Childminder in Peterborough

Overall effectiveness Good

The quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Good

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The provision is good

Children are happy and settled in this welcoming setting. The childminder encourages children to be curious and to share their ideas. They are quick to play in the garden and hunt for spiders. The childminder builds on children's interests and helps them find other insects. Children practise and develop good physical skills as they use the climbing frame, slide and bars. Children are encouraged to take risks and challenge themselves while in a safe environment. The childminder helps children to manage their own safety. She reminds them to hold the bars when standing at the top of the slide, so they do not fall.

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The provision is good

Children confidently chat to the childminder as they play. They receive lots of encouragement to try things for themselves. They persevere as they blow bubbles with bubble mixture. Children clap with delight when they are successful. The childminder is a good role model and offers gentle reminders for positive behaviour. Children develop their self-esteem and confidence through the regular praise that the childminder gives. Their behaviour is good. They know what is expected of them and listen and respond positively to the childminder. For example, children follow instructions well, such as sitting in their chairs before eating snack.

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need to do better?

n The childminder knows the children well. She plans activities that the children enjoy doing. The childminder understands that children benefit from repetition to help with their learning. For example, she repeatedly helps children to complete a favourite jigsaw. They demonstrate that they have learned and remembered where each jigsaw piece goes. Children smile as the childminder praises them, and they enjoy showing their skills. n Children show good levels of attention as they play. The childminder supports children's developing speech, such as by naming objects and repeating back what children say clearly. Children hear new words as they play. For example, when the pen rolls under the paper, the childminder says it has 'disappeared' and is 'hiding'. This helps children to develop their own vocabulary. n The childminder uses opportunities throughout the day to incorporate numbers into children's play. Children begin to practise their counting skills as they

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choose coloured rings to drop into a large grid. The childminder counts each car as children play with them. This helps children to develop positive attitudes towards mathematical learning. n The childminder helps children to do things for themselves. Children know they need to wash their hands before having a snack. The childminder understands that it is important for children to lead a healthy lifestyle. She works with parents to ensure that children can try new foods. Children learn to feed

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17 May 2023 themselves. They develop their self-care skills. n The childminder takes children out into the community to build their confidence in new situations. Children visit playgroups to mix with other children and develop their social skills. They go to 'soft play' to extend their physical strength on the equipment. They visit local shops to develop their understanding of the world. n Children are learning to appreciate what makes them and others unique. The childminder helps them to celebrate different religious festivals and learn about the importance of values like tolerance and respect for one another. n The childminder understands the benefits of children receiving consistency in their care and learning. She works in partnership with other providers where children also attend. They regularly exchange information on the children's learning and well-being. When children move on to their next stage of

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education, the childminder also shares information to help with a smooth transition. n The childminder shares information with the parents. She has daily conversations with parents and shares messages and photos of the children having fun. n The childminder reflects on her practice to make improvements. For example, she is considering how to introduce more growing into the garden. She completes mandatory training, such as paediatric first aid. She shares ideas with other childminders to help broaden her knowledge. However, she does not target professional development opportunities to help raise the quality of education to an even higher level.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder understands her responsibility to keep children safe. She routinely checks her home and garden to ensure that they are kept free from hazards. The childminder thinks about the ages and capabilities of children when planning activities. She is clear on the signs and symptoms that might indicate a child may be at risk of harm. The childminder knows the correct procedure to follow if she has concerns about a child. She is aware of the signs to look out for if a child is being radicalised. She has a clear procedure in place if allegations are made against her.

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should:

n build on professional development opportunities to enhance teaching skills over time.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 257035 Local authority Peterborough Inspection number 10264063 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 3 Date of previous inspection 22 May 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1992 and lives in Peterborough. She operates all year round, from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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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 childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the childminder. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure it is safe and suitable. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about children's learning and development, with a particular focus on communication and language. n The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact that this was having on children's learning. n The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and children. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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Inspection activities

17 May 2023 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

17 May 2023 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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