Childminder EY541418

Inspection date 1 July 2019 Previous inspection date Not applicable

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder demonstrates a strong knowledge of how to support children's learning and development. She confidently describes how to provide a variety of suitably challenging activities across all areas of learning, including how to help children acquire the skills they need for school. n The childminder intends to gather information about children's care, routines, preferences and abilities from parents during the settling-in period. She explains how she plans to share information on children's learning and progress with parents. n The childminder is aware of the importance of developing effective partnerships, for example, by sharing information with specialists and other settings that children attend. n The childminder understands the importance of building warm relationships with children. She plans to praise positive behaviour and ensure that all children are treated with equal respect. n The childminder proposes to promote children's independence skills. She explains how

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This provision meets requirements

she intends to help children learn to manage their own personal hygiene. The childminder explains how she plans to teach children about healthy lifestyles and keeping themselves safe. n The childminder intends to continue her professional development. She confidently describes how she plans to keep up to date with changes in legislation and gain ideas for activities. The childminder intends to gather feedback from parents and children to help her evaluate her practice. n The childminder demonstrates a sound understanding of safeguarding and how to keep children safe. She knows how to identify signs of abuse and refer any safeguarding concerns. The childminder explains how she plans to supervise visitors and control the use of mobile phones in her home. She has attended paediatric first-aid training.

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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 checked evidence of the childminder's qualifications and training, and suitability of all household members. n The inspector reviewed policies, procedures and documents that the childminder intends to use when caring for children. n The inspector had a tour of the areas that are to be used for childminding. n The inspector assessed how the childminder plans to support children's learning. n The inspector discussed the childminder's plans for self-evaluation and improvement.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY541418 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 10089901 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 Not applicable

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in Hitchin. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday, Wednesday and Friday, and from 8am to 3.30pm on Tuesday and Thursday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds qualified teacher status.

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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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