Childminder in Hertfordshire

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY233786 Inspection date 09/01/2012 Inspector Lindsay Hare

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Type of setting Childminder 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 Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, work-based learning and skills training, 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. If you would like a copy of this document in a different format, such as large print or Braille, please telephone 0300 123 1231, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk. You may copy all or parts of this document for non-commercial educational purposes, as long as you give details of the source and date of publication and do not alter the information in any way.

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T: 0300 123 1231 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.ofsted.gov.uk This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Introduction

This inspection was carried out by Ofsted under Sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 on the quality and standards of the registered early years provision. ‘Early years provision’ refers to provision regulated by Ofsted for children from birth to 31 August following their fifth birthday (the early years age group). The registered person must ensure that this provision complies with the statutory framework for children’s learning, development and welfare, known as the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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Introduction

The provider must provide a copy of this report to all parents with children at the setting where reasonably practicable. The provider must provide a copy of the report to any other person who asks for one, but may charge a fee for this service (The Childcare (Inspection) Regulations 2008 regulations 9 and 10).

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Introduction

The setting also makes provision for children older than the early years age group which is registered on the voluntary and/or compulsory part(s) of the Childcare Register. This report does not include an evaluation of that provision, but a comment about compliance with the requirements of the Childcare Register is included in Annex B.

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Introduction

There were no children on roll 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 children on roll, 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 if the provider continues to meet the requirements of registration.

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Introduction

Please see our website for more information about each childcare provider. We publish inspection reports, conditions of registration and details of complaints we receive where we or the provider take action to meet the requirements of registration. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Description of the childminding

The childminder was registered in 2002. She lives with her partner and four children aged 15, 11, six and three years old in Welwyn Garden City. The whole of the ground floor of the childminder's house is used for childminding and one bedroom upstairs. There is a fully enclosed garden for outside play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of four children, of which, no more than two may be in the early years age range. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. The family has no pets.

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Description of the childminding

At the time of inspection there were no children on roll in the early years age group.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder understands about planning for children's learning. Also the procedure for observation and assessment identifies the next steps in children's learning. The childminder plans a range of activities, both indoors and outside, which means that children enjoy a suitable range of experiences. The childminder demonstrated through discussion and documentation, her suitable understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage to support children in making progress towards the early learning goals. She has documentation in place to record information from parents about their child's individual needs from parents.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder demonstrated through discussion her sound knowledge of what to do if she has any safeguarding concerns regarding a child in her care. The policy for safeguarding is clear and ensures that procedures can be appropriately followed. However, Ofsted have not always been notified of significant changes to the childminding provision. The childminder understands how to promote children's safety and takes precautions to prevent accidents. However, her first aid certificate has lapsed. The premises are safe and secure and the childminder carries out risk assessments, along with a daily check to maintain the safety of the premises.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder demonstrated a sound understanding of the importance of developing partnership with parents, carers and others to meet children's individual needs. Processes for managing children's behaviour are in place and the childminder has an appropriate knowledge and awareness of the importance of treating each child with equal respect and concern. The childminder has a range of policies and procedures in place to share with parents.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder has addressed recommendations raised at the last inspection appropriately. The childminder is aware of some of the strengths and areas for improvement of her provision and is keen to attend further training to improve her practice, demonstrating a capacity to improve. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Compliance with registration requirements

In order to continue to meet the requirements of registration, the registered person must take the following action by the specified date:

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Compliance with registration requirements

 ensure that Ofsted is notified of any change of the persons aged 16 years or older living on the childminding premises (Suitable People) 23/01/2012

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Compliance with registration requirements

 obtain a current paediatric first aid certificate (Suitable people). 23/01/2012 This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the compulsory part of the Childcare Register are: Met

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are: Met

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