Childminder EY501341

Inspection date 12 September 2018 Previous inspection date Not applicable

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Not applicable Effectiveness of leadership and management Good 2 Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2 Personal development, behaviour and welfare Good 2 Outcomes for children Good 2

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The provision is good

n The childminder has very effective settling-in processes. Children quickly develop secure and trusting relationships with him and his assistant. They demonstrate they are happy and feel safe. n Children have excellent opportunities to learn about their local community. They visit botanical gardens, learn about dinosaurs at the museum and attend a wide range of community groups. n The childminder is conscientious about helping children to lead healthy lifestyles. Children enjoy daily exercise and learn the importance of good hygiene routines. n The childminder and his assistant form an effective team. They provide parents with an efficient service and help each other to reflect on their practice and improve the outcomes for children. n The childminder carries out regular observations of children's achievements. He knows children well and plans activities that capture their interest. Children have fun and

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It is not yet outstanding because:

n In his enthusiasm, the childminder does not always give children enough time to think about and process answers to his questions or to express their own ideas.

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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 give children more time to consider questions, formulate their answers and express their ideas.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector observed the childminder, his assistant and the children as they interacted together. She walked to the park and spoke with them during the inspection. n The inspector evaluated a specific activity with the childminder to assess the quality of teaching and children's learning. She looked at the childminder's written self- evaluation. n The inspector took into account the views of parents through written feedback. n The inspector looked at relevant documents, including children's records and evidence of the suitability of the household members. n The inspector looked at areas of the home used by the children and the resources available to them.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The childminder is keen to develop his knowledge and skills. He undertakes training and engages in professional discussions with other practitioners. This helps him to maintain the quality of his childminding provision. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder and his assistant have a good understanding of the possible signs of child abuse. They know the procedures to follow if there are concerns about a child's welfare. The childminder carries out effective risk assessments of the home and garden to ensure children play safely. He and his assistant are vigilant on outings and teach children essential rules, such as how to cross roads safely. Parents speak warmly about the childminder. They say he offers a good balance between care and professionalism.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder provides children with a broad range of enjoyable learning experiences. Children love to play in the park. They pick up leaves and twigs to examine later and pretend to be stomping dinosaurs. The childminder is playful with children. He engages them in hide-and-seek and makes them laugh as he pretends to be a monster. The childminder and his assistant place a good emphasis on developing children's language skills. They model correct grammar and teach children new words, such as, 'sticky' and 'squishy'. Children learn to use their senses as they explore different materials, such as jelly and shaving foam. The childminder keeps parents well-informed about their children's experiences. He shares children's photographs, observations and assessments and encourages parents to comment about children's learning at home.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder has a calm and patient demeanour that children respond to well. Children show they are fond of the childminder and his assistant and enjoy being with them. The childminder promotes children's confidence and self-esteem well. For example, as older children cut up their fruit, he gently encourages them and provides positive praise. The childminder responds promptly to children's care needs. He gives them reassuring cuddles and makes sure they rest and sleep when they need to.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children develop inquisitive natures. They explore the natural world with confidence and gain a good understanding of other cultures, languages and lifestyles. Children become independent and capable individuals. They undertake practical tasks, such as putting on outdoor clothing, with assurance. Older children demonstrate an interest in making marks as, for example, they draw lines in flour and water with leaves and twigs. Children make good progress from their starting points and are well-prepared for the next stage of their learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY501341 Local authority Cambridgeshire Inspection number 10067366 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 0 - 2 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2016 and lives in Cambridge. He works with an assistant. The childminder operates from Monday to Friday, all year round, with the exception of bank and family holidays. Session times are 7.30am to 6pm. The childminder offers funded early education places to two-, three- and four-year-old children. He holds a relevant childcare qualification at level 2.

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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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