Childminder in Hertfordshire

Overall effectiveness Good

The quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Not applicable

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The provision is good

Children enjoy the time they spend in this homely environment. They settle in quickly and develop a strong bond with the childminder. Children cuddle up to her when sharing stories and seek her out for reassurance when upset.

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The provision is good

Children share their interests with the childminder. She includes these in the activities and experiences she plans. For example, children with a keen interest in ducks learn about animal life cycles. They look at books, play with eggs and talk to the childminder about what they know. Children are creative. They enjoy making sounds with musical instruments as they play along when the childminder plays the piano.

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The provision is good

Children have access to a wide range of resources both inside and in the large, secure garden, which they access freely. They explore their physical skills using bats and balls, which help them to develop their coordination. Children develop their speech as part of experiences, such as music and movement. Children make good progress.

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n Parents speak highly about the childminder. They praise the high-quality learning opportunities she provides for the children. Parents also appreciate the support she offers the whole family. They are happy with the information they receive about children's daily routines and activities. Parents also enjoy the regular photographs that are sent home, showing the children's achievements. n The childminder places a sharp focus on supporting children's emerging communication skills. She continuously speaks to children using clear, correct language and repeats key words and phrases. The childminder uses every opportunity to role model descriptive vocabulary, which children attempt to mirror. n The childminder has robust settling-in procedures. She builds close relationships with parents to help her establish what children know and can do when they first attend her setting. The childminder knows the children well and uses the

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information she gathers from parents to support children's individual needs. Furthermore, she works closely with other settings, sharing information where appropriate. This supports children's ongoing development. n Children are beginning to learn the importance of being kind and taking turns. The childminder has a consistent approach to behaviour management. She uses age-appropriate language to support children's understanding of acceptable behaviour. n The childminder reflects continuously on the care she offers. She adapts aspects of her practice to meet her vision. For example, when looking to promote

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13 July 2021 children's personal development, the childminder set up an area for them to display their achievements on. n Young children are learning to be independent. They are supported to clean their own hands and have a go at putting shoes on. Children take pride in the small tasks they are encouraged to do. For example, they are asked to take rubbish to the bin on their own. n The childminder helps children to learn good hygiene habits that help to minimise the spread of germs. She role models good hygiene practices, such as washing hands after wiping noses, explaining to the children why it is important. The childminder completes nappy changes discreetly and efficiently, protecting children's privacy. n The childminder understands how children learn. She completes regular assessments to ensure that children are making good progress. This has a positive impact on children's learning and development.

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need to do better?

n The childminder provides a wide range of interesting activities and resources for children to investigate. She involves all children in activities, encouraging them and praising their achievements. However, the childminder does not always match her teaching to meet the needs of most-able children. For example, although she supports younger children to build a tower with bricks she does not develop the activity to provide sufficient challenge for older children.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a strong understanding of the signs and symptoms that could indicate a child is at risk of abuse. She demonstrates good knowledge of what to do if there is a concern about a child and the referral process to follow. The childminder attends regular safeguarding training to keep her knowledge up to date. She implements robust policies and procedures to ensure children are kept safe in her care.

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should:

n ensure activities provide an appropriate level of challenge that matches children's learning needs.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY551412 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 10174012 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

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inspection

Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in Rickmansworth. She operates her provision all year round from 8am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a relevant qualification at level 6.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the setting received since the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the setting and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the setting. n The inspector considered the views of parents by viewing letters. n The inspector and childminder completed a joint observation of an activity to assess the quality of teaching. n The inspector looked at relevant documents, including evidence of the suitability of all persons living at the premises. n The inspector and childminder discussed how the early years setting is organised. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder at appropriate times throughout the inspection. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder about the monitoring of learning and development in the setting and tracked the progress of two children.

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Inspection activities

We carried out this inspection 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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Inspection activities

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