Childminder in Hertfordshire

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a good understanding of how to safeguard children within her care. She knows the possible signs and symptoms of abuse, including wider safeguarding issues, such as child exploitation. She knows how to refer any concerns to the relevant authorities. Daily checks and risk assessments of her home help the childminder to identify and remove any potential hazards to children. n The childminder explains her curriculum and how she uses a range of teaching skills to meet children's individual learning styles. She has systems in place to observe and to monitor children's progress and to swiftly identify any gaps in their learning. n The childminder has high expectations for children's behaviour. She explains how she helps children to widen their social experiences and develop positive relationships with their peers. She supports children to develop positive attitudes to learning and perseverance to achieve their goals. The childminder explains

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how she builds secure bonds with children to promote their emotional well-being and independence. n The childminder understands the importance of encouraging children to adopt a healthy lifestyle through healthy eating, being physically active and understanding the importance of oral health. She provides daily outdoor experiences for children to develop their physical skills, such as visits to the local parks. n The childminder understands the value of effective communication methods with parents and other professionals to promote continuity of care and learning. n The childminder explains how she keeps her knowledge up to date and refreshes her skills. For example, she seeks out online training and research to keep her knowledge current. The childminder seeks additional support from local childminding groups and health visitors.

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This provision meets 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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Setting details

Unique reference number EY452484 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 10276734 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 31 July 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2013 and lives in Codicote, Hertfordshire. She provides funded early years education for three- and four-year-old children. The childminder holds a paediatric first-aid qualification.

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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 their setting. n The childminder and the inspector completed a learning walk together and viewed areas of the premises used for childminding. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she supports children's learning and development. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of those living in the premises. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to meet the safeguarding and welfare requirements when minding children.

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15 April 2023 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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