Childminder in Cambridgeshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 19 January 2017 13 August 2013

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder demonstrates a secure understanding of how to safeguard children. She has an extensive understanding of possible signs that could indicate that children are at risk of harm. She knows how to take swift action in order to protect children's welfare in the event of a child protection concern.  The childminder demonstrates her understanding of how to promote healthy living for children. She plans to use her experience as a yoga teacher to help them to build strength and stamina. She explains how she intends to provide children with home- cooked meals using organic ingredients.  The childminder is fully aware of the importance of creating strong bonds with children. She plans to visit children in their own home prior to them attending flexible settling-in sessions in her home. The childminder understands how to help children to feel comfortable and confident in her care. She intends to share photographs of their family

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The provision meets requirements

members with them.  The childminder demonstrates a strong commitment to continue to develop her knowledge and skills. She reads professional publications and continues to share good practice with a close network of other childminders. The childminder holds a valid paediatric first-aid qualification.  The childminder understands the importance of working in partnership with parents. She describes appropriate procedures to keep parents fully informed of their children's progress and ideas to support their learning at home. The childminder plans to frequently share relevant information with staff at other provisions that children may attend to help support their continuity in learning.  The childminder explains how she plans to use a range specific teaching skills to meet children's individual learning styles. She understands how to create exciting learning opportunities both in her home and on outings. The childminder spoke about taking

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The provision meets requirements

children to visit a local botanical garden and a zoo to help promote their understanding of the world.

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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 deliver the educational programmes for children and undertake observation, assessment and planning.  The inspector discussed the policies and procedures with the childminder and viewed documentation that she will use when caring for children.  The inspector toured the areas of the premises used by children and discussed the equipment and toys available.  The inspector discussed the safeguarding and welfare requirements with the childminder and checked the evidence of suitability checks of household members.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY440041 Local authority Cambridgeshire Inspection number 1065819 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 5 - 5 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 1

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 13 August 2013

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2012 and lives in Cambridge. She operates all year round from 8am until 6pm, Monday and Tuesday, except 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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