Childminder 129463

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 12 January 2017 13 February 2015

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This inspection: Not met

Previous inspection: Requires Improvement

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The provision does not meet requirements

 The childminder has a limited knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection. She is not aware of who to contact if she has concerns about the safety and welfare of children in her care.  The childminder does not know what she should do in the event of an allegation against any person living or working on the premises.The safeguarding policy does not include an explanation of what action should be taken.  The childminder has failed to inform Ofsted of a change to the hours during which childcare is provided.  The childminder does not keep her knowledge of current legislation and childcare practice up to date.  The childminder has addressed the action and recommendations raised at her last inspection. She understands the importance of providing interesting and challenging activities to extend children's thinking and learning. She can explain clearly how she intends to model mathematical language and provide opportunities for children to

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The provision does not meet requirements

practice their early writing skills.  The childminder has a good understanding of how children learn and develop. She understands the importance of establishing children's starting points and using observation and assessment to plan their next steps in learning. The childminder knows how to complete progress checks for children aged between two and three years.  The childminder knows how to build good partnerships with parents and other settings that children attend. She understands the importance of sharing information with them to support continuity of care and 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 the provider must:

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Due Date

 gain a secure knowledge of the up-to-date procedures for reporting concerns about the safety and welfare of children to the relevant agencies 26/01/2017

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 gain a secure understanding of the correct procedures to follow and who to contact if an allegation is made against any person living or working on the premises 26/01/2017

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 ensure an explanation of the action to take in event of an allegation is included as part of the safeguarding policy 26/01/2017

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Due Date

 ensure Ofsted is notified of any change to the hours during which childcare is provided 26/01/2017

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Due Date

 undertake appropriate professional development to achieve and maintain a good level of knowledge. 26/01/2017

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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 policies and procedures with the childminder and viewed documentation that she will use when caring for children.  The inspector had a tour of the premises that will be used by children and discussed the equipment and toys available.  The inspector discussed the safeguarding and welfare requirements with the childminder and looked at evidence of the suitability checks completed for adults in the household.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 129463 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 1050615 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 5 - 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 13 February 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1995 and lives in Hemel Hempstead. She operates all year round from 8am 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

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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