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This provision meets requirements

n Through discussion, the childminder demonstrates a sound knowledge of how to identify a child who could be at risk of harm. She knows the appropriate action to take if she had concerns about children's welfare. The childminder understands wider aspects of safeguarding, such as the 'Prevent' duty and female genital mutilation. n The childminder knows how to use observations and assessments to plan learning activities to build on what children know and can do. She understands how to check children's progress and target any gaps in their development. n Through discussion, the childminder is able to demonstrate a commitment to forming partnerships with parents. She recognises the importance of working closely with them and sharing information regarding all aspects of their children's care and learning. n During the inspection, the childminder spoke about the importance of being a good role model to children. She knows how to promote children's positive

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behaviour. She explains how she will ensure that children learn to share and take turns when they play. n The childminder has a good knowledge of how children learn and recognises the need to make learning enjoyable. She understands the importance of children learning outdoors. The childminder recognises how to promote healthy lifestyles and discusses how she intends to help children follow appropriate personal hygiene routines. The childminder describes how she encourages children to be independent. n Through discussion, the childminder demonstrates a sound knowledge of how to assess children's learning. She describes how she intends to review children's progress regularly to enable her to plan appropriate experiences to support their continuing development.

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This provision meets requirements

There were no children in the early years age range 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 early years 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.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 129166 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 10127022 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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Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 2 December 2014

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1997. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the provider received since the COVID-19 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The inspector discussed the safeguarding and welfare requirements with the childminder. n The childminder showed the inspector areas of the premises that the children will use and discussed the equipment and toys available. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for children and undertake observations, assessment and planning. n The inspector sampled the childminder's documentation, including her training certificates. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to provide activities and experiences to support children's learning. n The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of the childminder and

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22 February 2022 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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22 February 2022 regulates and inspects to achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, further education and skills, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children's services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

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