Childminder EY434203

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 27 June 2016 28 August 2014

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The provision does not meet requirements

 The childminder demonstrates a limited capacity to improve. Some of the weaknesses identified at the previous inspection have not been addressed.  The childminder has a poor knowledge of child protection procedures. While she is aware of some signs and symptoms of abuse and neglect, she does not know the correct procedures to follow should she have concerns about a child's welfare. The policy and procedures are not in line with the Local Safeguarding Children Board guidance or current government legislation.  The childminder has a limited understanding of the learning and development requirements. She has not minded children since her registration and she does not have a clear understanding of the prime and specific areas of learning. This has a negative impact on her ability to promote children's learning and development.  Hazards seen around the premises during the inspection have not been identified by

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The provision does not meet requirements

the childminder as potential risks to children's safety. She does not carry out rigorous risk assessments to ensure that all areas to be used by children are suitable for their purpose. This issue was raised at a previous inspection.  The childminder understands how to manage children's behaviour in order to help them to treat each other with respect.  The childminder understands the need to establish effective partnerships with parents, so that information about children is shared.  The childminder understands the need to build partnerships with other providers and professionals to meet children's individual needs.

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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

We will issue a Welfare Requirements Notice requiring the provider to:

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Due Date

 gain an up-to-date knowledge and understanding of safeguarding issues and the action to be taken in a timely and appropriate way if there are concerns about a child's welfare 20/07/2016

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Due Date

 ensure that the safeguarding policy and procedures are in line with the guidance and procedures of the Local Safeguarding Children Board 20/07/2016

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Due Date

 take all reasonable steps to ensure that children are not exposed to risks, undertaking robust and rigorous assessments to identify, minimise and remove hazards to children on the premises 20/07/2016

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Due Date

 ensure the premises are fit for purpose and suitable for children. 20/07/2016

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Due Date

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

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Due Date

 gain a secure knowledge and understanding of the prime and specific areas of learning, in order to ensure that this information is used to promote children's learning and development. 31/08/2016

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Inspection activities

 The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programme 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 checked evidence of the suitability of the childminder and other household members.  The inspector and the childminder observed the areas of the house and garden where childcare is to be provided. She also observed and discussed the resources that are to be used for childminding.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY434203 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 995221 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory 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 28 August 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2012 and lives in Borehamwood, Hertfordshire. The childminder 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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