Childminder in Cambridgeshire

This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder does not demonstrate a secure understanding of safeguarding. She does not know the correct procedures to follow to report any concerns she may have about a child or in the event of an allegation being made. In addition, the childminder does not have a good knowledge of wider safeguarding issues, such as the 'Prevent' duty guidance. This puts children's welfare at risk. n The childminder does not have a good knowledge and understanding of child development and how children learn. She does not know how to use information to plan experiences that are tailored to meet each child's learning needs. n The childminder does not demonstrate a clear understanding of how to manage children's behaviour in an appropriate way. n The childminder explains how she would make sure children learn about keeping healthy, such as eating well and regular exercise. She follows appropriate hygiene procedures and knows how to help children understand them.

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This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder ensures her premises are safe. Most of the mandatory documents are in place. However, the childminder has not kept a complete record of complaints. n The childminder understands how to work in partnership with parents to maintain consistency in children's care. n The childminder explains that she regularly completes online training courses to keep her knowledge up to date.

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This provision does not meet 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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Due date

improve knowledge and understanding of child protection and the procedures to follow in the event of a concern about a child and allegations against a household member 01/12/2021

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18 October 2021 gain a robust understanding of wider safeguarding issues, including female genital mutilation and the 'Prevent' duty 01/12/2021

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ensure that threats of punishment which could adversely affect a child's well- being are not used 01/12/2021

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keep a record of any complaints received and their outcome. 01/12/2021

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improve knowledge and understanding of child development and how children learn that ensures all children make good progress 01/12/2021

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develop a good understanding of how to use information to plan learning experiences that are tailored to meet each child's needs. 01/12/2021

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY249308 Local authority Cambridgeshire Inspection number 10209420 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

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inspection

Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 19 Date of previous inspection 11 May 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2003 and lives in Brampton, Cambridgeshire. She operates all year, from 7.30am to 6.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3 and works with an assistant. She provides funded early education for two-, three- and four- year-old children.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the childminder received since the COVID- 19 (coronavirus) pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with her and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the childminder. n We carried out this inspection as a result of a risk assessment, following information we received about the provider. n The inspector talked with the childminder about her understanding of the requirements for safeguarding and welfare and learning and development. n The inspector viewed areas of the home used for childminding. She talked with the childminder about resources and equipment used and viewed some of these. n The inspector looked at policies and documents used by the childminder when caring for children and viewed documents relating to evidence of the suitability of household members. n The inspector talked with the childminder about her self-evaluation process and

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how she plans to continue to make improvements.

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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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Inspection activities

18 October 2021 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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