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Early years · Childminder inspection (EIF, requirements met)

Childminder EY273370

Inspected 22 Jun 2018 · URN EY273370

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  • Inspection date verified

    22 Jun 2018

  • Inspectors verified

    Julie Meredith-Jenkins

  • Early years verified

    Good

  • Overall effectiveness verified

    Met

  • Previous overall verified

    Good

  • Name on report verified

    Childminder Report

  • URN verified

    EY273370

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  • OverallMet
  • Early yearsGood

90% of comparable inspections in the last three years were graded Met (3,163 inspections).

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−33Criticalmore positive than 9% of reports of this type graded Met
OutstandingGoodMetRINot metInadequate

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Praisepositivesafesecure
Criticismat riskconcernsharm

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FindingsWhat needs to improveAbout the inspection positive critical
  • Findings9w0
  • What needs to improve266w−33

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No standout praise found.

Concerns

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No strong criticism found.

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Pages
4
Words of findings
270
shorter than usual (typical 350)
Reading level
Fairly hard
Flesch 52, typical 47
Average sentence
14 words
Next steps
8
typical 8
Hedged sentences
0%
“some”, “not always”, “most”…

Where the words go

Findings 1%What needs to improve 36%About the inspection 63%

Full report text

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 22 June 2018 11 December 2014

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder knows the procedures she must follow to report any concerns she has about children's welfare. She knows the signs that indicate a child may be at risk of harm. She understands how to create a safe and secure environment for children.  The childminder understands the importance of working in partnership with parents. She plans to share information with parents about children's development and work closely with them to provide continuity in children's learning and care.  The childminder keeps her knowledge up to date and completes research and training. She updates her policies and procedures to reflect current guidance and legislation. She values parents' feedback to help her to evaluate the effectiveness of what she provides.  The childminder understands how children learn. She plans to observe children as they play, to assess their capabilities and interests. She intends to use this information to

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The provision meets requirements

plan challenging opportunities for children to promote their further development.  The childminder knows how to promote children's positive behaviour. She plans to praise children for their achievements, to support their confidence and self-esteem.

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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 had a tour of 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 took into consideration the suitability checks.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY273370 Local authority Cambridgeshire Inspection number 1104143 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 4 - 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 11 December 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2003 and lives in Cambridge. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3.

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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

procedures set out in the guidance ‘Complaints procedure: raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted’, which is available from Ofsted’s website: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted. If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk. achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, work-based learning and skills training, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children’s services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

T: 0300 123 4234 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted

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