Childminder in Cambridgeshire

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands the importance of providing a curriculum that supports children's individual interests and stages of development. She is particularly focused on children becoming socially confident and good communicators and on helping them to value nature and the world around them. n The childminder explains the kinds of activities and learning opportunities she provides across the seven areas of learning. She talks about how she monitors children's progress and involves parents in supporting their children's ongoing learning. n The childminder recognises the significance of children being able to get along with each other and manage their own feelings and behaviours. She explains how she supports children to learn to share, take turns and respect each other. n The childminder is aware of the importance of helping children to understand the value of leading a healthy lifestyle, for instance, by taking part in physical

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activities. She provides information to parents to support them to provide healthy packed lunches for their children. n The childminder shows a good understanding of her role and responsibility to safeguard children. She is clear about the signs that might indicate that a child is at risk of harm. She knows how to report these concerns to the appropriate agencies. The childminder is clear about the procedure to follow should an allegation be made against herself or a member of her family. n The childminder understands the importance of ongoing risk assessments to ensure children are safe when on activities away from her home. She explains how she supports children to learn to cross roads safely and to watch for traffic. n The childminder acknowledges the value of ongoing professional development. She reads professional publications and gets regular safeguarding updates from her local authority. The childminder completes online courses to extend her skills

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and knowledge. She maintains a current first-aid certificate.

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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 2554233 Local authority Cambridgeshire Inspection number 10239481 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 6 Number of children on roll 1 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2020 and lives in Comberton, Cambridgeshire. She operates during state school holidays, 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a relevant childcare qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector discussed any continued impact of the COVID-19 pandemic with the provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure they are safe and suitable. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder about children's learning and development, and the safeguarding and welfare requirements. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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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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