Childminder in North Northamptonshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 14 April 2016 Not applicable

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder demonstrates through discussion that she is aware of the Early Years Foundation Stage learning and development and assessment requirements. She identifies guidance documents that she plans to consult to aid her in ensuring that children are challenged successfully, so that they make progress.  The childminder successfully minimises risks in her home. She demonstrates a sound knowledge of what would cause her concern for a child's welfare and of her responsibilities to protect children from abuse and neglect.  The childminder describes resources and activities that she will use to meet the needs of children at different stages of development.  In discussion, the childminder explains how she ensures that children are made aware of expectations for behaviour. She discusses how she will use praise and encouragement to reinforce positive behaviour and to boost children's sense of self-

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The provision meets requirements

esteem.  Documentation provided for parents to initially complete includes information about their child's care needs and about what the child already knows and can do. The childminder understands the value of working in partnership with parents.  Details on the service provided for parents and children are included in a range of policies and procedures.  The childminder obtains information from early years websites to keep up to date with government requirements. She receives emails from the local authority about early years initiatives. The childminder keeps her safeguarding and first-aid knowledge current.

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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 discussed with the childminder how she intends to support children's play and learning.  The inspector looked at evidence of the childminder's qualifications and training and checked evidence of the suitability of all adults in the household.  The inspector checked all areas that will be used by children. She spoke with the childminder throughout the inspection.  The inspector looked at policies and procedures and a range of other documentation.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY442953 Local authority Northamptonshire Inspection number 883801 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 2012 and lives in Wellingborough. She holds an early years qualification at level 3. The childminder operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, 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

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Telephone number

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