Childminder in Hertfordshire

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder discusses how she maintains a safe and interesting environment for children. She explains how she establishes exciting play opportunities based on children's changing interests. The childminder understands how this supports children to remain engaged in play and enjoy their time in her care. n The childminder explains how she supports children to behave appropriately. She understands the importance of being a good role model and demonstrating kind and respectful behaviour herself. The childminder discusses how she uses positive reinforcement and encourages children to explore the impact their behaviours may have on themselves and others. n The childminder supports children's understanding of maintaining a healthy lifestyle. She discusses the choice of healthy snacks they enjoy while in her care. The childminder provides children with access to outdoor play opportunities. She explains how children enjoy the time they spend at local parks and playing in the

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secure garden area. n The childminder understands the importance of keeping children safe, both in and out of her home. She discusses the strategies she uses to develop children's understanding of their personal safety. For example, the childminder explains how children learn to cross the road safely and identify potential hazards in the environment. n The childminder understands the importance of communicating with other professionals, including staff at other settings children attend. She discusses how this enables her to gather an insight into children's time at school. The childminder acknowledges how this allows her to provide additional emotional support, where necessary. n The childminder understands the importance of working closely with families. She explains how she communicates information about children's routines and the activities they enjoy. She understands how this gives parents an insight into

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children's time in her care. n The childminder explains how she supports children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. She discusses the importance of working closely with parents and other professionals to provide support and care that meets children's specific needs.

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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 117595 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 10388364 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 1 Date of previous inspection 9 July 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1993. She operates during school term time from 3pm to 6pm on a Thursday. The childminder offers flexible care during school holidays.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector viewed the areas of the premises used for childminding. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation including evidence of essential training. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to meet the safeguarding and welfare requirements of children.

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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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