Childminder in Cambridgeshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 11 February 2016 9 January 2012

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder demonstrates that she knows how to safeguard the children in her care. She attends child protection training regularly. She is fully aware of the reporting procedures that help to keep children safe from abuse or neglect.  The childminder understands the importance of developing close links with parents. She has thorough working systems that would help to ensure parents are well informed about their children's care and learning.  The childminder knows how to promote children's safety. She updates her first-aid qualification and maintains childminding insurance as required. She has plans in place to complete daily checks of her home and garden, so that children play in a safe and secure environment.  The childminder demonstrates how she plans for children's learning and meets their needs and interests. She has a secure knowledge of the areas of learning and uses her observations to assess and monitor children's progress.

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder understands how to teach children about good behaviour. She has clear rules and boundaries which she would explain to all children so they understand expectations. She will help children to learn about other countries, languages and cultures to develop their understanding of differences.  The childminder has a broad range of resources that she will make available to children. She understands the importance of enabling children to make choices and develop their independence.  The childminder described how she prepares children for school. She encourages them to undertake practical tasks, such as putting on their shoes. She will introduce them to their new school and tell them stories about school life.

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The provision meets requirements

There were no children 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 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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Inspection activities

 The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to support children's play and learning.  The inspector looked at evidence of the childminder's training and checked the suitability of the adults living in the home.  The inspector looked at areas of the home the childminder uses for her childminding business.  A range of documentation was looked at, including some policies and procedures, children's records and risk assessments.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY432605 Local authority Cambridgeshire Inspection number 853316 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 0 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 9 January 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2011 and lives in Milton, Cambridgeshire. She operates during school term times from 6.30am to 6pm, Monday to Thursday.

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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

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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