Childminder EY443490

Overall effectiveness Good

The quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Good

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The provision is good

The childminder and any assistants they work with create a nurturing and homely environment, where children feel happy and settled. Children build positive relationships with the childminder and feel extremely comfortable to seek comfort and reassurance when needed. Children respond to the childminder's calm, positive and caring approach. They are eager to join in with activities. For example, children listen intently to stories and join in with words, familiar phrases and actions. This helps children to build their vocabulary. The childminder supports children in their growing independence. For example, children make choices in their play, help to set the table at mealtimes and learn to put on their coat and shoes. Children show great confidence in their self-care skills.

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The provision is good

The childminder and any assistants they work with are positive role models and support children to learn and understand rules and expectations. They teach children to sit down when eating and explain the importance of safety, such as walking inside and road safety when on outings. Children are keen to help and take on responsibilities. They learn to respect the environment and tidy away toys when finished. Furthermore, children are helpful and show kindness to others. The childminder gives children plenty of praise and encouragement, which helps promote their self-esteem and emotional well-being.

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need to do better?

n The childminder knows all children very well. She regularly observes and monitors children's development. Gaps are quickly identified and support put in place. As a result, children are well prepared for the next stage in their learning. n The childminder holds meaningful conversations with children where they learn to share their ideas and talk about personal experiences. For example, children are encouraged to discuss a recent train trip and share photos of their experiences from the weekend. This helps children to deepen their listening and understanding. n The childminder promotes children's early mathematical skills through everyday activities. She helps children understand concepts like size and quantity by using words such as 'full' and 'empty' while they pour water between containers. Children also explore size differences when painting with brushes, using water, and making handprints. The childminder describes plants as 'taller' or 'shorter' as

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children water the runner beans they have planted and watch them grow. These activities help children learn new mathematical concepts. n The childminder is experienced, enthusiastic and wants the best outcomes for all children. She has designed a curriculum that supports children to become independent and confident learners. She provides exciting opportunities focusing on what she wants children to learn next. However, on some occasions, the

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24 June 2025 childminder does not successfully build on the learning taking place during activities to help children benefit from further challenge. n Children learn the importance of healthy lifestyles. They learn to name vegetables, begin to recognise foods that are good for their teeth, and are encouraged to drink water to stay hydrated and healthy in hot weather. The childminder provides children with regular opportunities for fresh air and exercise. She makes home-cooked meals and snacks, which children enjoy. Furthermore, the childminder promotes good hygiene routines. Children successfully understand that they should wash their hands before eating and after using the toilet. These consistent routines help children to take responsibility for their own health. n The childminder helps children to learn about different traditions that people celebrate throughout the year. She provides books and resources that represent

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different cultures and beliefs. Children enjoy crafts and different foods as they share celebrations such as Eid. They enjoy a variety of outings, including trips to the library to choose books, walks in the local woods, and visits to parks, farms and museums. These opportunities encourage children to learn more about the world they live in. n The childminder creates strong partnerships with parents and other professionals, ensuring continuity in children's learning. She provides daily feedback to parents and shares photos of children to celebrate their achievements. Furthermore, she shares information with other settings that children attend. This helps to ensure that together they meet children's individual needs. Parents express high praise for the childminder and comment that she is 'exceptional' and provides regular and informative updates on their children's progress. n The childminder demonstrates a genuine enthusiasm for her work and sets high

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standards for her setting. She completes an array of courses to broaden her knowledge and skills. For example, the childminder has recently completed training focused on developing healthy eating. This has resulted in her adapting mealtimes, recreating menus and providing additional balanced meals and snacks for children. Furthermore, she networks effectively with other childminders to share good practice. The childminder supports any assistants she works with through regular supervision and encourages them to pursue further training to help keep their knowledge and skills up to date.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

There is an open and positive culture around safeguarding that puts children's interests first.

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should:

24 June 2025 n strengthen teaching to provide children with consistently high levels of challenge that helps them to build on what they already know and can do.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY443490 Local authority Kent Inspection number 10394783 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 10 Date of previous inspection 25 September 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2012. She lives in Tonbridge, Kent. The childminder provides care for children from Monday to Thursday from 7.30am to 6.30pm. She has an appropriate qualification in childminding and works with an assistant on two days each week. The childminder offers government funding for early years children.

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Inspection activities

n The childminder led the inspector on a learning walk and told the inspector about what they want children to learn. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how she ensures it is safe and suitable. n A joint observation was carried out by the childminder and the inspector. n The inspector observed the quality of education being provided and assessed the impact on children's learning. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation on request. n The inspector took account of parents' written views.

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Inspection activities

24 June 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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24 June 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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