Childminder in Medway

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands her responsibilities to keep children safe. She explains she will carry out daily checks to ensure her premises are suitable. The childminder is aware of signs and symptoms that may raise concerns about a child's welfare and understands the reporting procedures to follow to protect children from harm. n The childminder knows how to plan a curriculum to meet children's individual learning needs. She is aware of how to observe and assess their development. This will enable her to monitor the progress children are making and identify any gaps in their development. n The childminder understands the importance of gathering information from parents when children start about what they already know and can do. She will use this information, along with her own observations, to identify how she can support their development further. n The childminder describes how she will support children's communication and

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language skills. She will read stories, sing songs and role model language to help encourage children's vocabulary. n The childminder confidently discusses how she plans to promote children's health and well-being. She explains she will provide regular opportunities for children to access fresh air and exercise, including trips to the local park. She talks about how she will support children to follow good hygiene routines and learn about the importance of oral health. For example, she will encourage children to help prepare meals and learn about healthy foods. n The childminder knows how to manage children's behaviour well. She talks about how she will support children to understand rules and expectations at her setting. Furthermore, she will encourage children to share toys and be kind and caring to each other. n The childminder understands the importance of developing positive partnerships with parents and other professionals to meet children's individual needs.

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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 2645717 Local authority Medway Inspection number 10339486 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 Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2022. She lives in Gillingham, Kent. She is available to care for children Monday to Friday from 6am to 7pm, all year round, except for family holidays.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector viewed all areas of the home, including areas where the childminding will take place. n The inspector discussed with the childminder about her understanding of the requirements for safeguarding and welfare, and learning and development. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation. n The childminder and the inspector discussed how she supports partnerships with parents, children's behaviour and children's learning.

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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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