Childminder EY462175

Inspection date 30 August 2018 Previous inspection date 4 October 2013

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This inspection: Outstanding 1

Previous inspection: Outstanding 1 Effectiveness of leadership and management Outstanding 1 Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Outstanding 1 Personal development, behaviour and welfare Outstanding 1 Outcomes for children Outstanding 1

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The provision is outstanding

n The childminder has a comprehensive understanding of how children learn through play. Her in-depth knowledge of children's interests and aptitudes helps her and her co- childminder plan precisely for the next steps in children's learning. All children make exceptional progress in their development. n The childminder works closely with parents to build strong and trusting relationships with them. She is adept at involving them in their children's learning, at home and in the childminding setting. n The childminder is extremely experienced and well qualified. She is highly skilled at planning inclusive activities that are easily adaptable to meet the diverse learning needs of the children. n The childminder teaches children about the importance of healthy eating habits. Together, they grow and harvest fresh produce from the garden, such as strawberries, tomatoes and pears. Children help to prepare and serve their snacks, identifying the

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The provision is outstanding

ingredients that are good for them. n The childminder supports children to take acceptable risks in their play. She positively encourages them to test their capabilities as they clamber independently onto play equipment and walk across the balance beams.

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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

n continue to explore even more creative ways to enhance children's outdoor learning.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector looked at the areas of the home used by the children and the resources available to them. n The inspector observed the childminder and their interactions with children to evaluate the quality of teaching and children's learning. n The inspector took account of the views of parents through discussion and written feedback. n The inspector looked at a range of documentation, including evidence of training, the suitability of household members and children's records.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is outstanding

The childminder has a clear understanding of the safeguarding procedures to follow if she has concerns about a child's welfare. She has had considerable prior experience working with vulnerable families, which helps to give her an exceptional knowledge of the signs of child abuse or neglect. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder operates her business efficiently and effectively. She keeps the necessary documents in very good order. Children's learning records are up to date and shared with parents on a daily basis. The childminder strives to enhance her already considerable teaching skills. She is constantly exploring ways to develop new practices, such as looking at different educational methods she can adapt and use. Parents praise her for providing their children with a completely stimulating learning environment.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is outstanding

The childminder enables children to lead their own learning. Flexible routines and superbly organised resources provide children with excellent opportunities to choose their own activities. The childminder is adept at extending children's learning through timely interventions. She has an impressive understanding of when to let children lead their own play and when to offer them help and support. Children demonstrate high levels of independence. They interact confidently with adults and children alike. They excitedly join in group activities, such as listening to a favourite story. The childminder weaves mathematical knowledge into everyday activities. Children make triangle shapes with their fingers and know that the ant is crawling 'round and round'. The childminder rigorously monitors children's development to help her to speedily identify and address any gaps in their learning.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are outstanding

The childminder provides an exceptionally warm and welcoming environment for children. She works closely with parents to help children settle. For example, she offers a home visit so that she can get to know the child in their own environment. Children sleep and rest according to their own needs. The childminder checks sleeping children frequently and gives them affectionate cuddles when they wake up. Children develop their sense of safety as they help to identify possible risks on outings. They walk safely to the park and learn to clamber confidently onto play apparatus. The childminder frequently takes children to local toddler and activity groups, which promote their social skills and readiness for school. The childminder is continuing to explore more ways to promote children's outdoor learning.

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Outcomes for children are outstanding

Children develop all the important skills they need to be ready for the next stage of their learning, including eventual move on to school. Even young children demonstrate an interest in letters and the sounds they make. They identify their names on their water bottles and use a wide variety of materials to make marks. Children learn to operate simple electronic devices, such as pushing buttons on a toy ship to make pirate noises. They play extremely well together and show a high regard for each other's feelings and opinions.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY462175 Local authority Cambridgeshire Inspection number 10068390 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 1 - 2 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3 Date of previous inspection 4 October 2013

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2013 and lives in Cambridge. She works in partnership with another childminder. The childminder operates Tuesday to Friday, all year round, from 8am until 6pm. She provides funded early education places for two-, three- and four-year- old children.

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Registers

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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