Childminder in Cambridgeshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 18 May 2015 29 September 2009

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Good 2 How well the early years provision meets the needs of the range of children who attend Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

The setting meets legal requirements for early years settings

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This provision is good

 There is regular communication between the childminder and parents. The childminder writes short observations about children, as well as their daily care routines, in a communication book. Parents often respond back with similar information. This underpins their professional relationship and benefits children's all-round care and education.  The childminder's teaching is strong, which results in children making good progress in their readiness for future learning. She plays with children at their level, modelling how to use toys. Children then eagerly copy her and keep on trying until they have succeeded at their chosen task. This builds children's motivation and keenness to learn.  Children are gaining an awareness of mathematical concepts in a practical and playful way. For example, the childminder compares how tall the children are by using the brick towers they build. She counts items that children are playing with, encouraging

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This provision is good

them to join in.  The childminder provides a warm, safe and welcoming environment. Children quickly build strong, secure attachments with the childminder. They spontaneously cuddle her and invite her into their play. Consequently, children are happy and settled.  The childminder praises children regularly and encourages those of all ages to take turns. Therefore, children learn about appropriate ways in which to behave and build friendships with others.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Young children do not have frequent opportunities to explore learning using all of their senses.  The childminder does not consistently share information with other early years settings that the children attend to ensure continuity for their learning and development.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

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

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

 provide even more opportunities for sensory and exploratory play for young children to further promote their good development and give them time to deeply explore these resources  build on existing partnerships with other providers to share information, in order to further promote the continuity of learning and development for children in the early years age group.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed children playing in the downstairs area and in the garden.  The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector carried out a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector took account of the views of parents through reference letters and those spoken to on the day of inspection.  The inspector looked at children's records, evidence of the suitability of the childminder and household members, and a range of documentation, including safeguarding procedures.  The inspector reviewed the childminder's self-evaluation as provided on the day of the inspection.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder knows the children well. She identifies their next steps in learning and challenges them during play, to achieve these stages. The childminder describes actions and sounds to young children. She skilfully extends their vocabulary through play, singing and rhymes. Children regularly use the readily available books and ask the childminder to read them regularly. This promotes children's love of books and extends their speech and language development. The childminder plans a wide range of activities to promote all areas of learning. However, young children do not have frequent opportunities to participate in activities that promote their sensory development. Consequently, children's engagement in exploratory play is not maximised. Details about children's progress are regularly shared with parents, so that they are well informed. The childminder completes the progress check for children aged between two and three years, sharing these with

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good

The childminder ensures that children are happy and enjoy their time with her because she finds out about their needs, likes and dislikes before they start. Children independently access resources to support their play and confidently explore the environment. The childminder further encourages confidence and independence through personal-care skills that are age appropriate. As a result, children are practising the skills needed for their next stage of learning. Very young children understand the boundaries in place to stay safe. For example, children always wait for the childminder to accompany them before going into the kitchen. The childminder offers outdoor activities on a daily basis, developing children's physical skills effectively.

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provision is good

The childminder understands and implements the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage effectively. She assures children's safety by risk assessing the premises and all outings thoroughly. The childminder has a strong knowledge of children's needs and reflects on what she can offer them. She has a good knowledge of safeguarding procedures and is confident to identify the signs and symptoms of abuse. All documentation is up to date, including Disclosure and Barring Service checks for the family members living in the household. This effectively safeguards children. Since the last inspection, the childminder has evaluated her provision to identify areas for future improvement. The childminder has ensured that mandatory training is up to date and that any training benefits the children. Parents are extremely happy with the care and learning the childminder provides. She understands the importance of liaising with other early

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provision is good

years settings, which children attend. However, information regarding children's learning and development is not always routinely shared to fully promote continuity of learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 222138 Local authority Cambridgeshire Inspection number 864275 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 11

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 29 September 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1994 and lives in Stapleford, Cambridgeshire. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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Telephone number

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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Telephone number

procedures set out in the guidance ‘Complaints procedure: raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted’, which is available from Ofsted’s website: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted. If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk. 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, safeguarding and child protection.

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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

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