Childminder in Cambridgeshire

Inspection date 23 July 2019 Previous inspection date 8 September 2015

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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 establishes strong relationships with children. This successfully supports children's emotional development and gives them the confidence to explore the range of activities and resources provided. n Children make good progress in their learning and development. The childminder actively joins in with children's activities and supports them to learn as they play. She plans a wide range of activities that successfully supports children's emerging interests and stages of development. n The childminder completes regular assessments and monitors children's learning and development. This supports her to identify children's achievements and any gaps in their learning. n The childminder develops positive relationships with parents. She communicates effectively and encourages them to share in their children's learning at home. Parents comment positively about the care and learning opportunities provided for their

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This provision is good

children. n The childminder supports children effectively to manage their behaviour. Children learn the importance of sharing and taking turns as they eagerly participate in activities provided. They develop good table manners, are polite and are learning to show kindness towards their peers. n Although the childminder's skills and knowledge are good, she has not considered further ongoing and continued professional development opportunities to drive quality even further. n In her enthusiasm, the childminder does not always challenge children's thinking or give children enough time to think and respond to the questions they are asked.

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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 explore further professional development opportunities that focus more precisely on raising the quality of teaching and children's learning to an outstanding level n give children more time to respond to questions and develop their critical-thinking skills.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

n The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector completed joint observations with the childminder. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder. She looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of all persons living at the premises. n The inspector considered the views of parents by viewing documents completed by them.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The childminder demonstrates an enthusiastic approach to her work. Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder risk assesses the indoor and outdoor areas of her home effectively. She supervises children well. The childminder is aware of the indicators of abuse and knows what procedures to follow if she has any concerns about a child's welfare. This supports her to keep children safe and promote their well-being. The childminder establishes effective relationships with other early years professionals. She shares assessments of children's progress as they prepare to move on to school. The childminder reflects effectively on her practice and consistently seeks the views of parents and children to help her maintain good standards.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder supports younger children's communication well. She engages children in conversation and introduces new words associated to their play. Younger children use paintbrushes to make marks on the paving stones. Older children paint recognisable pictures. They talk about their drawings, smile and demonstrate pride in their achievements. Children persist at their chosen activity. They eagerly wash the tyres on the wheeled toys and explore natural resources in the sensory basket. Older children confidently count the cars as they are rolled down the elevated cardboard tube. The childminder supports younger children to learn how to use scissors. Older children demonstrate growing precision as they cut around different objects and shapes.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder works closely with parents to settle children into her care. She spends time talking to parents about their child's care, known medical needs and stage of development on entry. This supports continuity in children's care and development. Children thoroughly enjoy playing outside in the fresh air. They follow appropriate hygiene practices, such as washing their hands before meals. Mealtimes are a sociable occasion. Children sit with their peers, serve their own fruit and learn to independently cut their bananas. The childminder takes children on regular outings within the local community. They visit country parks, and rhyme-time and story sessions at the library, which successfully broadens their range of experiences. Resources and planned activities are used to help children value each other's similarities and differences.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress from their starting points. They are motivated and eager to learn. This creates a secure foundation for their future learning and eventual move to school. Older children interact confidently with adults. They share experiences and use language to describe what they are doing. Children listen to stories with increasing attention and show an interest in the colourful illustrations. Older children sort objects into different coloured groups.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY396167 Local authority Cambridgeshire Inspection number 10062062 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 - 9 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6 Date of previous inspection 8 September 2015

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2009 and lives in the village of Yaxley, Peterborough. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a qualification at level 3. She provides funded early 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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