Childminder in North Northamptonshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 15 February 2017 20 November 2012

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder has worked exceptionally hard to develop her knowledge and skills. She has increased her qualifications and completed a broad range of training which has supported her in addressing the recommendations raised at the last inspection.  Through discussion, the childminder outlines her understanding of the importance of reflecting and evaluating her practice. She explains the value of the contribution of parents, children and other professionals.  The childminder understands the value of sharing information with parents, other providers and professionals. She describes her plans for working in partnership with parents to help them become involved in their children's learning.  The childminder has a very good understanding of how children learn. She explains how she intends to provide children with interesting and challenging activities to promote their learning.  The childminder has a good understanding of how to support children's well-being. She

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The provision meets requirements

describes how she plans to spend time with children in their own homes before they start at the setting, to help them to settle and develop close attachments.  The childminder understands how to manage children's behaviour in a positive manner and the importance of children being able to happily play and learn together.  The childminder describes her ideas to help children develop a healthy lifestyle. She demonstrates that she has considered how to support children to enjoy a range of healthy meals and drinks and provide them with opportunities for exercise and fresh air each day.

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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 deliver the educational programmes for children and undertake observation, assessment and planning.  The inspector discussed the policies and procedures with the childminder and viewed documentation that she will use when caring for children.  The inspector toured the areas of the premises used by children and discussed the equipment and toys available.  The inspector discussed the safeguarding and welfare requirements with the childminder and took into consideration the suitability checks.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY272298 Local authority Northamptonshire Inspection number 1059661 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 registered person

Date of previous inspection 20 November 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2003 and lives in Rockingham, Leicestershire. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 6.

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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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