Childminder in Hertfordshire

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder discusses how she supports children's personal, social and emotional development. For example, she describes how she encourages children to talk about their school day. She prompts them to talk about any issues they may be facing. The childminder also describes how she encourages children to play with each other to develop their social skills. n Through discussions, the childminder talks about how she promotes children's communication and language development. She describes how she would use books to help children to develop their reading levels. The childminder talks about how she encourages children to interact with one another. She discusses with children their achievement at school as a way of getting the children to talk. n The childminder has good knowledge of child development. She describes how she would gain information from parents to establish children's starting points.

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When discussing planning, the childminder expresses how she follows children's interests to support the next steps in their learning. n The childminder discusses her professional relationship with the local school staff. She describes how she talks with the teachers daily and passes on information to parents. The childminder explained that she would always discuss any concerns she may have regarding a child with the school staff. n Through discussions, the childminder describes how she encourages children to develop their physical skills. The childminder talks about the equipment that children use in the garden, such as the trampoline, the slide and swings. She also describes how she would take the children to the local parks. The childminder discusses the indoor equipment she has which may support children's small-muscle development and mark-making skills. For example, she explains that she would use play dough and painting to support this.

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder can demonstrate her work with parents and shares reviews they have left. The parents state that they are happy with the care their children receive. Other reviews talk about the effective way in which the childminder ensures children's individual needs are met. n The childminder describes how she provides the children with healthy snacks and meals. She discusses how the children make choices about what they may like to eat after school. The childminder talks about how the children can help her with the preparation of their meals. n The childminder demonstrates a thorough understanding of keeping children safe from harm. She has good knowledge of the signs and symptoms of abuse. The childminder can explain the process to follow to report any concerns. The childminder describes how she talks to children about internet safety. She explains how they discuss not having secrets from their parents. Through

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documentation, the childminder explains how she ensures the suitability of other adults in her household.

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This provision meets requirements

14 March 2022 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 EY561681 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 10190993 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 2018 and lives in St Albans in Hertfordshire. She operates Monday to Friday, from 3pm to 6.30pm, term time only.

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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 the evaluations of the provider. n The childminder and the inspector discussed together their curriculum and what they want children to learn. n The childminder and the inspector discussed the indoor and outdoor environments. n The inspector looked at reviews from the parents during the inspection and took account of their views. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation and reviewed evidence of suitability of the childminder.

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Inspection activities

14 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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14 March 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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