Childminder in Central Bedfordshire

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands the importance of forming close relationships with parents and other professionals. She understands that this is vital in supporting children's development and well-being. The childminder discusses the methods she uses to communicate with families and the importance of gathering a good understanding of children's experiences at home and the impact this will have on her teaching. n The childminder ensures her environment is safe for all ages of children who attend. She discusses the age-appropriate equipment she uses in the home and when on trips out to parks and local group play sessions. The childminder has a robust understanding of how to implement safe sleeping and eating routines while children are in her care. n The childminder understands the importance of monitoring children's progress closely. She explains the methods she has in place to assess children's abilities

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when they start as well as the essential assessments she completes when children are two years old. The childminder shares her precise knowledge of children with parents and other professionals, where appropriate. n The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of how children learn. She has a clear understanding of the early years foundation stage learning and development requirements. The childminder discusses how she plans activities based upon children's interests and learning needs. She explains how she would adapt activities to meet the different needs of children and ensure they provide suitable challenge to promote children's confidence. n The childminder adopts a consistent approach to supporting children's behaviour. She explains how she works with parents to develop appropriate strategies and provide a consistent approach to managing behaviour. The childminder discusses how she uses positive reinforcement to encourage appropriate behaviours and

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This provision meets requirements

role models good manners towards children and adults. n The childminder understands her role in supporting children's understanding of healthy lifestyles. She discusses how she considers children's specific dietary requirements. For example, she explains the considerable experience she has supporting children with serious allergies. Children have plenty of opportunity for physical activity in the exciting garden and on trips out to parks and local allotments, where they explore fruits and vegetables and discuss healthy eating. n The childminder explains how she will safeguard children. She discusses the signs and symptoms that could indicate a child is at risk from harm. The childminder understands the correct procedures to follow when documenting and reporting safeguarding concerns. She keeps her safeguarding and first-aid training up to date to support her knowledge.

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This provision meets requirements

16 June 2025 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 130101 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 10388554 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 17 July 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1995 and lives in Bushey, near Watford in Hertfordshire. She offers the government funded places for all eligible children.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector viewed the areas of the premises used for childminding. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she supports children's learning and development. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation including evidence of the suitability of those living at the premises and 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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16 June 2025 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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