Haden, Kimberley Claire

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, responding positively to the caring, welcoming environment promoted by the childminder. They build secure bonds with the childminder, relishing her company and turning to her for comfort whenever needed. Children mirror the childminder's gentle, caring nature. They play calmly, respecting one another and the resources they are using. With the childminder's sensitive guidance, young children become competent in resolving minor disagreements. Ongoing discussions and sensitive supervision support children in understanding safety. For example, they decide which play equipment to use at the park, thinking about their own capabilities and what feels safe for them.

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The provision is good

The childminder has high expectations and supports children to develop essential skills. Children are confident to try new activities and often challenge themselves as they play. For example, young children rolling a ball to one another increase this to two balls, concentrating as they state the colours of the balls. Children persevere when faced with challenges. For instance, they work hard and persist when dressing dolls. Good daily practice and well-timed discussions aid children in understanding healthy practices. For example, they talk with the childminder about what happens at the dentist and the importance of cleaning their teeth.

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n The childminder is experienced and maintains a genuine enjoyment of her work. She shows her enthusiasm, helping children to enjoy their play and to develop a positive outlook. The childminder completes further training and meets professionally with other childminders to share information and ideas. This aids her in developing her practice and keeping up to date with any changes. n Children make good progress and are well prepared when they move on to nursery or school. The childminder uses her experience and formal guidance to help her understand children's development and to plan what they need to learn next. She offers children a wide selection of play opportunities that aid them in taking the next steps in their learning. The childminder frequently reviews children's progress, addressing any weaker areas so that no child falls behind. n The childminder talks clearly with children and makes good use of opportunities

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need to do better?

to build on their language and communication skills. For example, when children play with a ball, the childminder introduces the concept of 'juggling' and children go on to talk about going to the circus. Older children confidently initiate discussions, often talking with the childminder about recent events and family members. n Children enjoy many opportunities that support them in developing their physical skills. For instance, they wave coloured scarves, making large, circular movements to 'make a rainbow'. They develop their smaller hand muscles as

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23 April 2025 they select small model eggs, concentrating as they fit these into egg boxes. n Children are developing a growing enjoyment of books and reading. They choose from a wide range, often selecting books associated with their favourite characters. Children often become absorbed in reference books, for example learning about the changing seasons and national celebrations. n The regular use of local facilities, such as nearby walks, the park and a music group, support children in understanding and feeling part of their community. Their participation in events, such as a village Easter trail, offers opportunities to look in more detail at national and international celebrations and beliefs. n Children thoroughly enjoy their interactions with the childminder and these are generally of a very good quality. For example, when children sing a favourite action rhyme, the childminder offers them further resources that encourage

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them to sing additional rhymes. However, on occasion, the childminder does not fully extend children's play and learning to the optimum. n Parents speak highly of the childminder, noting her 'dedication, warmth and professionalism'. They highlight how much their children develop while with her, particularly in self-confidence and language skills. The childminder communicates well with parents. She offers information about activities and practical guidance about building on children's development at home.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

There is an open and positive culture around safeguarding that puts children's interests first.

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should:

n build on the opportunities that support children in extending their play and learning to the optimum.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY400260 Local authority Cambridgeshire Inspection number 10380872 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

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inspection

Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 14 Date of previous inspection 27 June 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2009 and lives in Longstanton, Cambridgeshire. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate childcare qualification at level 3. She provides government funded early years education for all eligible children.

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Inspection activities

n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure these are safe and suitable. n The inspector observed activities and assessed the impact these have on children's learning. She talked with the childminder about how the early years provision is organised. n The childminder and inspector reviewed an activity together. n The childminder showed the inspector a range of relevant documentation. n The inspector talked with children at appropriate times throughout the inspection. She also looked at written comments from parents and considered their views.

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Inspection activities

23 April 2025 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

23 April 2025 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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