Childminder, Out-of school day care in Hertfordshire

Inspection date 15 February 2019 Previous inspection date 9 September 2015

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder keeps her knowledge of safeguarding and child protection up to date. She knows what to do and who to contact if she has any concerns about children's safety or welfare. n The childminder is committed to continually improving her knowledge and skills. She attends local training events and engages in online learning to enhance her knowledge and skills. n The childminder has a good understanding of how to support children to gain the skills to learn and develop effectively. For example, she knows how to use observation and assessment to identify the next stages in children's learning. n The childminder knows how to help children to develop healthy lifestyles. She encourages children to eat a wide range of healthy meals and snacks. The childminder provides many opportunities for children to be active outdoors in her garden or at local parks. n The childminder understands the benefits to children when she shares information with

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parents and other early years settings that they attend, to enhance continuity in children's learning.

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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 discussed the childminder's knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures with her. n The inspector talked with the childminder about her previous experience of implementing the learning and development requirements. n The inspector viewed the premises with the childminder and discussed how she assesses and minimises risks in her home and when taking children on trips in the

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community. n The inspector sampled the childminder's documentation, including policies, suitability checks and training certificates.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY425652 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 10063629 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 5 - 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 23 Date of previous inspection 9 September 2015

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The childminder registered in 2011 and lives in Berkhamsted. She operates from 7.30am to 9am and from 3pm to 6pm, Monday to Friday, during school term times. The childminder also offers flexible care during some school 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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