Childminder EY494479

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 15 July 2016 Not applicable

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This inspection: Good 2

Effectiveness of the leadership and management Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

Personal development, behaviour and welfare Good 2

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This provision is good

 Partnerships with other providers are robust. Information sharing is embedded in practice, which supports children's good level of progress when attending more than one setting.  The childminder is attentive and recognises children's progress as they play. She uses her observations effectively to plan children's next steps and ensures they have the challenge needed to make good progress in their early years.  Children have many opportunities to extend their overall learning outside in the garden or in the local area. Here they have a wide range of toys and resources to support their learning and also enjoy safely investigating natural resources they encounter.  The childminder builds firm, trusting bonds with children in her care. She knows each one well and gives them the chance to develop the confidence they need to explore and make new friends.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder misses opportunities to reinforce children's skills in pronunciation as they use their language during play.  Although there is self-evaluation, the childminder does not regularly seek the views of others to help her to improve practice to a higher level.

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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

 make better use of opportunities that arise during children's play and interactions to purposefully and consistently reinforce their skills in repeating and pronouncing words and sounds according to their stage of development  review and enhance self-evaluation procedures to capture the views of others and more clearly identify areas of strength and areas where improvements can be made to benefit all children.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector discussed a planned activity with the childminder.  The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection. She looked at relevant documentation, such as self-evaluation and evidence of the suitability of household members.  The inspector took account of parental views by reading letters sent for the purposes of the inspection and also speaking with a parent.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a good knowledge of her responsibilities for keeping children safe from harm. She is up to date with current safeguarding legislation and is well trained in child protection matters. Local procedures for reporting concerns are known. The childminder works closely with a co-childminder and together they abide by a range of policies and procedures that supports their work. Parents share very positive feedback about her work. The childminder has procedures to monitor children's progress and puts measures in place to support those who are at risk of falling behind.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children enjoy their time with the childminder and accessing the wide range of activities that is available to them. Young children appreciate the opportunity to explore and investigate freely both inside and out. They practise their physical skills as they toddle confidently or bravely try running up and down the garden. They handle resources and toys carefully and are able to demonstrate good hand-to-eye coordination as they feed themselves peas fresh from the pod. Children respond well as the childminder plays alongside and this enables them to sustain their concentration successfully on chosen activities. They learn to listen attentively to her and follow instructions as they enthusiastically seek the toys hiding in different boxes. They discover how to stack the resources and, when play is over, how to pack away tidily ready for another day. Children have plenty of opportunities to learn about the natural world and the variety of animals

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are active and behave well according to their stages of development. When necessary, the childminder gives gentle reminders about sharing or taking turns with different toys. Nutritious foods are promoted by the childminder and her co-childminder. Children take part in growing fruits and vegetables and, as a result, learn the true origin of the food they eat. Fresh air and exercise is encouraged both at home in the garden and when out and about visiting the local area. Young children learn about healthy routines as they clean their hands before eating and begin to understand how to keep themselves safe during routines and play. For example, children are reminded not to put certain things in their mouths.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children gain confidence and greater independence in the care of the childminder. They are keen to explore and show an interest in everything around them. These skills and attributes will support children well when eventually they move to pre-school or nursery. Their progress from their starting points is good.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY494479 Local authority Cambridgeshire Inspection number 1030256 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 26

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2015 and lives in Littleport, Cambridgeshire. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder has a suitable level 3 qualification and works with another registered childminder.

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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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