Childminder in West Northamptonshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 2 April 2015 20 January 2011

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Good 2 How well the early years provision meets the needs of the range of children who attend Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

The setting meets legal requirements for early years settings

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This provision is good

 The quality of teaching is good. The childminder uses information, such as the children's age, ability and emerging interests to plan a good range of learning experiences. In addition, the childminder plans visits into the local community and uses a variety of amenities, such as the library, local woodlands and local attractions to support the children's learning even further.  The childminder supports children with special educational needs and/or disabilities well. She adapts the environment and regularly obtains additional resources, so that all children are included in activities which are tailored to meet their individual learning needs.  The childminder confidently uses sign language to support children's communication development. She uses photographs to help children to make choices about their activities and to show them what happens next. This gives them a sense of security which supports their emotional well-being.

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This provision is good

 Parental partnerships are strong. Parents are very happy with the care their children receive and speak highly of the childminder. Parents describe the difference the childminder has made to their children's learning and development, such as raising their child's self-confidence.  Children are safeguarded because the childminder is fully aware of her responsibilities to protect them from abuse and neglect. She works closely with her co-childminder to successfully minimise risks in her home and garden.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always fully understand how to make best use of the garden to support children's emerging interests in mathematics and literacy.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

 provide children with even more opportunities to build on their good skills in mathematics and literacy, for example, by ensuring that children can see number, the written word and use mark-making resources in the garden.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities in the playroom, dining room, conservatory and the garden.  The inspector spoke with the childminder, co-childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector carried out a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector reviewed children's records, planning information, and a range of documentation, including policies and procedures.  The inspector reviewed evidence of the suitability of the childminder and other adults living within her home.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder recognises that children learn through play and that they have individual learning styles. Children independently follow their own interests and select from a variety of toys and resources. The childminder regularly observes children and works alongside her co-childminder to accurately assess the learning made during play. She regularly updates parents about the progress their children make and gives parents suggestions of how they can support their child's ongoing learning at home. The childminder supports the children's mathematical development well. They talk about addition and subtraction as they sing well know rhymes and songs. The childminder helps children to think critically during play, as she uses 'how', 'why' and 'what' questions. These extend the children's thought and ideas. Children receive consistent praise from the childminder for their efforts. Consequently, they want to do more and enjoy being in her company. These good

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who attend. This is good

teaching strategies effectively support children to develop the skills needed for their next stage of learning, for example, as they move on to school.

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good

The childminder works closely with her co-childminder to provide children with close interactions that foster their emotional well-being. The home is stimulating, with colourful displays showing a range of pictures, numbers and words within the indoor environments. However, the childminder does not yet fully understand how to extend these opportunities into the garden. This means that children who are more receptive to learning outdoors are not as effectively supported to develop their emerging mathematic and literacy skills. Children access the garden daily and are encouraged to be physically active. They enjoy riding bikes, kicking and throwing balls and running freely. Mealtimes are social events where children learn about the foods they eat and confidently talk to their friends. Children are prepared well emotionally for moving on to other early years settings and school. The childminder talks to the children about moving up to school and uses books to

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good

illustrate this. Children learn to make friends and socialise with other adults and children as they regularly attend toddler groups.

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provision is good

The childminder is keen to improve her practice. She keeps herself updated by reading articles and accesses various training courses. This has a positive impact on the care and learning she provides, resulting in the provision of good-quality care and learning. The childminder works with her co-childminder to evaluate the provision on a regular basis. They often seek the views of parents in written surveys. Together, they devise action plans to ensure that changes are made to improve outcomes for the children in their care. The childminder has a clear understanding of how to work with a variety of professionals to ensure that all children make ongoing progress. Parents speak positively of the care provided and feel included in their child's learning. They believe their children have made progress since starting with the childminder.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY412283 Local authority Northamptonshire Inspection number 851276 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 8

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 20 January 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2010 and lives in Ecton Brook, Northampton. She holds a Foundation Degree in Early Years and lives with her husband, who is also a registered childminder. The childminder operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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Telephone number

This inspection was carried out by Ofsted 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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Telephone number

procedures set out in the guidance ‘Complaints procedure: raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted’, which is available from Ofsted’s website: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted. If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk. 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 Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, work-based learning and skills training, 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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Telephone number

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Telephone number

T: 0300 123 4234 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted

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