Childminder EY350345

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder demonstrates a thorough understanding of her role and responsibilities in promoting children's safety and welfare, as well as supporting their learning. She maintains a valid first-aid qualification and has a comprehensive knowledge of safeguarding issues. n The childminder discusses how she builds a curriculum based on what children already know and what they need to do next. She works closely with parents to find out children's individual starting points. She describes how she provides the children with meaningful and enjoyable activities linked to their interests. n The childminder demonstrates a thorough understanding of child development. She discusses planning a wide range of activities to support children's learning, and the importance of closely monitoring their ongoing progress. She understands the importance of the progress check at age two, in identifying any concerns and sharing this information with parents.

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n The childminder displays a sound knowledge of how to promote children's behaviour and social skills. For example, she talks about the positive methods that she would use to help children to understand what behaviour is expected and why some behaviour is not appropriate. n The childminder discusses the benefits of taking children outdoors daily. They visit a variety of local parks, woodlands and places of interest. She discusses how this supports children's social development, physical well-being and helps to develop awareness of the local community. n The childminder discusses how she finds out about children's individual needs and spends time helping children settle and feel comfortable when they first attend. She is dedicated to ensuring every child feels welcome and has a sense of belonging in her home. She has good links with the local schools, which support children's transitions. n The childminder places an emphasis on her own professional development. She

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This provision meets requirements

understands the importance of keeping up to date with changes to policy and practice and how this supports the children in her care. For example, she has undertaken training relating to supporting children's communication and language and how to provide a language-rich environment.

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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 EY350345 Local authority Kent Inspection number 10415016 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 8 Date of previous inspection 9 January 2020

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2007. She lives in Ashford, Kent. She is available to care for children Monday to Friday from 7.30am to 6pm, throughout the year. The childminder accepts funding for the provision of free early education for eligible children aged nine months to four years.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector viewed the childminding provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about her intentions for children's learning. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request, including evidence of her suitability and the suitability of household members. n The inspector held a number of conversations with the childminder about the safeguarding and welfare requirements.

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5 August 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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5 August 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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