Childminder in Hertfordshire

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands safeguarding procedures and can identify concerns about a child's welfare. She knows how to report any concerns and has kept updated about current legislation. The childminder completes daily checks and risk assessments of her home to identify and remove any potential hazards to children. n The childminder recognises the value of working in partnerships with parents and other professionals. She explains in detail how she will work with them to support the continuity of children's care between home and the setting. n Through discussions, the childminder explains how she will promote healthy lifestyles. She is aware of the importance of providing children with nutritious snacks, regular opportunities for spending time outdoors and of being physically active in the fresh air. n During discussions, the childminder describes how she uses a range of teaching skills to meet children's individual learning needs and to support her curriculum.

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This provision meets requirements

She has systems in place to observe and monitor children's progress and to swiftly identify any gaps in their learning. The childminder explains how she will plan a range of age-appropriate activities to promote children's development in all areas. n The childminder is aware of the value of building secure bonds with children to promote their emotional well-being and independence. She understands how to promote positive behaviour with children to help children to follow rules and respect each other's differences. n The childminder understands how to reflect on the quality of her practice to identify areas for further development and meet the needs of the children. For example, she gains advice and support from local authority advisers and encourages parents' feedback. The childminder explains how she maintains her knowledge up to date and refreshes her skills through attending training and online research.

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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 EY418319 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 10074641 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 0 Date of previous inspection 22 March 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder was registered in 2010 and lives in Broxbourne in the borough of Hertfordshire. She is available Monday to Friday, 8am to 5.30pm, during the school 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 her evaluation of the provider. n The inspector talked to the childminder about how she will keep children safe and protect them from potential harm. n The childminder and the inspector completed a learning walk together. The inspector viewed all areas that are used when caring for children. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she supports children's learning and development. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she evaluates her service to ensure continuous improvement.

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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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