Childminder EY478876

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 15 February 2016 Not applicable

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder understands the importance of safeguarding children. She demonstrates a sound knowledge of her responsibilities to protect the welfare of the children in her care.  The childminder has clear procedures in place to reduce hazards within her home and on outings to ensure children remain safe. She holds public liability insurance and has a current first-aid certificate. She explains how she would promote children's well-being in the event of minor accidents.  The childminder understands the importance of creating a welcoming and stimulating environment for the children. She has a wide range of accessible resources and a garden for the children to play and learn outside.  The childminder demonstrates her understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage learning and development requirements. She explains how she will plan appropriate, challenging activities to support children's individual needs, interests and stage of

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The provision meets requirements

development.  The childminder understands the importance of working in partnership with children's parents and other providers or agencies who are involved with them. She understands that this supports continuity in children's welfare and development.  The childminder describes how she will use the local community to help children learn about the world around them. She intends to visit the library, country parks and toddler groups.  The childminder understands the importance of providing clear boundaries, so that children know what is expected of them both in the home and when they are out in the local community.

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The provision meets requirements

There were no children present when this inspection took place. The findings in this report are based on evidence gathered from discussions with those who care for the children and an inspection of the premises, equipment and relevant documentation. Where there are no children present, no judgement is made on the quality of the early years provision as there is no reliable evidence on which to assess its impact on children. The report states whether the provider continues to meet the requirements of registration.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector spoke to the childminder throughout the inspection. She checked essential documentation, including policies and procedures and the childminder's training certificates.  The inspector looked at the areas of the home that would be used for childminding and discussed the resources available.  The inspector spoke with the childminder about how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for children.  The inspector checked evidence of suitability of all members of the household and discussed self-evaluation.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY478876 Local authority Northamptonshire Inspection number 981013 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 0 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2014 and lives in the Abington are of Northampton. 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

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

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Telephone number

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