Childminder in Hertfordshire

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a firm understanding of her safeguarding responsibilities. She completes regular training to keep her knowledge up to date. The childminder knows the process to follow should she need to raise concerns regarding children's welfare. She has clear policies in place to keep children safe. Parents are aware of these policies. She explains how she shares her rules with older children. For instance, she talks to them about why they need to keep their mobile phones safely stored away while in her home. n The childminder continues to develop her professional knowledge. For example, she completes regular online webinars and is aware of how young children learn. The childminder talks about the types of activities she plans to provide for early years children. She has carefully considered the layout of her home so that children have a designated quiet area where they can concentrate. For instance,

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if they wish to complete homework while they are with her. n Relationships with parents are important to the childminder. She explains about the information she gathers from parents before children start. For instance, she finds out about their interests to provide appropriate resources. She offers children settling-in visits before they start with her. She describes how this can help children to settle quickly. The childminder understands the value of sharing information with parents, such as about their day at school. She recognises how this benefits children's continuity of care. n The childminder knows how to support children's emotional development. She talks about how she will help children to resolve any disagreements. She understands the importance of children learning to share and take turns. She values children's individuality. The childminder speaks confidently about how she plans to encourage children to learn more about the wider community around

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them. n The childminder has established strong professional relationships with staff at other settings. She has been working in partnership with local schools for many years. She recognises the benefits of sharing information and holding discussions about the children. For instance, discussing information regarding children's health requirements. This helps her to meet children's needs appropriately.

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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 EY422352 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 10124395 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 6 Date of previous inspection 24 May 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2010 and lives in Bushey. She operates before and after school during term time only. She provides care for children between 7am to 8.45am and from 3pm to 6pm. The childminder holds a relevant early years qualification at level 3.

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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 had a tour of the areas of the premises used for childminding. n The childminder and inspector discussed how the childminder would support early years children in her care. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder to assess her understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements. n The inspector viewed documentation, including the childminder's qualifications and suitability documents.

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Inspection activities

1 March 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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