Childminder EY304252

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder explains her intention to provide a home-from-home environment to enable children to feel relaxed and safe. She recognises the importance of providing activities that are based on children's interests. The childminder has a wide range of resources aimed at promoting children's learning across all areas of learning. For example, she recognises that activities, such as board games, card games and construction encourage children to play together, promoting their social skills. The childminder also has a lot of resources to encourage children to express themselves creatively. n The arrangements in place for promoting physical activity and healthy eating were clearly demonstrated by the childminder. The children have access to her garden, recreational grounds and a local park. She also intends to provide fresh fruit and a balanced meal for the children, taking into account dietary needs and

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preferences. The childminder can also describe the importance of good hygiene routine. For example, talking to the children about when and why we need to wash our hands. n The childminder describes how she supports the development of communication and language skills. For example, she intends to engage in meaningful conversations with the children during play. The childminder could also show how positive behaviour is promoted. She intends to set clear expectations and boundaries and plans to apply the use of different praise and rewards systems. Through discussion,the childminder can demonstrate that she has good links with the local schools. For example, she recognises the need to seek additional support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). She explains her intent to use strategies, such as sensory bags, picture cards ,quiet time and adjusting the routine when necessary.

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n The safeguarding practices reviewed demonstrates that the childminder can show how to keep children safe on and off the premises. Safeguarding training and food hygiene is up to date. They have knowledge of where to go for further advice and support. The childminder also knows what needs to be recorded and obtained for children in her care to minimise risk. She recognises the importance of gathering relevant information from the parents at registration. For example, finding out about allergies, dietary needs and what children like to do at home. She also explains being committed to seeking feedback from parents about their child's experiences and the service provided

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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 EY304252 Local authority Bromley Inspection number 10398374 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 4 Number of children on roll 7 Date of previous inspection 17 October 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2005 and lives in the London Borough of Bromley. She operates between the hours of 7am to 9am and 3.15pm to 6pm, during term time, and all day during the holidays. The childminder holds a relevant childcare qualification.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector viewed a range of relevant documentations. n The inspector was shown around the premises by the childminder and safety requirements discussed. n The written views of the parents were obtained. n The inspector discussed the quality of education provided for both indoors and outdoors. n Although there were no children in the early age range present at the time of this inspection, there were children present who were over the age of five years.

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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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