Childminder EY545336

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a positive culture around safeguarding that places children's interests at the centre of her practice. She demonstrates a good understanding of safeguarding procedures. The childminder intends to carry out daily risk assessments to ensure the environment is free from hazards and remains safe for children. She has considered how to manage risks, such as using gazebos to provide sun protection, and has clear plans in place for keeping children safe when on trips out. n The childminder demonstrates a secure understanding of the learning and development requirements. She plans to implement a curriculum that is carefully based on children's interests, and will provide a range of meaningful opportunities to support their progress. For example, she will support communication and language development through the use of nursery rhymes, stories and songs. n The childminder has a clear knowledge of how children learn and the skills they

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need to build on in preparation for school. She plans to use systems to track and monitor children's progress. This includes observations, which will enable her to plan purposeful next steps and address any emerging gaps in learning. The childminder understands the importance of working in partnership with parents, teachers and external professionals to ensure children receive a holistic approach to their learning. n Strong partnerships with parents will be promoted. The childminder plans to use daily diaries, messages and photographs to share children's progress and experiences. She intends to provide parents with ideas to extend learning at home, ensuring a consistent approach to children's development. n The childminder places great value on children exploring their wider community and broadening their understanding of the world around them. She plans to provide a range of outings, including visits to toddler groups, local parks and

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museums to enhance their social and personal development. n The childminder is strongly committed to her professional development. She ensures that all mandatory training is kept up to date and takes proactive steps to extend her knowledge and skills. She regularly attends webinars to help her stay informed about the latest guidance and best practice.

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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 EY545336 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 10375933 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 5 Date of previous inspection 9 May 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in Radlett, Hertfordshire. She operates in term time from 7.30am to 8.30pm, and 3.30pm to 5.30pm Monday to Friday, and occasional days in the school holidays. The childminder has appropriate knowledge in early years.

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Inspection activities

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

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26 August 2025 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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