Childminder 146985

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 11 May 2018 11 August 2014

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder attends safeguarding training. She is aware of the possible signs and symptoms of abuse and knows the steps to follow should concerns about a child arise.  The childminder has procedures for the daily risk assessment of the premises and outings. She understands the importance of ensuring that children are safe at all times.  The childminder knows the importance of sharing information with parents and other settings that children attend in order to provide continuous care and learning.  The childminder understands the importance of monitoring children's progress and has procedures to observe, assess and track their skills. She knows how to plan activities based on children's interests and learning needs to promote their development.  The childminder knows how to promote children's health with nutritious meals, daily opportunities for outdoor play, fresh air and exercise.  The childminder understands the benefits of professional development and invests in

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The provision meets requirements

ongoing training to develop her knowledge and teaching skills. She knows the importance of engaging parents and children in sharing their views about her service.

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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 had a tour of the premises and looked at the areas, equipment and resources used by minded children.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder in relation to her understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements.  The inspector spoke to the childminder about how she observes, assesses and monitors children's progress.  The inspector sampled a range of relevant documentation, including suitability checks, risk assessments, qualifications and training certificates and the childminder's self- evaluation plan.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 146985 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 1121215 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 11 August 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 1996 and lives in Garston, Watford. She operates all year round, from 6am to 6pm on Monday to Sunday. The childminder also offers overnight care. She can provide funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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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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