Childminder 506772

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 22 March 2016 5 December 2011

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder understands the safeguarding and welfare requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. He has refreshed his knowledge of up-to-date practice through training and is very clear on the latest government guidance on safeguarding.  The childminder has suitable settling-in procedures to help children to feel comfortable and secure. He explains how he will work with parents to get to know about children's routines and what they know and can do before they begin with him.  The childminder knows how to provide suitable experiences for children to support them in learning through play. He describes many interesting and exciting activities, such as how they can build their own village of tepees in the garden using sticks and canes. He explains how this can promote children's thinking and problem-solving skills, as well as offering them a space for imaginative play.  The childminder shows an awareness of how he can support children to develop their

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The provision meets requirements

confidence and independence. He will use strategies that encourage children to take responsibility for small tasks and to work cooperatively as part of a group. He will make sure they have the skills they need to help them prepare for attending school.  Through discussion and using the previous documentation examples, the childminder demonstrates how he intends to use the observations and assessments to plan for children's further learning and progress.  The childminder provides evidence, through discussion and previously used documents, of how he will work closely with parents and other providers to ensure children's needs are met. He has detailed information to share with parents and explains how he gathers information about children's ongoing learning needs.

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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 he intends to deliver the educational programmes for children and undertake observation, assessment and planning.  The inspector looked at policies and documents the childminder will use when caring for children.  The inspector observed areas to be used for the care of children along with furniture, equipment and toys that are to be used for childminding.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 506772 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 855555 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 5 December 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1997 and lives in Redbourn. He operates all year round from 7.30am 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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