Childminder in Cambridgeshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 05/12/2012 Not Applicable

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early years provision

This inspection: 2 Previous inspection: Not Applicable How well the early years provision meets the needs of the range of children who attend The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children 2 The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision 2

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This provision is good

 Children feel safe and secure with the childminder who provides a warm and caring environment where they separate well from their parents and follow familiar home routines.  The childminder has a secure knowledge and understanding of how children learn and develop, she carefully observes to assess their skills and interacts effectively to improve their learning.  Children participate in purposeful play and exploration and are happy and motivated to learn. They enjoy a balance of adult- and child-led activities that fosters active learning well.  The childminder finds out about children's home languages and this enables her to effectively support the language development of children who are bi-lingual or for whom English is an additional language.

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It is not yet outstanding because

 Parents have limited opportunities to become involved in their child's learning and contribute what they know to support their child's progress.

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Information about this inspection

Inspections of registered early years provision are scheduled:  at least once in every inspection cycle. The current cycle ends on 31 July 2016  more frequently where Ofsted identifies a need to do so, for example where provision was previously judged as inadequate  brought forward in the inspection cycle where Ofsted has received information that suggests the provision may not be meeting the legal requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage; or where assessment of the provision identifies a need for early inspection  prioritised for inspection where we have received information that the provision is not meeting the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage and which suggests children may not be safe  at the completion of an investigation into failure to comply with the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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Information about this inspection

The provision is also registered on the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register. This report includes a judgment about compliance with the requirements of that register.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities taking place in the lounge.  The inspector also took account of the views of written feedback from parents.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector looked at children's observation and assessment records, a selection of policies and the accident book.

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Information about the setting

The childminder was registered in 2012 on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She lives with her husband and two children aged 12 and 15 years in a village close to Cambridge, Cambridgeshire. The whole of the ground floor, one bedroom and the bathroom on the first floor and the rear garden are used for childminding. The family has one pet rabbit.

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Information about the setting

The childminder attends a toddler group and activities in the village and she visits the shops and park on a regular basis. There are currently two children on roll, both of whom are in the early years age group and attend part-time. The childminder operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. She is a member of the National Childminding Association and holds an early years qualification at level 2.

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To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

 develop further opportunities for parents to engage in their child's development and learning in the setting and share their child's achievements at home.

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who attend

The childminder has a secure understanding of how children learn. She carefully observes children to find out about their immediate interests in order to plan activities or experiences to enhance their learning. The childminder is developing records to assess and plan for children's learning needs, which ensures all areas of learning are covered. She observes children in their play and takes photographs of them to illustrate the activities they enjoy. The childminder works effectively in partnership with parents to support children's individual needs and discuss their child's progress. However, parents do not have sufficient opportunities to support and share information about their child's learning and development at home, in order to further improve the assessment procedures.

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who attend

The childminder encourages children's communication skills through effective interaction. She talks to children, commenting on what they are doing and asks questions to encourage their critical thinking and exploration. In addition, the childminder finds out about children's home language, which she uses alongside English. Therefore, all languages spoken are recognised and the building of strong foundations in the home language supports the development of English. Children enjoy listening to songs and rhymes, and join in enthusiastically as they beat the drum and clap their hands. This supports their awareness of sound and rhythm.

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who attend

The childminder provides a well-organised environment where children can help themselves to toys and resources to support their play. Children confidently move around to investigate the interesting activities because the childminder gently encourages them to try for themselves. For example, she shows children how pop-up toys work, supporting them to be successful. Babies develop their physical skills indoors as they crawl and competently pull themselves to standing. The childminder encourages their drive to stand and walk by offering supportive words and lots of praise as they take tentative steps when practising their new skills. Children have access to a range of books, which they enjoy reading with the childminder. She takes them on visits to the local library to borrow additional books, which further enhances children's early literacy skills.

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The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children

The childminder acts as a good role model in the calm and consistent way she approaches behaviour management. She is positive and offers lots of praise to develop children's self- esteem and this helps them to feel good about what they do. Children's health is promoted well because the childminder follows effective hygiene procedures and practices. Children learn sensible hygiene routines because the childminder acts as a good role model. Her guidance and support helps them to become independent in their personal care. For example, she encourages younger children to use a spoon to feed themselves.

