Childminder EY536583

Inspection date 2 October 2018 Previous inspection date Not applicable

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands her responsibilities to safeguard children. She knows how to respond to any signs that a child might be at risk of harm, and the procedures to follow to protect them. n The childminder understands the importance of providing children with a choice of healthy meals and snacks, and regular opportunities for physical exercise and fresh air. n The childminder recognises the importance of working in partnership with parents and other professionals involved in children's learning and development. n The childminder knows how to observe, assess and plan for the next steps in children's learning. She demonstrates a good understanding of how to help them develop the key skills needed for the next stage in their learning, such as starting nursery or school. n The childminder acknowledges the importance of encouraging children to learn about people in the wider world. She discusses how she would help them to respect each

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other's backgrounds and to value their differences and similarities.

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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. Inspection activities n The inspector viewed the areas of the premises available for use by children and discussed the equipment and toys the childminder plans to use with them. n The inspector discussed policies and procedures with the childminder and viewed documentation that she intends to use when caring for children. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to meet the

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requirements for the early years foundation stage. n The inspector checked a range of required documentation, including the suitability checks of adults living on the premises and the childminder's training certificates and policies. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to use self-evaluation.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY536583 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 10067438 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 0 - 0 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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The childminder registered in 2016 and lives in Watford. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays.

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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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