Childminder EY467719

Met

Previous inspection Not Met (with actions)

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has made significant improvements since her last inspection. For example, she has obtained an in date paediatric first-aid certificate. This ensures she is able to support any children swiftly and appropriately in the case of any minor emergences. The childminder fully understands all aspects of safeguarding and child protection. This includes fully understanding all the signs and symptoms to be vigilant for, including potential signs of the 'Prevent' duty and domestic abuse. The childminder knows who to contact to seek advice and knows how to follow up any potential concerns. n The childminder knows the importance of establishing positive relationships with parents and keeping them fully informed and involved in their children's learning. She plans to share information routinely about their children's achievements and next steps in learning. n The childminder has a clear understanding of the benefits and importance of

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establishing positive partnerships with other early years professionals. This includes communicating with staff at settings children also attend and other outside agencies. The childminder intends to provide children with a good consistent approach to their shared care and learning opportunities. This will include sharing children's achievements and strategies to support their learning. n The childminder knows how to effectively review and evaluate her practice and understands the importance of doing so. The childminder intends to continue to carry out regular independent reading and research to help her to keep up to date with current early years practice. n The childminder has a comprehensive understanding of all areas of learning and the importance of engaging children in motivating learning experiences. She intends to implement a challenging curriculum to instil wonder and awe. The childminder will ensure she will get to know children's individual personalities

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and what makes them unique to establish secure and trusting relationships. n The childminder fully understands the benefits of being a positive role model and supporting children to understand the expectations of their behaviour. For example, she intends to support them to be kind, empathetic and polite. The childminder will ensure that her practice is inclusive and diverse. For example, she intends to teach children about other people's similarities and differences from around the world. This includes traditions and religious beliefs of other cultures.

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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 EY467719 Local authority Kent Inspection number 10364328 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 16 August 2024

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2013. She is located in Minster-On-Sea, Sheerness in Kent. The childminder cares for children from Monday to Friday, from 7am to 7pm, all year around. The childminder has a relevant early years qualification at level 2.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector discussed with the childminder the learning opportunities she intends to provide all children. n The inspector viewed the indoor and outdoor learning environments. n Written documentation was reviewed. This included safeguarding and child protection policies and procedures. n During the inspection, the inspector spoke to the childminder and considered their views.

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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

9 July 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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