Childminder EY421341

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 26 August 2016 13 November 2014

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This inspection: Met

Previous inspection: Requires Improvement

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder has successfully addressed the actions and recommendations from her previous inspection. She demonstrates a secure understanding of how to regularly assess children's achievements to precisely plan age-appropriate and challenging activities. The childminder has completely reviewed the organisation and quality of resources, to cover all areas of learning.  The childminder explains how she plans to use specific teaching skills to promote children's speech and language development. She demonstrates an understanding of the importance of providing a wide range of opportunities to promote children's independence.  The childminder plans to promote healthy living for children by providing them with home-cooked, nutritious meals and keeping them active, through regular visits to the park. She recognises the importance of promoting children's understanding of a good hygiene routine to reduce the risk of cross-infection.

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder demonstrates a secure understanding of child protection procedures and knows the steps to take to protect children in her care. She is strongly committed to continuing the development of her knowledge and skills. She attends regular training and is aware of new legislation and current practice. The childminder holds a valid paediatric first-aid qualification.  The childminder is fully aware of the importance of creating strong bonds with children. She plans to make sure their favourite toys and activities are available during flexible settling-in sessions. The childminder understands how to create a stimulating learning environment to help children remain focused and concentrate during planned activities.  The childminder understands the importance of working in partnership with parents and other provisions that children may attend. She describes appropriate procedures to support a two-way flow of communication. She plans to make parents aware of her

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The provision meets requirements

comprehensive range of policies and procedures.

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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 talked with the childminder to check her knowledge and understanding of how children learn and develop.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the early years foundation stage requirements.  The inspector viewed the areas of the premises that will be used for childminding.  The inspector spoke with the childminder about her knowledge of safeguarding and reviewed evidence of the suitability of the childminder and adults aged over 16 years who live at the premises.  The inspector looked at policies and documents the childminder will use when caring for children.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY421341 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 1044478 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 13 November 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2011 and lives in St Albans. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6.30pm, Monday to Friday, except 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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