Childminder EY383175

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 13 June 2016 23 March 2009

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The provision does not meet requirements

 The childminder has failed to maintain current public liability insurance as required.  The childminder knows about child protection procedures because she has completed safeguarding training. She understands her responsibilities to safeguard children, such as reporting any child protection concerns to appropriate agencies, supervising children and making sure that her home is safe.  The childminder has a secure knowledge and understanding of the learning and development requirements. She demonstrates how she intends to plan stimulating learning opportunities to meet children's personal needs.  The childminder described the importance of working in partnership with parents, carers and other professionals to support continuity of care and learning. She also seeks their views and opinions as part of self-evaluation.  The childminder shows a good knowledge and understanding of how to effectively meet the welfare needs of children. For example, she knows how to support and

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The provision does not meet requirements

develop their confidence and self-worth in preparation for their move on to nursery or school.  The childminder understands how to promote children's well-being. She demonstrates how she is able to provide children with a healthy, balanced diet including fresh fruit and vegetables. In addition, she intends to plan outdoor play opportunities so that children are able to have regular access to fresh air and exercise.  The childminder has a wide range of resources and equipment that are suitable for children of all ages.

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The provision does not meet 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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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To meet the requirements of the early years foundation stage and the Childcare Register the provider must:

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Due Date

 obtain public liability insurance. 27/06/2016

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Inspection activities

 The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for children.  The inspector looked at a range of policies and documents that the childminder will use when caring for children.  The inspector discussed resources the childminder intends to provide for minded children. She also viewed areas of the home that will be used for childminding.  The inspector checked evidence of the childminder's qualifications and the suitability of all adults in the home.  The inspector talked to the childminder about her self-evaluation.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY383175 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 1052988 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 registered person

Date of previous inspection 23 March 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2008 and lives in Welwyn Garden City. She operates all year round from 7am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a qualification at level 3.

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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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