Childminder in Cambridgeshire

Inspection date 22 July 2019 Previous inspection date 2 December 2014

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder is well qualified and experienced. She understands how to help children make good progress in all areas of their learning. She attends training to update her skills and to continuously improve her practice. n The childminder talks about how she will create a relaxed and homely environment where children develop a positive sense of belonging. She knows how to plan activities to complement children's learning at school, and has a range of resources available. n The childminder demonstrates a secure understanding of safeguarding children, and the signs that may indicate they are at risk of harm or neglect. She knows the local referral procedures and the action to take to protect children. n The childminder explains how she plans to offer children daily outdoor play opportunities in her garden or at the local park. She will also support them in understanding the importance of healthy lifestyles, such as eating well and good

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This provision meets requirements

hygiene routines. n The childminder shows a good understanding of the importance of establishing partnerships with parents. She is aware of the benefits of sharing information with them to support consistency 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 of the early years foundation stage. n The inspector checked a range of required documentation, including evidence of suitability for all 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 EY450370 Local authority Cambridgeshire Inspection number 10083543 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 - 0 Total number of places 4 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 2 December 2014

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The childminder registered in 2012 and lives in Ely, Cambridgeshire. She operates from Monday to Friday during term time only, before and after school. 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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