Childminder EY313973

Inspection date 19 September 2018 Previous inspection date 11 March 2015

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n The childminder demonstrates her understanding of how to safeguard children. She recognises the possible signs that indicate children are at risk of harm. The childminder knows the procedure to take swift action to protect children's welfare in the event of a child protection concern. n The experienced childminder is aware of the importance of creating strong bonds with children and their parents. She plans to work with parents to agree arrangements to support children to settle in and feel comfortable when they first begin attending. n The childminder explains how she plans to use a range of teaching skills to offer an inclusive service and meet children's individual learning styles. She understands how to create stimulating and challenging learning opportunities in her home and plans to make the most of the local environment to support children to make good progress. n The childminder plans to regularly reflect on her practice, seeking the views of parents

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and children. She understands the importance of keeping parents fully informed of their children's progress and ideas to extend learning at home.

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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. Inspection activities n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for children and undertake observation, assessment and planning. n The inspector discussed the policies and procedures with the childminder and viewed documentation that she will use when caring for children. n The inspector discussed the safeguarding and welfare requirements with the

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childminder and checked the evidence of suitability of the childminder. n The inspector viewed the areas of the premises and garden that the childminder intends to use for childminding and discussed the equipment and toys she will make available.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY313973 Local authority Cambridgeshire Inspection number 10059804 Type of provision Childminder

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Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 0 - 0 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 11 March 2015

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The childminder registered in 2005 and lives in Cambridge. She operates all year round from 8.30am until 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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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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