Childminder 125869

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands the value of assessing children's progress. She plans to provide children with rich experiences that cover all areas of learning. The childminder is passionate about sustainability and intends to develop children's understanding of the importance of recycling. n The childminder recognises the importance of establishing positive relationships with parents. She plans to share children's achievements with parents and ideas on how to continue any learning at home. n The childminder has a good understanding of how to promote children's emotional well-being. She has identified strategies she intends to use when promoting good behaviour. For example, she will discuss emotions and feelings and teach children to be respectful to each other. n The childminder explains how she would teach children to learn about the wider world. For example, she would share information about different cultures and

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festivals to help them understand differences in society. n The childminder knows how to effectively review and evaluate her practice. For instance, she intends to reflect on the day by looking at what went well and what could be improved. This will help her to ensure she offers high-quality care and education for the children she looks after. The childminder values her professional development and attends regular webinars to keep her knowledge up to date. n The childminder demonstrates a sound knowledge of the areas of learning and how she would support children's development. The childminder understands the value of assessing children's progress. She plans to provide children with rich experiences that cover all areas of learning. n The childminder has a clear understanding of her role to safeguard children in her care. She understands how to risk assess her home to ensure it is safe for children to play in. She recognises the importance of keeping children safe when

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they leave her home. She intends to provide high-visibility tabards and wristbands with contact numbers to call in an emergency.

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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 125869 Local authority Kent Inspection number 10398445 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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Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 25 Date of previous inspection 22 October 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1992. She is located in Longfield, Kent. The childminder cares for children from Monday to Friday from 7am until 7pm, all year round, except for family holidays. The childminder provides funded education for all eligible children. The childminder holds a relevant early years qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector viewed the childminder's home and garden and discussed the risk assessments in place to minimise hazards and keep children safe. n The childminder shared with the inspector how she would plan an effective a curriculum in all areas of learning. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder about her safeguarding knowledge and procedures in place to support children's welfare.

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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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