Childminder EY438905

Inspection date 5 June 2019 Previous inspection date 15 July 2015

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has appropriate systems in place to keep children safe in her care. She has completed relevant training which helps her to recognise potential safeguarding issues. She is aware of the process to follow to raise any concerns relating to children's well-being. n The childminder demonstrates a strong understanding of how to support children's learning and development. She can identify effective methods that she can use to monitor and track the progress that children make. She is aware of how to offer children a range of interesting learning opportunities through both planned activities and spontaneous learning experiences. n The childminder is committed to improving the quality of the service that she offers. She reflects on how she would be able to enhance her provision further. She recognises the benefits of gaining the views of the parents and children who use her service. n The childminder is aware of the importance of working in partnership with parents. She

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recognises how working collaboratively can support the continuity of care offered to children. She demonstrates an understanding of how to support children's emotional development effectively. n The childminder recognises the importance of children becoming independent and motivated learners. She plans to utilise a range of opportunities for children to build on their social skills to help them to become effective communicators. n The childminder recognises how working alongside other professionals, such as teachers at other settings children attend, can benefit children. She is aware of how to support children to successfully gain the skills they need to move on to the next stage in their learning.

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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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This provision meets requirements

n The inspector had a tour of the premises and considered the suitability of the areas that will be used by minded children. n The inspector looked at a range of relevant documentation, including the childminder's first-aid qualification and policies. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder to assess her understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she plans to work in partnership with parents and other professionals. n The inspector spoke to the childminder about how she will assess and monitor children's learning and progress.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY438905 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 10063636 Type of provision Childminder

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Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 6 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2 Date of previous inspection 15 July 2015

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The childminder registered in 2011 and lives in Tring, Hertfordshire. The childminder operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Thursday, 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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