Roper, Elaine

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a good knowledge of how to deliver a broad and relevant curriculum to meet each child's individual needs. She explains how she intends to gather information from parents and other settings to accurately establish each child's starting points and identify appropriate next steps in their learning. The childminder has systems in place to track and monitor children's progress, allowing her to tailor activities that support their learning and development. n The childminder has a deep understanding of how children learn, and plans to provide a wide range of resources to support children's learning. To broaden children's experiences, the childminder plans to organise visits to local places such as parks and farms. She understands the skills that children need for the next stages of their education such as encouraging independence and sharing supports them to become resilient and confident learners.

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n The childminder plans to establish strong partnerships with parents, aiming to maintain regular communication through daily conversations, emails, and texts to keep them informed about their child's progress. She intends to share the next steps in children's learning, encouraging parents to engage in home learning by providing resources. A comprehensive folder of policies and procedures will also be made available to parents. n The childminder understands the importance of consistently prioritising children's safety and well-being. She has a solid grasp of safeguarding procedures and keeps her knowledge up to date. To maintain a secure environment, the childminder plans to conduct regular risk assessments, both in the setting and for outings. She has clear procedures for managing accidents and safely administering medication. n The childminder has completed a wide range of training opportunities to ensure

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her knowledge is kept up to date, and her practice can fully support the needs of children. To continuously enhance the quality of her service, the childminder plans to distribute feedback forms and end-of-contract questionnaires, ensuring the setting meets high standards and supports the needs of children and their families effectively.

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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 EY347439 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 10364141 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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Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4 Date of previous inspection 28 January 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder was registered in 2007 and lives in Watford, Hertfordshire. She operates all year round from 7.30am until 9am, Monday to Thursdays, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder has an appropriate early years qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n Although there were no children in the early age range present at the time of this inspection, there were children that attend the setting who were over the age of five years. n The inspector had a tour of the areas of the premises that the childminder will be using for childminding. n The childminder and inspector held discussions regarding safeguarding children. n The childminder and inspector discussed how the childminder would support children's learning and development. n The inspector reviewed relevant documentation, such as the childminders qualifications and insurance documents.

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21 November 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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