Childminder EY406604

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 10 March 2016 6 October 2010

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder has a secure knowledge and understanding of the learning and development requirements. She has considered how she would use observation and assessment to plan for children's individual needs and the next steps in their learning.  The childminder understands how to use effective teaching strategies to support children's learning. She knows how to use children's interests to engage children in a range of interesting and challenging activities to promote their learning.  The childminder has a clear understanding of her role and responsibility to safeguard children. She regularly attends training to ensure that her knowledge is up to date. This helps to ensure that her professional development is continuous and contributes towards the protection of children's welfare.  The childminder recognises the importance of working in partnership with parents, other providers and professionals to meet children's individual needs.

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder knows how to promote children's well-being. She grows fruit and vegetables in her allotment and uses these when providing nutritious meals and snacks. The childminder knows the importance of providing daily opportunities for children to enjoy fresh air and exercise.  The childminder understands how to offer a variety of learning experiences. This includes art and craft activities and purposeful outings, such as visits to parks and picnics.  The childminder has a clear understanding about how to promote positive behaviour. She demonstrates her understanding of how she will help children to play happily together. She knows the importance of working closely with parents to resolve any behaviour issues to support children's personal, social and emotional development.  The childminder understands the need to monitor the service that she provides when caring for children and continually strives for improvement to promote children's care

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The provision meets requirements

and learning. 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.  The inspector viewed the areas of the home that are used when the childminder is caring for children.  The inspector looked at a sample of policies, including the safeguarding procedures, and discussed how these will be used in her practice.  The inspector looked at evidence of suitability checks for household members.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY406604 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 850757 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 6 October 2010

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2010 and lives in Watford. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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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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