Childminder EY459586

Inspection date 23 November 2018 Previous inspection date 15 May 2014

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This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder has failed to maintain appropriate insurance, as required. n The childminder has a sound knowledge of child protection issues and understands the signs and symptoms that may indicate that children are at risk of harm. She knows the correct procedures to follow in order to protect children's welfare. n The childminder completes risk assessments and recognises what may constitute a risk or hazard to children both indoors and outdoors. For example, she intends to supervise young children at all times in the garden due to there being a step down to ground level. n The childminder explains how she intends to use a range of teaching skills and take account of children's interests to help support their good progress. She understands how to create stimulating learning opportunities to provide children with challenge. n The childminder understands how to promote children's well-being, encourage positive

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behaviour and teach children to respect and value each other. n The childminder explains how she plans to support children's health, such as through providing nutritious food and adhering to any dietary requirements. n The childminder recognises the importance of working in partnership with parents and other early years providers to support continuity in children's individual care and prepare them for future learning. n The childminder has considered ways to help her reflect on and improve her practice. For example, she intends to have regular discussions with parents to gather feedback on the service that she provides and plans to complete further training.

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This provision does not meet 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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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To meet the requirements of the early years foundation stage and Childcare Register the provider must: Due date ensure that appropriate insurance is in place to cover all premises from which childcare is provided. 23/12/2018

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for children and undertake observation, assessment and planning. n The inspector discussed the policies and procedures with the childminder and viewed documentation that she plans to use when caring for children. n The inspector viewed the areas of the premises available for children to use and discussed the equipment and toys in place. n The inspector discussed the safeguarding and welfare requirements with the childminder and took into consideration the suitability checks.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY459586 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 10083099 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 6 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 15 May 2014

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The childminder registered in 2013 and lives in Watford. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for 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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