Childminder EY357366

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 6 October 2017 16 May 2013

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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 monitors children's learning well. She records meaningful observations of children and uses this information effectively to assess their progress. Next steps in learning are well planned.  Children benefit from a good standard of teaching. The childminder plans regular activities that captures children's interest and supports their learning appropriately. Equally, the childminder joins children in their freely chosen play and enhances their experiences through timely and skilful interventions.  Children's sense of well-being and their emotional development is promoted effectively during routine care activities. Interruptions to children's play is minimised and they are able to help with tasks, such as finding their own changing mat. Good hygiene practices are promoted by the childminder and this helps children to learn about how to develop healthy lifestyles.  The childminder has effective partnerships with parents. She ensures they are fully

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This provision is good

informed of children's daily activities and the progress they make. Parents appreciate how independent their children have become in the childminder's care.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 At times, children's concentration is reduced by distractions, such as the television.  Although there is a wealth of toys and resources available, the organisation of the home means children are not always aware of what they can choose from.

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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 opportunities for children to make independent choices from the range of toys and resources  provide an environment that enables children to become deeply involved in their activities.

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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 spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector jointly evaluated an activity with the childminder.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household.  The inspector took account of the views of parents through written feedback provided.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder knows how to identify children who are at risk of harm and who to report her concerns to. She has undertaken training to ensure that she is fully informed of recent changes to legislation. Policies are in place and support the work of the childminder well. The childminder understands the importance of continually reflecting on her own practice and finding ways to improve outcomes for children. Current projects, such as making further improvements to the garden, are firmly focused on children's interests and enhancing their experiences. The childminder undertakes training to improve her knowledge and skills whenever possible.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children feel quite at home and particularly enjoy focused activities that are carefully planned by the childminder. Their imaginations are captured as they play a game of what's in the box, and show great curiosity about a collection of toy spiders inside. Children join in enthusiastically with the familiar story about the creatures and repeat the different words and sounds they hear. Babies are keen to take part. They watch their older friends with interest and are eager to examine and investigate everything they can reach. They show a great determination to practise moving around independently. Children have plenty of opportunities to discover activities outdoors in the garden. They propel themselves along on pedal cars and learn to steer themselves carefully around. This helps children to begin to consider their own safety, and that of their friends, from an early age. Children enjoy digging in the soil and learning about growing vegetables.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder ensures she gains as much information as possible about children's care needs before they start. This helps children to swiftly become accustomed to their new surroundings and routines. Children show that they feel secure in the childminder's home. For example, those needing a sleep settle down quickly. Children and babies are happy and play well together. When needed, gentle reminders from the childminder help them to be considerate and kind to one another. Toys are plentiful, good quality and support children's development appropriately. The childminder provides nutritious meals and further supports children's good health by ensuring they have plenty of fresh air and exercise.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are learning to be independent according to their ages and stages of development. They follow instructions and are keen to investigate and learn. Children are beginning to show an interest in making marks, and like nothing better than to snuggle up and listen to stories. Children make good progress from their starting points and are gaining the skills needed for their next stage in learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY357366 Local authority Cambridgeshire Inspection number 1065007 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 13 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2007 and lives in Elm, Cambridgeshire. She operates all year round from 7.30am until 6.30pm, 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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