Childminder EY446839

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 15 December 2016 16 November 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 promotes children's language and communication skills well. She constantly talks to children about what they are doing and routinely introduces them to new words and phrases. She asks questions and encourages children to share their ideas and thoughts.  Children demonstrate that they are becoming independent learners. They listen carefully to the childminder and follow instructions well. Older children particularly enjoy carrying out small tasks and are developing good self-care skills.  The childminder forms close bonds with the children and is very responsive to their needs. She offers children close support and gives them lots of attention. This helps children to settle quickly and gain confidence in their surroundings.  The childminder takes into account the views of parents and children when reviewing her practice. She clearly identifies her strengths and any areas for improvement. This

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This provision is good

helps her to continuously develop the quality of the service she offers and supports her to raise good outcomes for children.  Parents are actively involved in their children's learning. The childminder obtains detailed information from parents when children first start about their interests and prior achievements. She talks with parents on a daily basis and shares regular progress reports with them.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Occasionally, the childminder is so focused on her own ideas that she misses opportunities to extend children's learning.  The childminder has not fully developed her programme of professional development to raise the quality of her teaching to outstanding.

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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

 allow children more time and opportunities to explore, follow and share their own ideas in their play and learning  plan a targeted programme of professional development that is aimed at raising the overall quality of teaching and practice to the highest level.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities in the childminder's home and spoke with the childminder and children at suitable points throughout the inspection.  The inspector jointly observed and discussed with the childminder the teaching and learning activities provided.  The inspector looked at children's assessment records, planning documentation and a range of other records, policies and procedures.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability and qualifications of the childminder and the household.  The inspector talked with the childminder about her self-evaluation and improvement plans and took into account the views of parents from statements and documentation provided by the childminder for the inspection.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder maintains a safe home and ensures risks to children are minimised on outings. She implements a range of policies and procedures that underpins and strengthens her practice. The childminder is aware of the signs and symptoms of possible abuse and understands the procedure of reporting any concerns promptly. She keeps detailed records on any accidents and ensures that children receive the right care and attention. The childminder attends regular training to keep her child protection and first-aid knowledge up to date. The childminder implements effective procedures for assessing and evaluating children's progress. This allows her to see how children develop over time and this helps her to address any gaps in their learning in a timely manner.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The quality of teaching is good. The childminder plans activities that are interesting and that motivate children's learning. They enjoy making 'reindeer food' and excitably explore a range of ingredients as they mix them together. They talk about what reindeer look like and discuss if they have antlers or horns. The childminder shares a story about reindeer with the children. Children have in-depth discussions about what they think will happen. These conversations help to extend children's thinking and develop their knowledge and understanding of the world around them. The childminder routinely introduces mathematical language into the discussions. For example, she encourages the children to count as they spoon the 'reindeer food' into bags.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children thoroughly enjoy spending time with the childminder. They build strong and meaningful friendships with each other. Children behave well and show concern when others are upset. The childminder praises children for their achievements. This contributes to their self-confidence and good self-esteem. The childminder makes effective use of opportunities to visit local groups to support children's social skills. Children make choices in their play. They learn how to identify and manage risk. For example, they learn how to use scissors safely. Children enjoy physical exercise and being outside in the fresh air. They regularly walk through the woods on their way to school and are eager to tell visitors about the squirrels they see climbing the trees.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are confident and capable learners. They make good progress in their learning and are well prepared for their move on to school. Children spend extended periods of time engaged in activities. Older children are starting to recognise familiar letters and are interested in writing their names. Younger children are developing good language and communication skills. They enjoy making sounds and joining in conversation.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY446839 Local authority Northamptonshire Inspection number 1060219 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 16 November 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2012 and lives in Grange Park area of Northampton. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. She provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 2.

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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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