Childminder in Hertfordshire

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has created a safe and welcoming learning environment for children. She demonstrates a passionate, caring approach and has always strived to provide high-quality care and learning opportunities for the children. Additionally, the childminder has also completed a continual extensive range of professional training since registration. n The childminder understands her responsibility to safeguard children. Through discussion, she confidently demonstrates a good knowledge and understanding of the signs and symptoms of abuse and neglect. This includes broader issues, such as radicalisation and female genital mutilation. Furthermore, the childminder knows what steps to take if she has a concern about a child, to protect their welfare. She understands the importance of making prompt contact with relevant professionals. n Through discussion and a tour of the home and garden, the childminder was

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able to confidently demonstrate the steps she takes to ensure children in her care are safe and not exposed to risks of harm. The childminder understands that children in her care need to be supervised by her at all times to ensure their safety. n The childminder explains the seven areas of learning and the extensive range of activities and outings she provides for children. This includes, for example, excursions on a train and bus, and visits to the library, park and museums. The childminder is clear about how she will establish children's starting points and understands that she needs to build on the children's interests as they play. She recognises the importance of asking challenging questions to encourage the children to think and to develop their self-confidence and independence. n The childminder has a good knowledge of how to manage children's behaviour, including supporting children to learn to manage their own feelings and

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emotions. The childminder confidently explains how she encourages children to learn to have respect for one another, to share and take their turn with the resources. n The childminder explains clearly about the importance of working closely with parents to be able to meet children's needs and discuss any concerns about a child's development. She understands the benefits of sharing information with staff at pre-schools and schools to help provide a consistent approach to their care and learning. n The childminder understands the importance of promoting healthy lifestyles. She provides healthy, balanced and nutritious meals and snacks to the children, and ensures information is obtained regarding any special dietary requirements, preferences and food allergies. The childminder provides many opportunities for the children to develop their physical skills in the fresh air and to learn about the world around them. For example, the childminder provides opportunities for the

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children to plant vegetables and to nurture them as they grow.

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This provision meets requirements

26 May 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 130305 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 10127045 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 3 Date of previous inspection 21 January 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder was registered in 1989 and lives in Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire. She operates during term time only from 7am until 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 childminder received since the COVID- 19 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation. n The inspector talked with the childminder about her understanding of the requirements for safeguarding and welfare and learning and development. n The inspector viewed areas of the home used for childminding. She talked with the childminder about resources and equipment used and viewed some of these. n The inspector looked at documents used by the childminder when caring for children.

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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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26 May 2022 26 May 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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