Childminder in West Northamptonshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 2 April 2015 2 February 2012

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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

 Teaching is consistently good and children acquire the necessary skills and attitudes to prepare them for their move to school. For example, the childminder effectively supports children's communication and language skills. He engages children in conversation, models language clearly and introduces new words to extend their vocabulary.  The childminder effectively promotes the children's emotional well-being. He provides children with a warm and interesting environment that is safe and secure for them to explore. Children demonstrate good levels of confidence and self-esteem as they move freely around the childminder's home.  The childminder completes the progress check for children between the ages of two and three years and shares this with parents. This means that if needed, the childminder is able to access support for children to ensure that any gaps in their learning and development are suitably targeted.

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This provision is good

 Partnerships with parents and other professionals are well established. A consistent two-way flow of information means that children are effectively supported in their learning and development and make good progress based on their starting points.  The childminder demonstrates a very good knowledge and understanding of how to safeguard children in his care. Robust policies and procedures are in place to effectively support his practice. The childminder is aware of the actions to take if an allegation is made against himself or a member of his family.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Processes used to evaluate and further develop the childminder's good teaching skills are not yet fully effective.

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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

 consider inviting other early years providers, such as the co-childminder, to observe practice and use their feedback to enhance the already good teaching methods.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities in the playroom, dining room, conservatory and outdoor learning environment.  The inspector spoke with the childminder, co-childminder and the children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector carried out a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector looked at the 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 his home.

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who attend. This is good

Children make good progress in their learning and development. The well-qualified childminder offers children a good balance of adult-led and child-initiated activities based on the identified next steps in their learning. Children are motivated to learn and enjoy being in his company. Children learn to take turns and follow instructions as they cook Easter treats. The childminder skilfully questions the children to evaluate their understanding as to why chocolate begins to melt in their hands. He supports their critical- thinking skills by giving them time to think, process their ideas and respond. Children's mathematical skills are fostered as they make estimations and compare size. These good teaching methods supports the children's developing knowledge and skills in readiness for school. The childminder provides parents with a constant flow of information about their child's progress and achievements. He regularly gives examples of their learning by

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who attend. This is good

annotating photographs of children at play. Parents are very happy with the care provided and express their gratitude to the childminders in 'thank-you' cards.

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good

Children are warmly welcomed into the nurturing environment. The childminder and his co-childminder are very knowledgeable about individual children. They tailor their learning and care arrangements to ensure that the children's well-being is met at all times. Children demonstrate how they feel secure as they confidently to speak with visitors. They give examples of the activities they like to do, such as being creative and being outside. Children make good friendships and play well together. The childminder promotes children's emotional well-being very well. He talks to the children about their forthcoming holidays and about relatives coming to stay. The childminder manages the children's behaviour very well. Children listen to what he has to say and they respond appropriately. The childminder promotes the children's health and well-being effectively. They have frequent access to fresh air and have daily opportunities to be physically active. The

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good

childminder uses a variety of local amenities to support children's learning and development, such as the library, local woodlands and soft-play centres.

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provision is good

The childminder has a good understanding of the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. He has recently reviewed the safeguarding policy that underpins his good practice. The childminder works closely with his co-childminder to make regular observations of children during play and assess their progress. Additional support is sought quickly when required. The childminder attends training courses to keep himself updated. Frequent discussions are held with his co-childminder to monitor the quality of provision. This has a positive impact on the care and learning provided. However, the childminder has not considered the benefits of using other early year providers, such as the co-childminder to observe and feedback on his practice as an additional way of building on his already good teaching skills.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY431740 Local authority Northamptonshire Inspection number 853244 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 2 February 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2011 and lives in Ecton Brook, Northampton. He holds a relevant childcare qualification at level 3 and lives with his wife, 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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