Childminder in Hertfordshire

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder knows how to plan a varied and well-balanced curriculum to meet each child's individual learning needs. She explains how she will embrace children's interests and extend on children's experiences from home. The childminder is aware of how to observe and assess children's development. This will enable her to highlight the progress children are making and focus on closing any gaps in their learning. The childminder understands the importance of working in partnership with parents and other professionals to support children's continuity of care and learning. n The childminder understands the importance of promoting positive behaviour. She recognises her role in acting as a positive role model and teaching children to behave well and respect others, such as remaining seated at the table until everyone has finished eating. The childminder explains how she will support children to identify their own and other's emotions and encourage them to

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manage any heightened feelings through learnt breathing exercises. The childminder knows how to work in partnership with parents when implementing specific strategies. n The childminder has a strong understanding of her safeguarding responsibilities and the steps to take to protect children from harm. She completes regular training and reads professional publications to ensure her safeguarding knowledge remains current. The childminder is aware of potential indicators that may suggest a child is at risk of harm and knows how to report any concerns to the relevant local safeguarding partners. n The childminder understands the importance of promoting a healthy lifestyle for children, including good oral hygiene. She describes how children will have daily access to fresh air in the inviting outdoor area. This is where children can be physically active by participating in obstacle courses and yoga sessions to build

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strength and flexibility. The childminder explains that she will provide home- cooked nutritious meals and encourage children to try new foods, such as exotic fruits to broaden their tastes. n The childminder understands how to offer an inclusive service to help children learn to value each other's differences. She explains how children have opportunities to learn about various cultural and religious festivals throughout the year, particularly those that reflect children's backgrounds.

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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 2713710 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 10388432 Type of provision Childminder Registers Early Years 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 Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2023 and operates from another registered childminder's premises in Stevenage. She operates from 8am until 5pm, Monday to Thursday, all year round, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a relevant qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how she ensures that they are safe and suitable. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation and discussed this with the inspector. n The inspector had discussions with the childminder about how to safeguard children and how to promote their learning and development. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder to ensure that she remains suitable for registration.

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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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