Spalding, Tracey Sara

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a good understanding of how to meet the learning and development requirements. She talks about how she completes regular observations and assessments to monitor children's progress and identify what they need to learn next. The childminder discusses how she builds a curriculum based on children's individual learning needs and interests. She shares information with parents and suggests ways that they can support their child's learning at home. n The childminder is aware of the importance of teaching children how to lead a healthy lifestyle. She talks about providing opportunities for children to be physically active in her garden and on outings. The childminder helps children to build strong independence skills to help them to learn how to do things for themselves. She feels this is vitally important for children who are soon to move on to school. n The childminder understands the importance of continuous professional

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development. She makes good use of personal research and training opportunities to enhance her knowledge and refresh her teaching skills. She talks passionately about how the new knowledge she gains is securely implemented into her teaching and practice. n The childminder talks about how she gets to know children well and this helps her to support their emotional health and well-being. She explains how she supports children to feel secure and helps them to develop a strong sense of themselves and good self-esteem. n The childminder completes regular checks to help identify any hazards and risks in her home. She discusses how these checks help to ensure the premises are safe and suitable for children to access. The childminder explains how she completes risk assessments before taking children on outings to ensure their personal safety. n The childminder has a clear understanding of how to safeguard children. She

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knows the possible signs that could indicate that children are at risk of harm. The childminder understands how to refer any concerns about children's welfare to the relevant authorities. She knows the correct procedure to follow should she receive an allegation against herself or a household member.

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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 123956 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 10304841 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 2 February 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1999 and lives in Hertford, 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 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 her evaluations. n The inspector and childminder looked at areas of the house and garden that are used when caring for children. They talked about how the childminder organises her environment and the learning opportunities she provides for children. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder to consider her understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as the childminder's safeguarding procedures, complaints policy and evidence of the suitability of household members.

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22 February 2024 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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22 February 2024 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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