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The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children

Children's emotional development is promoted as they develop secure, trusting relationships with each other and the childminder. For example, she holds babies close to comfort them when they are tired and they are clearly comfortable in her nurturing care. The childminder makes sure she finds out about children's preferences and their daily routines by gathering good information from parents. Settling-in procedures tailored to each child's needs means the transition between home and the childminder's home is a positive experience.

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The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children

Children enjoy lots of outdoor play, which effectively promotes their physical development. The childminder makes good use of local venues, such as parks to extend the options for outdoor play so that children benefit from fresh air and exercise. Children's safety is given priority as the childminder ensures her premises are secure and daily checks of the premises mean children play in a safe environment. The childminder helps children develop their understanding of how to be safe. For example, they practise the fire drill so that they know what to do in an emergency.

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provision

The childminder ensures children are safeguarded effectively because she has a good knowledge of the procedures to follow in the event of any concerns about a child in her care. The childminder demonstrates a clear understanding of her responsibilities under the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She meets all regulatory requirements, such as keeping accident records and a record of children's attendance. This means that children are kept safe and protected from harm.

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provision

The childminder is keen to provide the best quality care and learning for children and strives to continually improve her practice. For example, she meets regularly with other childminders to share ideas and this has enabled her to become secure in her knowledge and practice. The childminder is committed to continuing her professional development and has plans to attend future relevant training courses. This is so she can continue to develop her knowledge of new practices in early years and use these skills to develop the childminding provision. The childminder has begun to evaluate her practice in order to identify priorities for improvement. As a result, she is able to set appropriate targets to improve learning opportunities for children.

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provision

The childminder has a secure understanding of how children learn and this enables her to provide a wide range of activities and experiences. She monitors and evaluates children's progress to ensure they are developing to their full potential. The childminder understands the importance of sharing information between settings when children attend more than one provision, which enables them to work together to support children's learning. The childminder recognises the importance of building close links with parents. She gathers and shares information with parents so children's individual needs are consistently met.

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The Childcare Register

The requirements for the compulsory part of the Childcare Register are Met The requirements for the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are Met

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Grade Judgement Description

Grade 1 Outstanding Outstanding provision is highly effective in meeting the needs of all children exceptionally well. This ensures that children are very well prepared for the next stage of their learning. Grade 2 Good Good provision is effective in delivering provision that meets the needs of all children well. This ensures children are ready for the next stage of their learning. Grade 3 Satisfactory Satisfactory provision is performing less well than expectations in one or more of the key areas. It requires improvement in order to be good. Grade 4 Inadequate Provision that is inadequate requires significant improvement and/or enforcement. The provision is failing to give children an acceptable standard of early years education and/or is not meeting the safeguarding and welfare requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. It will be inspected again within 12 months of the date of this inspection.

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Grade Judgement Description

Met The provision has no children on roll. The inspection judgement is that the provider continues to meet the requirements for registration. Not Met The provision has no children on roll. The inspection judgement is that the provider does not meet the requirements for registration.

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Inspection

This inspection was carried out by Ofsted 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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Setting details

Unique reference number EY446818 Local authority Cambridgeshire Inspection number 803536 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

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Type of provision

For the purposes of this inspection the following definitions apply:

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Type of provision

Full-time provision is that which operates for more than three hours. These are usually known as nurseries, nursery schools and pre-schools and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage. They are registered on the Early Years Register and pay the higher fee for registration. Sessional provision operates for more than two hours but does not exceed three hours in any one day. These are usually known as pre-schools, kindergartens or nursery schools and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage. They are registered on the Early Years Register and pay the lower fee for registration.

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Type of provision

Childminders care for one or more children where individual children attend for a period of more than two hours in any one day. They operate from domestic premises that are usually their own home. They are registered on the Early Years Register and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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Type of provision

Out of school provision may be sessional or full-time provision and is delivered before or after school and/or in the summer holidays. They are registered on the Early Years Register and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage. Where children receive their Early Years Foundation Stage in school these providers do not have to deliver the learning and development requirements in full but should complement the experiences children receive in school. 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 Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, work-based learning and skills training, 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,

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Type of provision

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Type of provision

T: 0300 123 4234 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.ofsted.gov.uk

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