Childminder in Cambridgeshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 15 December 2016 5 December 2012

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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 pays good attention to her continuing professional development. She extends her teaching skills to help her interact and support children to develop their independence and self-esteem.  Children enjoy tasting food from around the world and sharing what they think about this with each other and the childminder. The childminder supports them to develop their understanding about food that helps them to grow strong and that which they keep for treats.  The childminder provides interesting activities and learning experiences that enthuse and engage children. She plans safe environments, providing children with resources that they can explore safely.  The childminder has formed strong partnerships with parents. She regularly discusses children's progress with them. She also provides parents with information and resources to support children's learning at home.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 On occasion, the childminder steps in too quickly during children's activities to redirect their learning. She does not allow them sufficient time to persevere at tasks and work things out for themselves.  The childminder does not always make the most effective use of her assessments to focus precisely on what children need to do next, in order to help them to make even better progress.

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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

 support children more effectively as they develop their skills in perseverance and independent learning  make more effective use of assessments to focus precisely on what children need to do next, in order to help them to make even better progress.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities 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 direct views and opinions of parents sent to her by email and reviewed letters and cards sent to the childminder.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder regularly updates her training and shares changes to her procedures with parents. She is vigilant in making sure that children only come into contact with suitable adults, supervising them closely while on outings. She understands how to report concerns to the relevant agencies, in order to protect children's welfare. The childminder monitors most aspects of her practice extremely well. She checks attendance and accident records to identify any possible areas of concern. The childminder develops purposeful relationships with adults at other settings children attend. This enables her to remain aware of learning children acquire when they are not in her care. The childminder values the views of parents and children. She listens and takes action to adapt her service, wherever possible, to meet changing needs.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder uses very good strategies to engage children in their learning. Children make very good progress and build securely on what they know and can do. They develop good communication skills and increase their understanding of the wider world through activities, such as local outings, reading books and exploring resources. The childminder questions children and finds out about their most recent interests, providing them with activities that engage them fully. Children have fun as they learn new skills and prepare for their eventual move on to school. The childminder encourages parents to share information about their child's ongoing learning and development at home. The information she obtains is used well to identify future plans that continue to motivate and provide children with a wide range of learning experiences.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children's behaviour is very good. They quickly learn to respect each other's differences as the childminder teaches them about alternative customs and routines. The childminder has high expectations in relation to acceptable behaviour and supports children effectively to develop good manners. Children ask to be excused from the table when they have finished eating or drinking and they learn to share toys well. Children laugh and play very well together and show concern for each other. For example, when a younger child says they are using blue play dough, when it is yellow, older children explain gently and with genuine worry on their face what the colour is. Children enjoy regular opportunities to play outside every day. They explore the local environment, including parks and local toddler groups. The childminder organises activities that enable children to develop their hand-to- eye coordination and control over their growing muscles.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children enjoy singing and dancing. They make choices about the music they want to hear, developing their negotiating skills and sharing their knowledge with confidence. Children move safely, avoiding each other, equipment and furniture. Children are confident and competent communicators. They join in conversations, following the recognised protocols of taking turns to listen and speak. Children show a real enthusiasm to learn, asking the childminder questions and sharing their ideas.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY446818 Local authority Cambridgeshire Inspection number 1060217 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 16

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 5 December 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2012 and lives in Cottenham. She operates all year round from 7.30am until 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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