Childminder EY421777

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 22 March 2018 14 June 2017

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Requires Improvement

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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 is committed to improvement. He has taken effective steps to address the areas raised for improvement at his last inspection. For example, he has completed paediatric first-aid training. This helps to ensure that he is able to meet children's emergency health needs.  The childminder demonstrates trusting relationships with parents. He keeps them informed about their children's day. Written testimonials demonstrate the high regard parents have for the childminder, who they describe as 'reliable, sensitive and caring'.  The childminder carefully monitors the progress of the children. He identifies any emerging gaps in their learning so that appropriate interventions can be implemented.  The childminder knows the children well. He talks confidently about their likes, dislikes and interests.  Children's move from home to the childminding setting is managed well. The childminder tailors settling-in visits to the individual needs of each child and their

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This provision is good

family. The childminder visits the children in their own homes, where they can get to know him in a familiar environment.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not fully support those children who learn best from playing outside to develop their literacy skills.  The childminder does not consistently support children's developing awareness of the importance of good hygiene practices.

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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

 focus more closely on supporting the early reading and writing skills of children who prefer to learn in the outdoor environment  reinforce children's growing awareness of the importance of good hygiene practices more consistently.

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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 at appropriate times throughout the inspection. She observed a planned activity and jointly evaluated this with the childminder.  The inspector discussed children's learning with the childminder and looked at a selection of policies and other records.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of all household members and the qualifications of the childminder. She also discussed the childminder's self-evaluation.  The inspector took account of written testimonials from parents.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder organises and manages his provision well. He regularly meets with other early years providers. This assists him in sharing ideas about good practice and keeping up to date with current legislation. Following his last inspection, he has revised how information about children's learning is shared with parents. This has proved helpful to encourage parents to remain involved, both in the childminding setting and at home. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a good awareness of the indicators of abuse and knows how to report child protection concerns. He has researched the latest legislation with regard to how to recognise when children or families are being drawn into extreme views or behaviours. He knows how to manage concerns about this.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder provides a varied and interesting range of toys and resources that is appropriate for the age of the children attending. Toys and resources are stored to enable children to select for themselves, promoting their independence and confidence. The childminder plans activities that support children's learning and build on what they already know. He responds well to the short concentration span of younger children, readily introducing new activities in response to their changing interests. The childminder supports children's speech and communication skills well. He chats to them as they play and introduces new vocabulary. For example, when children are playing with farm animal toys the childminder introduces and encourages children to repeat the names of the animals.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children's emotional well-being is supported well. They are happy, settled and enjoy their time in this welcoming setting. The childminder establishes close emotional attachments with the children and they readily go to him to share their play. Children develop a good sense of belonging. The childminder builds their confidence and self-esteem, giving meaningful praise for good behaviour and individual efforts. He is a good role model. He effectively supports children's developing awareness of managing their own emotions and behaviour. Children readily share resources, take turns and consider the feelings of others. Consistent ground rules are followed, which help children to know what is expected of them. Children have daily opportunities for exercise and fresh air. This helps to promote their physical well-being.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children develop the key skills needed for the next stage of their learning, such as moving on to nursery or school. They are confident and motivated learners who readily lead their own play. Even very young children develop independence in their self-care skills, readily attempting to put on their own shoes and coat before going outside. Children enjoy looking at books and sit with the childminder to look at them. They readily count when prompted, such as the number of animals in the illustrations.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY421777 Local authority Cambridgeshire Inspection number 1110376 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 14 June 2017

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2011 and lives in Cambridge. He operates all year round from 8am to 6pm from 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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