Childminder 129724

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 30 September 2016 8 December 2014

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This inspection: Met

Previous inspection: Requires Improvement

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The provision meets requirements

 The provider has made improvements since her last inspection. She understands the importance of recording first-aid treatment she administers. The childminder explains how she intends to maximise opportunities to extend children's learning.  The childminder has a clear understanding about safeguarding which she maintains through attending regular training. She is aware of the signs and symptoms that may cause her a concern. She understands the importance of monitoring children's attendance and is aware of changes in legislation.  The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of the learning and development requirements. She understands the importance of gathering information from parents about what children can do, in order to identify their initial starting points.  The childminder discussed her arrangements for supporting children to settle into her care. She explained that she intends to invite parents to attend with their children for

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The provision meets requirements

the first few sessions.  The childminder demonstrates using examples, how she intends to observe and assess children's learning and progress. She intends to use these records of achievement to identify weaknesses and plan for children's next steps in learning.  The childminder explains about how she intends to share information and work in partnership with parents and other settings that children attend, in order to promote and support children's learning and development.  The childminder understands the importance of evaluating her practice. She explains the benefits of taking the views of parents and children into account when setting targets for improvement. The childminder understands how opportunities for professional development can help her to extend her knowledge and skills.

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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 will deliver the learning and development requirements and how observations, assessments and planning will be used to identify and incorporate children's next steps in future learning.  The inspector looked at a selection of documents used by the childminder to monitor the safety of the children. This included robust safeguarding procedures, risk assessments and a range of other policies and procedures.  The inspector confirmed there was evidence of the suitability of the childminder and household members by looking at the Disclosure and Barring Service checks.  The inspector and the childminder looked at the areas of the house and garden where childcare will be provided, along with the toys, resources and equipment that she intends to use.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 129724 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 1044741 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 8 December 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1996 and lives in Berkhamstead. She operates all year round from 7am 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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