Childminder EY347292

Inspection date 11 June 2019 Previous inspection date 4 July 2016

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a very good understanding of her role and responsibilities. She attends regular training to help her update her skills and to continuously improve her practice. n The childminder demonstrates a secure understanding of safeguarding children and the signs that may indicate they are at risk from harm. She knows the local referral procedures and the action to take to protect children. n The childminder is aware of what children need to learn at various ages and stages of their development. She knows how to plan activities to complement their learning at school and has a range of age-appropriate resources available. n The childminder understands the importance of providing children with a choice of healthy snacks, and regular opportunities for physical exercise and fresh air. n The childminder has all the required documentation in place to help promote children's welfare. She understands the importance of sharing relevant information with parents

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This provision meets requirements

and the local school to ensure continuity in children's care and learning.

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This 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. Inspection activities

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This provision meets requirements

n The inspector viewed the areas of the premises available for use by children and discussed the equipment and toys the childminder plans to use with them. n The inspector discussed policies and procedures with the childminder and viewed documentation that she intends to use when caring for children. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to meet the requirements for the early years foundation stage. n The inspector checked a range of required documentation, including the suitability checks of adults living on the premises and the childminder's training certificates and policies. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to use self-evaluation.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY347292 Local authority Cambridgeshire Inspection number 10062117 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 5 - 9 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 7 Date of previous inspection 4 July 2016

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2007. She operates Monday to Friday from 7.30am until 9am and 3.30pm until 6pm during school term times, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate childcare 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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