Childminder EY549028

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands how to report concerns relating to a child's welfare. She has completed child protection training to help her identify specific signs of abuse. The childminder recognises how to minimise potential risks. She demonstrates, through discussion, how she would teach children about road safety. n Through discussion, the childminder demonstrates her knowledge of how young children play and learn. She talks about organising varied activities that enable children to build on their skills. n The childminder understands the value of nutrition. She describes how she ensures children have a variety of healthy snack options and plenty of fresh drinking water. In addition, she speaks about organising daily opportunities for children to increase their physical development at a local park. The childminder knows that these activities enable children to increase their balancing skills and stamina.

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has the required documentation in place to support the smooth management of her provision. She talks about how she would share policies with parents and obtain necessary information to support their children. n The childminder identifies how she will organise her home to provide plenty of space for children to relax and play inside and in the enclosed rear garden. n The childminder has a positive approach to managing behaviour. She understands that children will have different experiences when they arrive at her setting. She describes how she will provide a consistent and inclusive approach for children and their families. n The childminder illustrates, through discussion, the importance of developing partnerships with parents and others.

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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.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY549028 Local authority Cambridgeshire Inspection number 10133678 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 6 to 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2017. She lives in Lower Cambourne, Cambridgeshire. The childminder operates term time only, Monday to Friday, from 7.30am to 9am and from 3.30pm to 6pm.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she meets the requirements of the 'Statutory framework for the early years foundation stage'. n The inspector viewed the areas of the childminder's home and garden available for minded children to use. n The inspector reviewed documents, including the suitability checks of all persons over 16 years of age living in the childminder's home. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she organises and provides suitable play opportunities for children. n The inspector discussed how the childminder will protect children from harm and talked about the toys and equipment available.

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Inspection activities

We carried out this inspection 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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7 January 2020 7 January 2020 regulates and inspects to achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, further education and skills, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children's services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

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