Childminder in Hertfordshire

Not met (enforcement)

Previous inspection Requires improvement

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This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder has not ensured that the action previously issued has been met. She has not supplied Ofsted with the required information about all household members, in order for suitability checks to be carried out. This potentially compromises children's safety. n The childminder does not recognise potential hazards to children. For example, equipment, such as large televisions, are stored unsafely in the areas that would be used by children. In addition to this, there are other hazards, such as alcohol, which are accessible to children. This could put children at risk of harm. n The childminder understands her role in supporting children's learning and development. She is aware of the importance of finding out what children know and can do when they first start with her. She intends to do this by talking to parents and others who provide care and learning for the children. n The childminder understands how to support children's well-being, encourage

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This provision does not meet requirements

positive behaviour and teach children to be kind to each other. Through discussion, she demonstrates how she gives children opportunities to make choices, such as what they want to play with. n The childminder understands the importance of children learning about the wider world. This includes learning about themselves and what makes them different from others. n The childminder explains how she will support children's communication and language development. She provides a range of toys and resources, including books, for children to enjoy together or independently. n The childminder understands the reasons for building and maintaining strong partnerships with parents, and with other settings that children attend. n The childminder updates her knowledge and understanding of child protection matters. She has an appropriate knowledge of signs that may indicate a child is at risk of harm and knows the procedures to follow to report concerns.

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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

ensure Ofsted is supplied with the necessary information to be able to carry out suitability checks on household members over the age of 16 28/11/2022

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Due date

implement an effective risk assessment to ensure that all potential hazards to children, including unsafe areas and items, are identified and removed or minimised. 28/11/2022

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2570931 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 10218120 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 5 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 3 December 2021

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2020 and lives in Kings Langley. She operates all year round, from 9am until 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder has a level 3 childcare qualification.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector discussed any continued impact of the pandemic with the provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The childminder and the inspector discussed how the childminder organises their early years provision. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request. This included evidence of the provider's first-aid qualification. n The inspector spoke 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 spoke with the childminder about resources and equipment used.

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Inspection activities

17 November 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

17 November 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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