Childminder in Hertfordshire

Inspection date 24 April 2019 Previous inspection date 30 June 2016

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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 Safeguarding is effective. The childminder understands her responsibilities and knows what to do if she has concerns about a child's well-being or welfare. n The childminder understands how to undertake appropriate risk assessments to help minimise hazards in her home. She maintains her first-aid qualification and public liability insurance. n The childminder understands the importance of providing children with a choice of healthy meals and snacks, and regular opportunities for fresh air and exercise. n The childminder knows how to manage children's behaviour positively. She understands how to help children form secure relationships and develop their self- esteem. n The childminder understands the benefits of keeping her own skills up to date and

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This provision meets requirements

evaluating her provision in order to continue to make further improvements.

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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

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n The inspector had a tour of the premises and looked at the areas used by children. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder in relation to her understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements. n The inspector spoke to the childminder about how she observes, assesses and monitors children's progress. n The inspector sampled a range of relevant documentation, including suitability checks, risk assessments, policies and training certificates. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to use self-evaluation.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY339844 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 10073734 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 30 June 2016

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2006 and lives in Bishop's Stortford. She operates during school term time from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds 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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