Childminder in Hertfordshire

This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder has appropriate policies and procedures in place. Additionally, she has paperwork to support her in maintaining required records, such as a record of children's attendance. She explains how she intends to continue to review her work. However, the childminder's paediatric first-aid qualification is out of date. This means that children's health in an emergency situation may not be promoted and the childminder does not meet all requirements of the Statutory framework for the early years foundation stage. n Through discussion, the childminder demonstrates a secure awareness of safeguarding. This includes wider issues, such as radicalisation and female genital mutilation. She explains that she continues to complete training to keep her knowledge up to date. The childminder illustrates how she would recognise possible concerns about children's welfare and report these without delay to the

p.2

This provision does not meet requirements

correct professional. n The childminder shows an effective understanding of the importance of promoting children's health. She explains how she intends to offer children healthy options at meals and snack times and talk with them about the relevance of healthy eating. She details how she will promote children's knowledge of other issues, such as good oral hygiene and the importance of regular exercise. n The childminder demonstrates an effective understanding of behaviour management. She explains how she plans to support children in understanding feelings, the effects of their behaviour and appropriate ways to manage this themselves. n The childminder is experienced in providing childcare. She explains how she uses her knowledge and experience to help her understand each child and promote their learning and development. The childminder details how she intends to monitor children's progress and plan relevant activities and resources that

p.2

This provision does not meet requirements

support them in taking the next developmental step. n The childminder illustrates how she plans to understand children's learning styles and use their interests to offer them play opportunities that enable them to build on their knowledge and skills. She explains how she intends to aid children in developing their language and communication skills, for example, through encouraging them to talk about their activities and everyday events. n The childminder has appropriate equipment in place to support her in caring for children. She has an effective selection of toys and resources and explains how she makes these accessible to children, so that they can make choices about their play. The childminder explains how she plans to check her home and garden and ensure that areas used by children are safe and secure.

p.2

This provision does not meet requirements

19 October 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.

p.2

Due date

complete an appropriate paediatric first- aid course. 01/12/2023

p.3

Setting details

Unique reference number 2626558 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 10295619 Type of provision Childminder

p.4

Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

p.4

inspection

Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

p.4

Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2021 and lives in Stevenage. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 5.

p.4

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's setting. n The inspector talked with the childminder about how she plans to assess children's progress and promote their learning. n The inspector viewed areas of the home and garden that will be used for childminding. She viewed a selection of toys and equipment used when childminding. n The inspector viewed relevant documentation, including the safeguarding procedures and proof of the suitability of household members.

p.4

Inspection activities

19 October 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.

p.4

Inspection activities

19 October 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.

p.5

Inspection activities

If you would like a copy of this document in a different format, such as large print or Braille, please telephone 0300 123 1231, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk .

p.6

Inspection activities

You may reuse this information (not including logos) free of charge in any format or medium, under the terms of the Open Government Licence. To view this licence, visit www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/ , write to the Information Policy Team, The National Archives, Kew, London TW9 4DU, or email: psi@nationalarchives.gsi.gov.uk

p.6

Inspection activities

Interested in our work? You can subscribe to our monthly newsletter for more information and updates: http://eepurl.com/iTrDn .

p.6

Inspection activities

T: 0300 123 1231 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.gov.uk/ofsted

p.6