Childminder EY468964

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 4 July 2017 29 April 2014

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder knows how to use assessments and observations to monitor children's progress and plan activities that are based on children's interests and needs.  The childminder knows how to work successfully in partnership with parents and other settings that children attend.  The childminder knows her role and responsibilities related to safeguarding and understands the procedures to follow to report any concerns about children's welfare. She knows how to keep her home free from potential hazards.  The childminder understands how to manage children's behaviour positively and help them to develop the social skills required for the move to school or nursery. She knows the importance of celebrating diversity and teaching children to respect others.  The childminder knows the importance of providing children with exercise, fresh air and nutritious meals.  The childminder knows how to evaluate her setting and keep her knowledge up to

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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 held discussions with the childminder to assess her knowledge and understanding of the early years foundation stage.  The inspector looked at all areas of the childminder's home that will be used by children, including the garden.  The inspector discussed the childminder's policies and looked at documentation she intends to use when caring for children.  The inspector spoke to the childminder about how she intends to provide children with a range of activities which meet their learning and development needs.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY468964 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 1087569 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 5 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 29 April 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2013. She operates her service in Knebworth, Hertfordshire. The childminder offers before- and after-school care. Sessions are from 7am until 9am and from 3pm until 6pm.

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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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