Childminder in West Northamptonshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 8 September 2015 20 July 2011

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This inspection: Good 2

Effectiveness of the leadership and management Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

Personal development, behaviour and welfare Good 2

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This provision is good

 Teaching is consistently good. The childminder provides children with a range of learning experiences which challenge and motivate them to learn. All children make ongoing progress in their learning and development and are prepared well for their next stage in learning, such as school.  Effective practices encourage parents to become fully involved in their child's learning. The childminder offers parents ideas and suggestions of how they can support their children at home. She regularly shares all documentation with parents, informing them of the progress their children make.  The childminder understands the benefits of working in partnership with others. Consistency of care and learning is assured as effective procedures to share and gather information are in place.  The childminder skilfully talks to children which motivate them to try to copy her. Toddlers are developing a good understanding of language. When requested, toddlers

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This provision is good

point eagerly to different parts of their body and enjoy the praise from the childminder for their efforts.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder's programme of professional development does not yet clearly focus on extending skills in specific aspects of teaching and learning.  Children who prefer to be outdoors are not yet provided with regular opportunities to draw, make marks or understand that print has meaning.

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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

 strengthen the programme of professional development to focus more precisely on extending skills in specific areas of teaching and learning  provide children, particularly those who prefer to be outdoors, with even more opportunities to build on making marks and discovering writing for a purpose.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector completed a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector looked at a selection of policies, procedures and children's records.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability and qualifications of the childminder and evidence to confirm the suitability of all adults living on the premises.  The inspector took account of parental opinion through written feedback provided.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder is fully aware of her responsibility to teach and protect children. The arrangements for safeguarding arrangements are effective. A good range of policies and procedures support the childminder's practice. The childminder is committed to rising good outcomes for children. She keeps herself updated by reading articles, sharing best practices with other childminders and attending some training workshops. However, the childminder identifies that she has not yet fully implemented a targeted, ambitious training programme to improve her teaching to a higher level. Self-evaluation practices are effective. The views of children and parents are sought through regular discussions and questionnaires. These are used to establish a clear plan for improvement.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder undertakes regular observations and assessments of children's progress during play. Additional support is offered where required to ensure that children make ongoing progress. The childminder skilfully involves herself in children's play at appropriate times. Young children thoroughly enjoy taking part in daily routines, such as mealtimes. They independently feed themselves and try new foods. Children develop good mathematical skills. Young children enjoy emptying bowls of fresh fruit during snack and are encouraged to count as they put it back. The childminder uses daily routines to teach simple concepts, such as, full, empty, big and small. Children develop good literacy skills. They enjoy looking at a wide range of books that reflect the diversity of the local community. Inside children are able to access a good range of resources to draw and make marks. However, there are fewer opportunities for children to build upon this

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

developing interest when out and about in the childminder's garden.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children build strong relationships with the childminder. Young children use this relationship to explore their surroundings. They seek out the childminder for emotional support when they feel insure. Children confidently choose items of interest and become independent learners. Toddlers concentrate for long periods considering their ages, as they try to fit shapes in trays. Children learn what appropriate behaviour is as the childminder offers gentle reminders, clear explanations and consistent praise when children do well. Healthy lifestyles are fostered well. Toddlers are encouraged to wash their hands before mealtimes and after toileting. Children enjoy being physically active outdoors. They climb, ride bikes and run freely in the local parks. Children are developing an understanding of diversity within their communities. The childminder displays a range of photographs of children who she cares for and their families.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress. Toddlers are very motivated to take part and learn more. Children develop a good range of skills that help them to be ready for school. They learn the importance of being respectful towards each other and their possessions. Children enjoy playing group games. They learn how to take turns and share resources.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY421783 Local authority Northamptonshire Inspection number 852256 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Age range of children 0 - 12 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 10

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 20 July 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2011 and lives in Northampton. She operates all year round from 7am to 7pm, 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

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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