Childminder in Hertfordshire

This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder does not have sufficient knowledge of safeguarding. Although she has completed safeguarding training, she was unable to explain what steps she would take to keep children safe. For example, she does not know how to refer concerns about children's welfare in line with local safeguarding procedures. The childminder does not know the process to follow if an allegation was made against herself or a member of her family. n The childminder does not understand the importance of keeping mandatory records. For example, when minding children she does not keep a record of the times of children's arrival and departure, any accidents that occur or any instances when she would administer medication. n The childminder does not demonstrate a good knowledge and understanding of child development and how children learn. She does not know how to assess children's development accurately in order to monitor their progress and plan

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experiences that are tailored to meet each child's learning needs. n The childminder has an insufficient understanding of how to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). She does not know where to seek professional advice when a child is not making progress in their learning and development. n The childminder demonstrates a lack of understanding about the importance of her professional development. As a result, she has not kept her knowledge of the statutory requirements for the early years foundation stage or early years practice up to date. n The childminder recognises the importance of working with parents. She explains how she would gather information about children prior to them starting, to find out about their care needs and interests. n The childminder knows the importance of promoting children's good health and helping them to understand about keeping healthy, such as washing their hands

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and having opportunities for outdoor play.

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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

gain knowledge and understanding of the local safeguarding procedures to follow in the event of a concern about a child or any allegations being made against household members 14/11/2022

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ensure that mandatory records are maintained, in particular a daily record of children's hours of attendance, a written record of any accidents and a record of each time a medicine is administered to a child 14/11/2022

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ensure that appropriate professional development opportunities are undertaken to improve knowledge and understanding of teaching and how children learn 31/01/2023

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improve knowledge of how to ensure there are appropriate arrangements in place to support children with SEND 31/01/2023

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Due date

improve knowledge and understanding of how to plan and deliver a broad and effective curriculum to support all children's learning and development in all areas. 31/01/2023

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY478188 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 10236373 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 15 November 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2014 and lives in Sawbridgeworth. She operates all year round from 7.30am 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 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 of the provision. n The inspector viewed areas of the home the childminder intends to use when childminding. n The inspector talked with the childminder about her understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements. n The childminder discussed with the inspector her understanding of meeting the learning and development requirements. n The childminder showed the inspector a range of documents and evidence of her suitability.

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Inspection activities

6 October 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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Inspection activities

6 October 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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