Childminder in West Northamptonshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 24 November 2015 12 January 2012

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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

 The childminder has formed warm, close bonds with the children in her care. She regularly shows affection towards them and quickly responds to their emotional needs.  The childminder makes good use of the outdoors and especially her large garden. She provides a good range of activities that supports children's interests and provides fun learning opportunities. Children are very happy in the childminder's care.  Partnerships with parents and other providers are well established. The childminder communicates with them and shares written information about children's individual learning and development.  Children's good behaviour is reinforced by positive praise from the childminder. They are helped to understand the importance of being kind and respectful of one another.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Self-evaluation procedures take account of some parents' views. However, the questionnaire provided for parents does not inspire a fully considered response about the provision. Some questions asked require only a yes or no answer.  Some sensory play opportunities for babies are not fully promoted. The childminder does not consistently provide a wide range of different objects and materials for them to explore and investigate.

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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

 enhance the self-evaluation process with regard to encouraging a more considered response from parents about different aspects of the provision  increase opportunities for babies to explore and use a wider range of different objects and materials, to enhance their sensory development.

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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 spoke with the childminder and the children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as the childminder's qualification and training certificates, and evidence of the suitability of adults living in the childminder's home.  The inspector took account of the written views of parents.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder is knowledgeable about the signs and symptoms of abuse and neglect. She is clear about her responsibilities with regard to following reporting procedures. The childminder completes suitability checks. She has identified training to further improve her skills and knowledge for supporting children's safety. The childminder reflects on her own practice and keeps abreast of changes in childcare through reading recent publications. Written information provided by parents suggests they are happy with the service the childminder provides.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder holds a level 3 qualification and has many years' experience in supporting children's learning and development. She knows the children in her care well and uses this knowledge to provide challenging and enjoyable experiences. The childminder encourages the children to lead their own learning and choose what they would like to play with. She also supports them to make choices between playing indoors or outside. Children enjoy playing with mobile phones and are learning how to say hello and bye bye. They are also beginning to learn to climb in and out of small cars and negotiate space. The childminder observes children's individual learning and assesses what they know and can do. She then uses this information to plan effectively for their next steps in learning.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder has a very sensitive and caring approach towards the children in her care. She meets their needs when they are tired or upset with a cuddle. Children settle very well and are confident and comfortable in the childminder's home. She promotes a healthy lifestyle. A variety of nutritionally valuable snacks are provided and there are daily opportunities for physical exercise. Children are helped to learn good hygiene practices. They wash their hands at appropriate times throughout the day. The childminder checks her home every day to ensure it is safe and she reminds children about keeping themselves safe.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress in all areas of their development. Any gaps in children's individual progress are identified and effectively planned for. Children are learning to build relationships with other adults and children of a similar age. The childminder takes the children to local groups.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY428787 Local authority Northamptonshire Inspection number 852914 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Age range of children 1 - 9 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 12 January 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2011. She lives in the village of Byfield, near Daventry in Northamptonshire. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3.

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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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