Childminder in Cambridgeshire

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder offers a welcoming and safe environment. She has a wide range of superb resources that are appropriate for all ages of children. The childminder explains how she intends to plan activities to support children's learning. She knows how to use observation and assessment to track children's progress. The childminder understands the importance of preparing children for the next stage in their learning, including their move on to school. n The childminder has a clear understanding of how to safeguard children and how to seek advice and support if she has a concern. She has recently attended training to enhance her knowledge of child protection. The childminder confidently discusses wider safeguarding issues, such as children's access to social media. She understands how to assess and minimise risks in her home, and on outings, to help keep children safe. n The childminder describes how she will manage children's behaviour in a positive

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way. She provides clear boundaries and explanations, so children know what is expected of them. The childminder encourages children to share, take turns and show consideration to others. She understands the importance of supporting children to manage their feelings and emotions. n The childminder knows how to support healthy lifestyles and children's physical well-being. She explains how she will promote children's understanding of healthy eating and good personal hygiene practices, including how to care for their teeth. Children will also have regular opportunities to be active outside in the fresh air. n The childminder understands the importance of working in partnership with parents and other professionals. She describes how she will get to know the children and their families very well. The childminder plans to regularly share information about children's progress with parents and help them to support

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children's learning at home. n The childminder reflects on the quality of her practice to identify areas for further development. She ensures that all mandatory training is in place. The childminder has also accessed several additional courses to help enhance her provision. She regularly meets other childminders to share good practice.

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This provision meets requirements

There were no children in the early years age range 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 early years 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 EY557837 Local authority Cambridgeshire Inspection number 10190479 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 5 Number of children on roll 3 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2018 and lives in Huntingdon. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder provides funded early years 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 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the childminder. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how she ensures they are safe and suitable. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder about how she intends to deliver the educational programme for children. n Documentation, including suitability checks for members of the household, insurance and first-aid certificates, were looked at. n The inspector reviewed with the childminder how she will safeguard children and how she will evaluate her provision to strive for continuous improvement.

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Inspection activities

29 July 2022 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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29 July 2022 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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