Childminder EY336601

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 8 March 2016 30 April 2012

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The provision meets requirements

 The very well-qualified childminder has a secure knowledge and understanding of the learning and development requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She understands how to provide good learning opportunities, both indoors and outdoors to meet children's individual needs.  The childminder has systems in place to promote children's safety and welfare. For example, she ensures that daily risk assessments are carried out on the premises and that the home and garden are kept secure to promote children's safety.  The childminder has a thorough knowledge of child protection and the procedures to follow should she have any concerns about a child's welfare.  The childminder understands how to promote children's well-being, encourage positive behaviour and teach children to respect and value each other. She understands how to provide children with a healthy, balanced diet, regular access to fresh air, and exercise

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The provision meets requirements

through outings and visits to the local park.  The childminder recognises the importance of working in partnership with parents and other early years providers to support continuity in the children's individual care and to prepare them for future learning.  The childminder uses self-evaluation to reflect upon her practice and to support continuous improvement. She completes regular training and values the experience she gained as part of her recent role working in a nursery.

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The provision meets requirements

There were no children 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 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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Inspection activities

 The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for children, as well as undertaking observation, assessment and planning.  The inspector discussed the childminder's policies and procedures, and looked at the documents she will use when caring for children.  The inspector observed the areas available for childminding, and viewed the range of equipment and toys that she intends to provide.  The inspector discussed the childminder's self-evaluation and her future plans.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability and qualifications of the childminder and other documentation in relation to the safeguarding and welfare requirements.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY336601 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 996632 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 0 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 30 April 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2006 and lives in Hatfield. She operates all year round from 8am to 8pm, Monday to Friday, including occasional bank holidays. The childminder holds a qualification at level 7.

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Telephone number

This inspection was carried out by Ofsted 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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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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