special cultural or religious events to support their understanding in this area.

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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 EY539752 Local authority Bexley Inspection number 10368533 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 14 Date of previous inspection 25 March 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2016. She lives in Belvedere in the London Borough of Bexley. The childminder provides care for children from Monday to Friday from 7am to 6pm all year round and is closed on public bank holidays. She offers the government funded places for childcare places. The childminder has a level 3 qualification.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector viewed the premises, toys and resources with the childminder. She talked with the childminder about how she will use these to promote children's learning. n The inspector viewed relevant documentation, which included the childminder's paediatric first-aid qualification, insurance and Disclosure and Barring Service checks for adults living in the home. n The inspector talked with the childminder about her safeguarding knowledge and how she will keep children safe. n The inspector spoke with the childminder to find out how she would use experiences and activities to support children's learning and development.

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14 February 2025 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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14 February 2025 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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