Childminder in Hertfordshire

This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder has not maintained a current paediatric first-aid certificate. This is a breach of the 'Statutory framework for the early years foundation stage' requirements. n The childminder has taken reasonable steps to identify potential risks around her premises. She recognises that her outdoor area is not currently suitable for children to access safely. The childminder talks about how she would ensure that children have regular access to outdoor learning opportunities. n The childminder understands her responsibilities in relation to child protection. She can recognise potential signs and symptoms of abuse and neglect. The childminder understands the procedures to follow should she need to report a concern about the welfare of a child. n The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of how children learn through play. She explains how she would design a curriculum based on the children's learning needs. The childminder would find out what children know

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and can already do to help her to plan activities to support their next steps in learning. She has systems in place to monitor and assess children's progress. n The childminder is clear on how to support children's emotional and social development. She has considered how she can do this effectively by supporting children to understand their emotions and helping them engage with each other, using a range of strategies. n The childminder explains how she shares information with parents, such as her complaints procedure, when they first start. The childminder stays in touch with other childminders and this provides an opportunity to share ideas on good practice. n The childminder understands the importance of developing good relationships with parents. She explains how she would gain information about children when they first start with her and offer ideas for what parents can do to support their child's progress further at home.

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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

maintain a full current paediatric first-aid certificate. 04/05/2023

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY465254 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 10280298 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 19 September 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2013. She operates all year round, from 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3.

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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 provider. n The inspector had a tour of the areas of the premises that the childminder uses for childminding. n The childminder and inspector held discussions regarding safeguarding children. n The inspector reviewed relevant documentation, such as the childminder's qualifications and insurance documents. n The childminder and inspector discussed how the childminder supports children's learning and development. n The inspector took account of written feedback provided by parents.

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Inspection activities

6 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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Inspection activities

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