Childminder in West Northamptonshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 20 July 2015 1 March 2011

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This inspection: Inadequate 4

Previous inspection: Good 2 How well the early years provision meets the needs of the range of children who attend Requires improvement The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children Inadequate 4

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This inspection: Inadequate 4

The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision Inadequate 4

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This inspection: Inadequate 4

The setting does not meet legal requirements for early years settings

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This provision is inadequate

 The childminder has not fully considered the wider impact of allowing children to use their own information technology equipment in her setting. This is with particular regard to children taking photographs.  Children are not supported to develop a clear understanding of their own safety and managing risks when using technology and equipment.  There are fewer opportunities for children to develop their interest in print and recognise familiar words and signs in the environment.  Self-evaluation is not fully effective in identifying key strengths and weaknesses in order to enable the continuous improvement of the provision.

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It has the following strengths

 Relationships between the childminder and children are secure. The childminder encourages children's communication skills, extending their language and thought processes through conversation and the questions that she asks them.  Children's care needs are known and met. The childminder gathers detailed information from parents about their children's individual needs and successfully incorporates them into their day.  Children enjoy a variety of activities that encourage their learning indoors and outside. Toys are plentiful and well maintained.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To meet the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage the provider must:

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

 develop knowledge and understanding of the broader aspects of safeguarding in relation to the use of mobile phones, cameras and technology equipment within the setting  ensure that children are supported in learning about safety and managing risks for themselves, particularly when using information technology equipment.

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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

 extend the opportunities for children to see print in the environment and recognise familiar words and signs  set rigorous action plans to ensure that legal requirements are well known and effectively implemented to ensure the safety and well-being of the children.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To meet the requirements of the Childcare Register the provider must:

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

 keep and implement a written statement of the procedure to be followed for the protection of children, intended to safeguard the children being cared for from abuse and neglect (compulsory part of the Childcare Register)  keep and implement a written statement of the procedure to be followed for the protection of children, intended to safeguard the children being cared for from abuse and neglect (voluntary part of the Childcare Register).

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities taking place in the conservatory and garden.  The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspection viewed the areas of the premises and garden used for childminding.  The inspector took account of the written views of the parents.  The inspector looked at the children's observation and assessments records, the register of attendance and children's records.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of all members of the household, the childminder's qualifications and her self-evaluation and improvement plan.  The inspector completed an observation of an activity undertaken by the childminder and discussed how children's learning was supported.

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who attend. This requires improvement

The childminder provides a variety of activities covering the areas of learning that maintain children's interest. They access a wide variety of resources that are good quality, well maintained and stored at a low level to enable children to access them easily. The childminder has a clear understanding of children's learning and development and plans activities that meet their individual learning needs. The childminder encourages children's communication and language skills, asking questions to encourage them to recall past events and consolidate what they already know. Children make marks and practise their early writing skills using pens, pencils and chalks. However, opportunities for them to notice print in the environment as they become familiar with words and signs are not yet promoted. Children develop their fine motor skills. They manipulate the home-made dough, rolling it and making different patterns using various cutters. The childminder

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who attend. This requires improvement

encourages the children to identify the different shapes they make and children practise their cutting skills using scissors to cut the dough. Children use electronic equipment and bring their own tablet computers into the setting to play different games. While the children enjoy and skilfully complete the games, the childminder does not always monitor their further use of this equipment. Children are not reminded about using these items in a safe and secure manner.

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inadequate

The childminder does not fully understand the implications to children's welfare when children use hand-held devices that include a camera. This does not ensure children's confidentiality and safety. Children are welcomed in the childminder's home and develop close relationships and emotional attachments to the childminder. They settle well as time is spent getting to know them through a gradual introduction into her home. Children's physical health is promoted as they spend lots of time in the fresh air, being active. They learn about the importance of good hygiene routines. Children behave well as they play together, take turns and share the toys. Children receive lots of praise and encouragement from the childminder, which contributes towards building their confidence and self- esteem.

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provision is inadequate

The childminder does not have a secure understanding of the wider aspects of safeguarding children. She is aware of the requirement to ensure that mobile phones and cameras are not used within her home. However, she has not implemented this effectively with regard to older children and their eagerness to share their enjoyment and achievements by taking pictures of each other. While there is no suggestion that these pictures are used inappropriately, the childminder's poor understanding means that parents and children have not been made aware of the potential risks. She is, however, aware of the procedures to follow should she have any concerns about the welfare of a child in her care. Other hazards and risks to children are identified and minimised through her daily risk assessments of the premises. The childminder regularly meets with other childminders to share practice issues. She has updated her first-aid training since her last

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provision is inadequate

inspection and is aware of the appropriate action to take in the event of a child having a minor accident. The childminder encourages parents to share their views and comments about the service she provides. However, the childminder has not used reflection of her provision to ensure that policies, procedures and practice are effectively implemented or identify clear professional development to improve practice.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 221190 Local authority Northamptonshire Inspection number 865918 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 12 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 1 March 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1999. She lives in Duston, Northampton, Northamptonshire. The childminder operates all year round from 7am until 6.15pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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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

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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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