Childminder in Cambridgeshire

Inspection date 25 June 2019 Previous inspection date 28 January 2016

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Good 2 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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This provision is good

n The childminder demonstrates a genuine enthusiasm for her work and is very well organised. She offers an inviting play and learning environment. Children have interesting, enjoyable days as they take part in activities or go on exciting outings. n The childminder is a very good role model. She encourages good behaviour and has a sensitive and caring nature. The childminder has clear, age-appropriate boundaries and expectations in place, and children behave very well. They are encouraged to share, take turns and have good manners. n Children are supervised closely, which helps to minimise hazards and keep them safe. The childminder has detailed policies and procedures in place to underpin her very good practice. She checks her home and garden, and considers safety for any outings. Children learn how to evacuate the house safely in the event of a fire. n Children delight in playing in the childminder's large garden, where they are free to

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This provision is good

play, investigate, imagine and learn. There are wonderful opportunities for them to explore the natural world. For example, they mix 'potions' using sand, stones and coloured water in the mud kitchen. They thoroughly enjoy making fairy gardens. They water their plants and watch them grow. n Parents are very complimentary about the childminder's provision. They say that their children are welcomed into a friendly and caring environment. They are very happy with the wonderful care and support the childminder provides, and would highly recommend her to other families. n The childminder does not consistently make effective use of the information she gathers about what children already know and can do when they start. n The childminder does not routinely take into account the views of parents and children in order to help her identify areas to improve even further.

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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 gather more detailed information from parents about what their children already know and can do when they start, and use this information to establish accurate starting points from which to monitor children's progress n increase opportunities for parents and children to regularly contribute their opinions to help improve and develop the setting further.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

n The inspector had a tour of the premises and viewed the areas used by the children. n The inspector observed the children interacting with the childminder. n The inspector discussed children's learning and development with the childminder. n The inspector held a number of discussions with the childminder. She looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household. n The inspector took account of the views of parents through reading written feedback provided.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a very good awareness of child protection issues. She knows the procedures to follow should she have a concern about a child in her care. The detailed safeguarding policy is regularly updated to ensure all information is current and relevant. The childminder has attended training recently to help ensure she is fully aware of her duty to prevent children from being drawn into extreme views. Children's progress is monitored effectively to help identify areas of development where they may need further support. Regular discussion with parents helps them to be well informed about their children's ongoing learning. They are offered guidance on how they can support their children's learning at home.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder observes children as they play. She provides them with purposeful and challenging activities that help them to make good progress in their learning. For example, she helps children to develop their counting and number recognition through exciting games and activities. Children use positional language, such as 'top' and 'bottom', as they roll their cars down a tube. The childminder plays alongside them, showing interest in what children have to say and encouraging them to use language confidently. She reads children's favourite stories, which helps to support their early literacy skills. Children take part in a range of activities that supports their early writing skills. For example, they enjoy making marks with large chalks on the garden path. They develop an exceptionally good understanding of the natural world and growth and development. For example, they plant seeds and discuss the life cycle of the frog.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder talks to children in a calm and respectful manner. She uses praise effectively to boost their confidence and self-esteem. Children demonstrate that they feel safe and secure in her care. They approach her with confidence and behave extremely well. Children have good opportunities to develop their social skills and mix with others. For example, they enjoy 'story time' at the library and regularly attend toddler groups. Children manage their packed lunches well, supporting their independence. The childminder understands young children's need for a rest or sleep during the day. Children accompany the childminder on the school run and become familiar with the school environment and teachers.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children thoroughly enjoy their time with the childminder. They benefit from the positive interactions, encouragement and support that they receive from her. Young children are eager to investigate the very good range of toys and resources available inside and outside. They build on their physical development well, such as holding a pencil with good control. Children learn about weighing and measuring when they take part in cooking activities. They share, take turns and play cooperatively together. Children make good progress in all aspects of their learning and development. The childminder effectively helps them to develop the skills and attitudes they need for their future learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY375663 Local authority Cambridgeshire Inspection number 10062119 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 - 11 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 14 Date of previous inspection 28 January 2016

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2004. She operates from all year round from 7.30am to 5.45pm, Monday to Friday, except for family holidays and bank holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3. She provides funded early years education for 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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Registers

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