Childminder EY403906

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands the importance of delivering a curriculum that has suitable depth, relevance and reflects the needs and interests of children. She understands how to monitor children's progress closely through observation and assessment. She uses this information to identify what children can do, and what they need to learn next. n The childminder values the importance of working with other professionals involved in children's care and learning. She gathers information from other settings attended by children, for example. This helps her to build a secure picture of children's abilities and needs. She understands the importance of sharing information effectively to ensure children benefit from a consistent and collaborative approach to their learning. n The childminder is committed to building effective partnerships with parents. She understands the benefits of providing them with regular feedback about

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their child's progress and ideas on how to extend learning at home. n The childminder understands how to promote positive behaviour by celebrating children's achievements. She supports their self-esteem through strategies, such as 'wow moments'. She understands how books and role modelling can teach children about respect, acceptance and inclusion. n The childminder places importance on creating a diverse and inclusive environment, where children learn how they are each unique and celebrate differences within their community. She understands how to enhance children's awareness by marking a wide range of cultural celebrations. n The childminder values the opportunities that using the local area can provide, including visits to pet shops, farms and markets, for instance. The childminder appreciates how these experiences can strengthen children's understanding of the world. She also values opportunities for children to socialise with others, and

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for herself to work alongside other childminders to enrich children's experiences. n The childminder recognises the importance of keeping her knowledge and skills current and is committed to her ongoing professional development. She attends a range of courses to continually strengthen her practice and keeps her mandatory training up to date.

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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 EY403906 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 10398632 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 4 November 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2010 and lives in Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire. She operates from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, all year, except for family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate childcare qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n The childminder showed the premises to the inspector. n The inspector and childminder discussed the childminder's knowledge and understanding of supporting children's learning and development. n The childminder and inspector held discussions about safeguarding children and supporting their welfare. n The inspector reviewed relevant documentation, which the childminder provided on request.

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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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