Childminder in North Northamptonshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 20 August 2015 21 June 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

 Children play in a stimulating learning environment. They spend time meeting with other childminders and children at local groups where they extend their learning further. Children are appropriately challenged through the activities and are making good progress, particularly in readiness for school.  The children benefit from plenty of fresh air each day as much of their time is spent outdoors. They tend the fruit and vegetables they have grown and learn to care for the family's rabbit.  The childminder has a good knowledge of the individual needs of the children in her care. Children are encouraged to share and take turns through play and receive meaningful praise and encouragement. This builds their confidence and self-esteem.  The childminder's knowledge of safeguarding procedures is good. She is fully conversant with the procedures to follow if concerned about a child in her care. Children play safely and happily as potential risks within the home and garden have

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This provision is good

been identified and minimised.  Partnerships with parents are secure. Good communication ensures that each child's changing needs are known and incorporated into their day.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Opportunities for children to develop their interest in print and recognise familiar words and signs in the environment are still evolving. These have not yet had a stronger impact on this aspect of children's learning.

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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 more opportunities for children to develop their literacy skills and interest in the printed word as they begin to recognise familiar words and signs around them.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities taking place in the lounge and garden.  The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector viewed the areas of the premises and garden used for childminding.  The inspector took account of the written views of parents.  The inspector looked at the children's observation and assessment 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 observed the childminder involved in activities with the children and discussed the children's progress and development.

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who attend. This is good

Children are interested, motivated and eager to become involved in the wide variety of activities available to them. The childminder uses her observations and assessments to identify each child's future learning needs and help them to make progress. Children make marks using a variety of pens, pencils and chalks and practise their early writing skills. However, opportunities for them to see print and become familiar with words and signs are not yet established in the learning environment. Children enjoy learning about different cultures and animals around the world. They gather information about the animals, their habitat and use the globe to find where they live. Children use various materials, pens and recycled materials to make their own rainmakers. The childminder values and respects their efforts and achievements and their artwork is proudly displayed within the lounge.

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good

Children play in a comfortable, child-focused environment. Children are supported when they start in the childminder's care, as time is spent gradually getting to know them and their families. The childminder's indepth knowledge of the children's individual requirements enables her to provide care that supports their needs. Behaviour is good. Children play well together and the younger children are supported as they learn to negotiate through play. Children enjoy being active using various pieces of equipment that promote their physical development. Children also enjoy planting and growing different fruits and vegetables and watching as they grow. They help to pick the foods to have with their meals and snacks and also feed the rabbit carrot tops and lettuce leaves. These activities support children's developing understanding of healthy lifestyles.

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provision is good

The childminder is well qualified and actively seeks a wide variety of training courses to extend her knowledge of good quality childcare. The childminder has embraced information gained on a recent course relating to children's physical development. She is proactive in ensuring children spend plenty of time outdoors being active. Safety is addressed well throughout the home and garden and the childminder ensures children are supervised at all times. Parents are made fully aware of the childminder's ethos of care through her detailed policies and procedures. The childminder seeks the views of parents and children about the care she provides and evaluates her own practice to ensure that her provision continually evolves. Parents speak positively of the care and support their children receive. They are delighted with the information provided to them about their child's learning and enjoy the close partnerships they have formed with the childminder.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY439680 Local authority Northamptonshire Inspection number 854021 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 12 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 21 June 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2011. She lives in Wellingborough, Northamptonshire. The childminder operates all year round from 8am until 5.30pm, 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

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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