Childminder EY372913

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 15 June 2016 29 November 2012

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder has addressed the actions and recommendations raised at the last inspection. She demonstrates a good understanding of the learning and development requirements of the early years foundation stage. The childminder has developed her knowledge of how to use observations of children's achievements to assess their development and to plan for their next steps in learning.  The childminder recognises the value in developing strong partnerships with parents. She outlined her intention to carry out home visits for all children starting at her setting. This will assist her in gaining information about what children know and can do, understanding what their interests are and becoming familiar with their personal care routines.  The childminder has a secure knowledge of child protection procedures. She understands how to assess the risks to children's safety and knows the action to take if concerned about their welfare.

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The provision meets requirements

 Reflecting on her practice is recognised by the childminder as an important aspect of identifying areas for development. She discusses how she seeks and responds to the views of parents and children to bring about improvements to the quality of her service.  The childminder obtains information from early years websites to keep up to date with government requirements.  Children's well-being is effectively supported. The childminder understands how to help children to feel safe and secure and to develop independence skills while in her care.  The childminder recognises the need to manage children's behaviour in a positive way. She talks about the ways she would encourage them to play cooperatively together and to show respect and tolerance towards each other.  The childminder understands the need to provide children with a good selection of resources that they can access independently.

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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 checked areas of the childminder's home to be used when caring for children.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to support children's play and learning.  The inspector looked at policies, procedures and documents the childminder will use when caring for children.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability and qualifications of the childminder and talked about her self-evaluation and improvement plans.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY372913 Local authority Northamptonshire Inspection number 1036901 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 7 - 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 29 November 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2008 and lives in Northampton. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a childcare 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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