Childminder EY372566

Inspection date 31 October 2018 Previous inspection date 4 December 2013

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a very good understanding of how to support children's learning. She explains how she plans to use observation and assessment to track children's progress and plan next steps in their learning. n The childminder demonstrates a clear understanding of safeguarding and wider child protection issues. She is fully aware of what to do if she has she has concerns about a child in her care. n The childminder understands the importance of providing children with a choice of healthy meals and snacks. She will encourage them to rest when needed, and have regular opportunities for outdoor play, exercise and fresh air. n The childminder recognises the importance of working in partnership with parents and other professionals to promote a consistent approach to meeting children's individual needs. n The childminder has a good understanding of her role and responsibilities. She attends training to help her update her skills and to continuously improve her practice.

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This 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. 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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This provision meets requirements

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 EY372566 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 10068760 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory 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 4 December 2013

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2008 and lives in Hemel Hempstead. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder has an appropriate childcare qualification at level 3.

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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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