Childminder in West Northamptonshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 13 October 2016 10 May 2013

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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 carries out regular observations of children. She assesses children's abilities and checks their progress so that she is able to identify and close any gaps in their learning. Children make good progress as they benefit from the childminder's effective teaching.  Partnerships with parents are well established. Parents contribute information about what children know and can do and are aware of the activities children take part in so they can extend their learning at home.  Children have regular opportunities to develop their early writing skills and understanding of mathematical concepts, such as quantity and size. This supports them to gain key skills for when they start school.  The childminder is a positive role model. As a result, children know exactly what is expected of them and behave well. They cooperate well with each other and encourage each other to share and take turns.

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This provision is good

 Partnership working is effective. The childminder regularly liaises with the local school to share information regarding individual children's needs. Children are provided with continuity in their learning.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not fully consider ways of raising children's awareness of differences between people in society. She provides some toys and books that reflect diversity but does not fully promote children's broader understanding of different cultures and traditions.  Children's learning is not always meticulously planned for using everything the childminder knows about their emerging interests.

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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

 extend the opportunities for children to gain a greater awareness of similarities and differences in society and an understanding of different people and cultures in the wider world  strengthen the planning for children's learning to focus more sharply on individual children's emerging interests.

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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 at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector looked at records of children's learning and a selection of policies and other records.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of all household members and the childminder's self-evaluation form.  The inspector observed an activity and jointly evaluated this with the childminder.  The inspector took account of responses from parents in written documentation.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder is dedicated and demonstrates a good understanding of her role in supporting children's development and well-being. She is well qualified and uses her knowledge to review the quality of her teaching. The childminder reflects on how successful activities have been and what children have learnt. Her own professional development is important to her and she attends training whenever possible. This contributes effectively to the good level of care and teaching she can offer children in her setting. The childminder carries out assessments, such as the progress check for children between the ages of two and three years, and shares these with parents. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder is well informed about child protection procedures and knows who to contact should she have a safeguarding concern. Clear risk assessments are carried out for the premises and when children go on outings.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder has a secure knowledge of how children learn through play. She provides a range of learning opportunities and children are confident to investigate resources and activities. The childminder provides experiences for children that spark their curiosity. For example, children explore the conkers and leaves using magnifiers and search for pretend spiders and mini-beasts amongst them. Children are introduced to mathematical concepts, such as big and little, when comparing different-sized leaves. They use their senses and enjoy exploring different ways they can be creative with paint. The childminder involves children in many conversations. She takes an interest in what they have to say, which encourages further discussions.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are cared for in a welcoming and homely environment. Children feel safe and secure and move around the childminder's home with confidence. The childminder is calm, caring and forms secure emotional attachments with children. She develops their self- confidence and supports their well-being effectively. Parents take the lead in providing meals. However, the childminder encourages children to have a positive attitude to healthy living and promotes healthy eating. She makes good use of parks and nature areas to promote children's physical development and understanding of the world. Children thoroughly enjoy exploring the different areas and using more challenging equipment.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are working well within their developmental levels and are making good progress. Their independence is developing well and they are increasingly able to manage self-care tasks. They learn how to wash their hands by themselves and put on their own shoes prior to going outside to play. Children are beginning to develop the skills they need to help prepare them for the next stage in their learning, including their move to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY317993 Local authority Northamptonshire Inspection number 1064810 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2005 and lives in Northampton. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3. The childminder receives funding for free early years education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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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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