Childminder EY452810

Inspection date 26 September 2018 Previous inspection date 3 April 2014

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a good understanding of safeguarding. She attends training to enable her to have the most current knowledge and information on local safeguarding procedures. The childminder is aware of how to report any concerns relating to children's safety. n The childminder understands the importance of regularly evaluating her practice to maintain the quality of her childcare. She also understands how to enable children to give their views and ideas on matters affecting them. n The childminder recognises the importance of working in partnership with parents and keeping them well informed of their children's progress. She knows how to work closely with other settings children attend to help to promote continuity in children's learning. n The childminder knows how to help children develop healthy lifestyles, for example, by providing balanced, nutritious meals and regular exercise outdoors. n The childminder describes how she plans activities to help support children to make

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good progress. She is aware of how to cover all areas of learning through play and planned activities. n The childminder knows how to help children to develop good behaviour and respect for others. One way she does this is by enabling children to think of ways they can help and support each other.

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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 spoke with the childminder about her understanding of the requirements of the early years foundation stage. n The inspector viewed the areas of the house and garden that are used for childminding and also some of the childminder's resources. n The inspector looked at the evidence of the suitability of adults who live on the premises. n The inspector discussed the procedures the childminder has in place to help her to

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safeguard children and viewed her written safeguarding policy. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she works in partnership with parents and how she reflects on and evaluates her practice.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY452810 Local authority Cambridgeshire Inspection number 10068848 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 4 - 12 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 15 Date of previous inspection 3 April 2014

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The childminder registered in 2012 and lives in Histon, Cambridge. She operates during term time only from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday. The childminder holds an early years qualification at level 3.

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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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