Childminder EY483292

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 9 September 2016 Not applicable

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder demonstrates a good knowledge of child protection procedures. She understands the correct procedures should concerns arise, including any allegations against herself or a household member.  The childminder understands the need to evaluate her practice and describes areas to improve. She plans to seek the views of children and parents through questionnaires and discussion. She keeps her knowledge up to date through training and online research.  The childminder demonstrates a secure knowledge and understanding of the educational programmes to support children's learning. She demonstrates how she would tailor activities around each child's abilities and interests to help them make progress.  The childminder understands how to help children learn about the differences in families and communities. She plans to encourage children to talk about their experiences at home, such as festivals and occasions that are important to them.

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder has a secure understanding of the importance of working in partnership with parents and other providers to promote good outcomes for children. She understands the importance of sharing information about children's progress with parents and teachers. She knows how to complement children's learning at nursery and school by planning fun activities on topics they are covering.  The childminder explains how she intends to help children to develop a healthy lifestyle. She understands the importance of providing nutritious food and regular physical exercise. She plans to support children's understanding of keeping themselves safe, such as when crossing roads and using technology.  The childminder understands how to work in partnership with parents to develop strategies to positively manage children's behaviour and to help them develop good self-esteem.

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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 she intends to meet the learning and development requirements, including delivery of educational programmes for children, observations, assessment and planning.  The inspector looked at a range of policies and evidence of suitability for all household members.  The inspector observed areas of the home to be used for the care of children, along with equipment and toys that the childminder intends to use.  The inspector and childminder discussed safeguarding procedures and arrangements for when the childminder is caring for children, including risk assessments.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY483292 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 995899 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 6 - 9 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2014 and lives in Letchworth. She operates all year round from 8am until 9am and from 3pm until 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

procedures set out in the guidance ‘Complaints procedure: raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted’, which is available from Ofsted’s website: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted. If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk. achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, work-based learning and skills training, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children’s services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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