Childminder EY482586

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 30 November 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

 The childminder meets with parents to organise settling-in visits for their children. She obtains information about specific requirements, such as allergies and favourite toys. This enables the childminder to meet children's individual care needs as they move between their home and hers.  Reflective practice by the childminder helps to secure the continuous development of her setting. She takes time to talk with parents and children about how or where she can improve the service she offers.  Children greet each other with squeals of excitement as they arrive at the childminder's setting. They move around freely within the safe and secure environment. During play, children enjoy making independent decisions about what they want to play with and explore at their own pace.  The childminder sets clear, fair and consistent boundaries. Children's behaviour is good. They learn how to be kind to each other, following the positive example set by the

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This provision is good

childminder. Children enjoy plenty of praise and have time to share how they are feeling as they learn about emotions, such as happy or sad. Activities are designed to help them vocalise how they are feeling.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 There is currently no consistent process in place to encourage parents to regularly share information about their children's ongoing learning and educational achievements at home.  At times, the childminder misses opportunities to further encourage children to build on their growing capabilities and increase independence to the highest 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

 enhance the depth of information gathered from parents about children's learning and development when they start, and when sharing ongoing learning over time, and use the information to further enrich the planning process  encourage children to manage more tasks for themselves, to further strengthen their personal independence and sense of achievement.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector completed a joint evaluation of an activity and discussed this with the childminder.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of people living in the household.  The inspector took account of the views and opinions of parents through emails and verbal feedback.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a secure knowledge of local child protection procedures. She understands how to make a referral if she has a concern about a child's welfare. All potential hazards within her home are identified and minimised, this includes unseen dangers, such as those associated with using computers and other electronic equipment. The childminder encourages children to become aware of their surroundings. Children learn to consider aspects of their environment, such as toys that are under their feet, which need tidying so that they can play safely. The childminder is diligent in updating her training regularly, covering a whole range of early years topics, to support her teaching practice. This is in addition to required training, such as paediatric first aid and child protection.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children enjoy a wide range of activities, including those led by adults, such as sharing their favourite books. They also enjoy child-chosen play, such as using their imagination while playing house. The childminder pays good attention to supporting play. She regularly talks with children to learn about their changing interests. The childminder observes and assesses each child to ensure that they make good progress. Her monitoring enables her to identify any groups of children who may require additional help to minimise gaps in their learning. Children are supported well to adopt the skills they need for later learning and their eventual move on to school. As children develop their vocabulary, they increase their communication skills. The childminder provides plenty of opportunities for them to share their thoughts and engage in conversations. They quickly learn the importance of taking time to listen, as well as share their ideas.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children know how to play on their own and are equally happy interacting with others and sharing resources. The childminder encourages children to learn about foods that are good for them and how those that are not so good are saved for treats or special occasions. The childminder provides healthy snacks and ensures that children can always have a drink of water. Parents work in partnership with the childminder, providing nutritionally balanced meals. Plenty of trips to local parks and childcare groups provide further opportunities for children to take part in larger-group activity and develop social interaction with others.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children increase in competence and coordination as they select toys and resources while they play. They learn to communicate confidently as the develop relationships with the childminder and each other. Children discover the wider world as they share books and explore toys that represent other cultures. They learn to play harmoniously with each other. The childminder works closely with staff at other settings children attend, which helps to promote further continuity of care and learning for children.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY482586 Local authority Cambridgeshire Inspection number 999675 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 7 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5

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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 2014 and lives in Trumpington, Cambridge. 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

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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