Bengoechea Janette Elizabeth

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 15 July 2015 8 February 2010

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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 childminder demonstrates a good understanding of how the children learn and becomes involved in their play. She successfully builds on the children's interests as they play and ensures activities are challenging and fun. Consequently, children are developing the skills and capacity to learn in preparation for pre-school and school.  The childminder plans a good range of outings which effectively broadens children's range of experiences and developing knowledge. They explore and collect natural objects in the forest, feed animals at the farm and regularly visit the library.  The childminder supervises children well and ensures their safety within her home and on outings. She has a good understanding of the signs of abuse and neglect, and knows which agency to report any concerns to. Therefore, she is able to keep children safe.  The childminder has established effective partnerships with parents and other settings

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This provision is good

that care for children, including the school. This means there is a consistent approach to children's emotional well-being, and their learning and development.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always challenge children's creativity and ideas during colouring and collage activities. As a result, learning opportunities are not maximised at these times.

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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 range of materials and enable children to independently create their own pictures during colouring and collage activities, in order to enhance children's enjoyment and creativity.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities and routines in the indoor areas.  The inspector spoke to the childminder throughout the observations and spent time interacting with children.  The inspector looked at children's records, planning documentation and a range of other documentation, including policies and procedures.  The inspector reviewed evidence of suitably of the childminder and other adults living within her home.  The inspector took account of the views of parents spoken to on the day and from documentation completed by them.

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who attend. This is good

Children are making good progress in their learning and development in relation to their starting points. The childminder effectively adjusts her teaching techniques to support the differing ages and stages of development of children attending. Older children are encouraged to solve problems as they fit the hopscotch pieces together and to think about what number comes next. Furthermore, the childminder demonstrates how to hop and jump onto the squares, holding the hands of younger children to enable them to participate. The childminder successfully uses her teaching experience to develop children's language skills. She corrects young children's developing vocabulary sensitively and naturally introduces new words, such as spinning and bubbles as they play. Older children confidently use language to describe recent events, such as trips to the funfair and shopping centre. Children enjoying colouring and creative art activities. However, very

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who attend. This is good

occasionally the childminder makes decisions for the children about where they should colour and stick the materials. As a result, children are not always able to fully express their own ideas and creativity.

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good

Children enjoy the childminder's company and play confidently around her home and garden. They form friendships with other children and adults during visits to local toddler groups. The childminder is a good role model, with a calm nature that children respond to positively. Children behave well, develop good manners and are learning to share and take their turn. They benefit from regular access to the outdoors for fresh air and exercise. For example, children splash in muddy puddles in the forest, chase bubbles and use more challenging apparatus at the park. As a result, children's physical development is well promoted. Children are encouraged to do practical tasks for themselves, such as putting on their shoes and feeding themselves, which contributes towards the development of their independence for school.

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provision is good

The childminder displays a commitment to her childminding practice. She regularly attends training to enhance her knowledge and skills. This includes ensuring her child protection training and paediatric first-aid certificate is up to date. These skills are reflected in the quality of the care and learning provided. The childminder effectively uses self-evaluation to ensure continuous improvement. This includes seeking the views of parents. In addition, the childminder has effective methods in place to observe, assess and monitor children's achievements, including any gaps in their development. This ensures all children receive appropriate interventions and support at an early age. Parents comment positively about the service provided.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 221091 Local authority Northamptonshire Inspection number 865911 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 13 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 12

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 8 February 2010

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 1996 and lives in the East Hunsbury area of Northampton. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except 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

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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