Childminder 149281

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 28 February 2018 7 July 2016

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder demonstrates a secure understanding on how to provide a safe environment for children.  The childminder has an appropriate understanding of her role in safeguarding children. She knows the procedures to follow should she have any concerns about the well-being of any children in her care.  The childminder understands how to promote positive behaviour in children so that they learn to respect each other. She understands the need to work with parents to overcome any issues so that children get consistent messages about their behaviour.  The childminder demonstrates her understanding of how she will involve children in activities and experiences that interest them. She explains how she will observe children to help her understand their learning needs.  The childminder maintains the required documentation to ensure the safe day-to-day running of her service. She has an up-to-date first-aid qualification and holds public

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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 how the childminder intends to meet the requirements of the statutory framework.  The inspector and the childminder discussed how the childminder would provide suitable activities and experiences to help children to make progress in their learning.  The inspector looked at the documentation the childminder would use if she were caring for children in the early years age range.  The inspector and the childminder discussed safeguarding and how the childminder would report concerns.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 149281 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 1120634 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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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 1994 and lives in Stevenage. She operates from 8.30am until 9am and from 3pm until 5.30pm, Monday to Friday during term time.

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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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