Childminder in Hertfordshire

This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder does not have sufficient knowledge of the safeguarding and welfare requirements. She does not have a valid paediatric first-aid qualification or appropriate insurance. She is not aware of the necessary steps she needs to take in order to meet the needs of children. The childminder does not demonstrate an appropriate understanding of minimising risks to children, for example, while they are sleeping. n Weaknesses in the childminder's safeguarding knowledge and practice means that she does not know how to refer concerns about children's welfare in line with local safeguarding procedures. She is unaware of the process to follow if an allegation was made against herself or a member of her family. n The childminder does not have a sufficient understanding of how to provide a well-planned curriculum. The childminder demonstrates a lack of knowledge about child development and is unclear about what she wants children to learn.

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This provision does not meet requirements

She is unaware where to seek professional advice when a child is not making expected progress in their learning. n The childminder has identified that she lacks knowledge about current legislation and has not kept herself up to date with early years practice. She does recognise that this would have a negative impact on the quality of her teaching, and the development of children. n The childminder does recognise the importance of working with parents. She explains how she would gather information regarding the children prior to them starting. However, she acknowledges she would not be confident to challenge the parents if she had any concerns. n When discussing settling new children, the childminder is aware to obtain as much information as possible regarding their care. However, the childminder does not have a clear process for doing this to ensure that all significant information is captured.

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This provision does not meet 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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Due date

30 August 2022 design a clear, sequenced programme of learning for children, to help children achieve and develop 03/10/2022

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Due date

ensure safeguarding procedures are in line with the local safeguarding partnership guidance and improve knowledge and understanding of safeguarding procedures 03/10/2022

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ensure all reasonable steps are taken to manage the safety of children, so that they are not exposed to risk; this includes their safety while sleeping 03/10/2022

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Due date

complete and maintain a valid paediatric first-aid qualification 03/10/2022

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Due date

obtain any necessary training, skills and knowledge to ensure that children are kept safe, and receive quality learning and development experiences 03/10/2022

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Due date

ensure that appropriate insurance is in place. 03/10/2022

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Setting details

Unique reference number 130221 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 10234156 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 11 October 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1998 and lives in Potters Bar. 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 setting 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 with the childminder how she will deliver the learning and development requirements, and how she will evaluate children's progress and plan for their next steps in learning. n The inspector looked at documentation, such as Disclosure and Barring Service checks.

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Inspection activities

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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Inspection activities

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