Childminder in Hertfordshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 2 June 2016 24 June 2011

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder has a clear understanding of her role in protecting the safety and welfare of children. She is aware of what to do in the event she has a concern.  The childminder understands Early Years' learning and development requirements. She knows how to observe children to assess their abilities. She knows how to plan suitable activities to meet children's individual learning needs and help them to make progress.  Healthy lifestyles and choices for children are provided through healthy nutritious food and daily active outdoor play. The childminder has a clear understanding of their importance.  Regular risk assessments are carried out by the childminder to ensure the indoor and outdoor environments are safe to explore. She knows how to encourage children to become independent, learn well and to prepare them effectively for school.  The childminder recognises the importance of evaluating her practice to identify areas

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The provision meets requirements

for development and improve children's well-being.  The childminder understands the need to teach children about differences between people in the wider community and to develop the need to respect others.

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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 had a tour of the premises and checked all areas available for children's use.  The inspector looked at a range of documentation, including observation and planning paperwork, policies and procedures and suitability checks.  The inspector looked at the toys, resources and equipment available for children's use.  The inspector asked the childminder questions to assess her understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage requirements.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 135791 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 841135 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 24 June 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 1994. She lives in Broxbourne, in Hertfordshire. The childminder operates from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, throughout the year. At the time of the inspection there were no children on roll.

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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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