Childminder in Hertfordshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 26 September 2016 12 September 2013

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The provision does not meet requirements

 The childminder has little understanding of the assessment requirements of the early years foundation stage used to monitor children's progress. She is unaware of the requirement to complete a progress check for children aged between two and three years.  The childminder has not reviewed her policies and procedures to ensure that they are in line with the guidance and procedures of the Local Safeguarding Children Board. She has not implemented or made available to parents copies of the written statements of safeguarding procedures and complaints procedures.  The childminder offers a welcoming environment and describes how she plans to provide a suitable range of learning opportunities for children indoors and outdoors.  Since the last inspection the childminder has reflected on some aspects of her practice. For example, she has gained support from other childminders to use her observations of children's learning more effectively, to help them to develop new skills.

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The provision does not meet requirements

 The childminder is aware of her responsibility to protect children from harm or abuse. She has attended training to further develop her knowledge of child protection issues and understand when to take action. She plans to complete risk assessments on the premises each day to ensure that the home is kept safe and plans to closely monitor children as they access technology.  The childminder understands how to promote children's well-being, encourage positive behaviour and teach children to respect and value each other. She describes suitable activities she can provide for children to promote their healthy lifestyles, such as regular access to fresh air and exercise through walks with the dog and visits to the local park.  The childminder recognises the importance of working in partnership with parents and other early years providers in order to support continuity in the children's individual care and prepare them for future learning.

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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

 improve knowledge and understanding of the assessment requirements of the early years foundation stage, including the requirement to complete a progress check for children between the ages of two and three years, in order to provide parents with a short, written summary of their child's development in the prime areas of learning 26/10/2016

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Due Date

 ensure policy and procedures to safeguard children are in line with the guidance and procedures of the relevant Local Safeguarding Children Board 26/10/2016

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Due Date

 keep and implement a written statement of procedures to be followed for the protection of children, intended to safeguard children being cared for from abuse or neglect 26/10/2016

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Due Date

 keep a written statement of procedures to be followed in relation to complaints which relate to the requirements of the Childcare Register and which a parent makes in writing or by email 26/10/2016

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Due Date

 make available to parents copies of the written statements of safeguarding procedures and complaints procedures. 26/10/2016

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Inspection activities

 The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for children and undertake observation, assessment and planning.  The inspector discussed the childminder's policies and procedures. She viewed the childminder's safeguarding training certificate and a valid paediatric first-aid certificate.  The inspector observed areas available for childminding, and discussed the range of equipment and toys available.  The inspector discussed the childminder's self-evaluation and improvements she has made since the last inspection.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability for all those living on the premises.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 129129 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 1043273 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 6 - 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 12 September 2013

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1995 and lives in Brookmans Park. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6.30pm, 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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