Childminder in Hertfordshire

Met

Previous inspection Not Met (enforcement)

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This provision meets requirements

n Since the last inspection, the childminder received support from the local authority early years adviser. This has developed her knowledge of safeguarding. She can talk about the processes she would follow if she has concerns about a child in her care. The childminder has a sufficient knowledge of the process to follow if an allegation is made against her or a household member. This helps to protect children from harm. n The childminder explains how she keeps her house safe for children. She makes ongoing safety checks to the premises, equipment and resources used by the children. She is aware of carrying out risk assessments to minimise hazards. n The childminder explains how she will help children to behave well and acquire positive social skills by teaching them to say please and thank you. The childminder explains how she will help children to share and take turns during playtime. n The childminder understands how to assess children's learning and development

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to inform their curriculum. She knows that each child is unique and talks about the activities that she provides for children. She explains how she promotes children's learning, for instance, by helping them become more independent, so they are well prepared to start school. n The childminder understands the importance of providing children with fresh air and daily exercise. She can describe the activities that she would provide in her community, such as visits to parks, to help children develop their physical skills. The childminder discussed the extended outings that she would organise, to the shops and libraries. n The childminder knows how to support children with having a healthy lifestyle. She understands the importance of providing nutritional snacks and meals, and engaging children in discussing oral health. n The childminder recognises the importance of providing a flexible routine to enable children to settle in gradually and feel secure and confident. She

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describes how she would meet with parents and children to get to know their individual needs. n The childminder describes how she aims to offer an inclusive service and help children to learn to respect and value differences between themselves and others. n The childminder is aware of her responsibility to keep her professional knowledge updated. She explains how she does this, such as by using online resources.

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This provision meets requirements

24 January 2023 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 149619 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 10251714 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 1 Date of previous inspection 3 August 2022

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1995 and lives in Hitchin, Hertfordshire. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector discussed any continued impact of the pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The inspector viewed the provision and discussed with the childminder the safety and suitability of the premises. n The childminder described how she organises her environment and supports children's independent learning. n The inspector checked safeguarding information and spoke with the childminder about safeguarding children.

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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

24 January 2023 24 January 2023 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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