Childminder in North Northamptonshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 28 July 2017 Not applicable

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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 demonstrates a strong commitment to promoting a good service and this has a positive impact on the learning experiences she provides. She successfully monitors children's progress. She takes account of the way children prefer to learn and plans activities based on their interests so that they make good progress.  The childminder is a good role model and children behave well in her care. They learn to respect the differences between themselves and treat each other with respect and consideration.  Children form strong attachments with the childminder. She provides a relaxed and homely environment where children settle quickly and feel safe and secure in her care.  Children are actively encouraged to have a go at doing things themselves. The childminder gives lots of praise and encouragement to boost their self-esteem and celebrates their achievements with them.  The childminder supervises the children well. She regularly checks her home and

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This provision is good

garden to ensure children are not exposed to potential hazards.  The childminder works closely with parents and other childcare settings that the children attend. She regularly shares information about children's care and learning.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always find out as much as possible from parents about what children already know and can do when they first start attending.  The childminder does not always make the most of opportunities to develop children's understanding of the importance of healthy eating.

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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

 gain more detailed information from parents about children's prior achievements when they first start, to help tailor children's learning from the outset of the placement  build on opportunities to help children to develop a better understanding of how good dietary practice can have a positive impact on their health.

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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 took account of the views of parents from feedback provided by the childminder.  The inspector held a number of discussions with the childminder. She looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household.  The inspector completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder regularly refreshes her safeguarding training. She has a good knowledge of child protection procedures and knows where to obtain support should she have any concerns. The childminder is committed to her ongoing professional development. For example, she plans to increase her knowledge of child development by undertaking her level 3 training. She regularly meets with other childminders to discuss new ideas and share good practice. The childminder reflects on her practice to identify her strengths and weaknesses. She uses feedback from parents and children to support this procedure and to maintain her continued improvement.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder follows children's play and enhances their learning. For example, when children show an interest in books, the childminder sits down with them to read stories. She engages children in meaningful conversations and uses their interest in the story to introduce them to new words and extend their thinking. She encourages the children to think of different words to describe what the characters in the story look like. Children enjoy singing nursery rhymes. The childminder models the actions to the songs and encourages the children to follow her. She uses songs and rhymes to help promote children's mathematical awareness. For example, children count to 10 and represent numbers using their fingers as they sing.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are happy and settled in the childminder's care. The environment is organised well. Children are provided with opportunities to select resources and make decisions about their own play. The childminder encourages children to learn good manners and teaches children about the importance of good hygienic practices. The childminder provides children with healthy snacks and encourages them to feed themselves. Children benefit from regular exercise and fresh air as part of their daily routine. The childminder plans regular outings within the local community. Children enjoy visits to parks and weekly stay-and-play groups. These experiences support children to develop their social skills and support them to make new friendships. Children love spending time playing outside. They thoroughly enjoy investigating and exploring a range of resources. Younger children enjoy testing out their physical and coordination skills. For example, they play balls games and

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

propel ride-on cars with their feet, successfully negotiate any obstacles in the garden.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress from their starting points and older children are well prepared for their move on to school. Younger children are confident and active learners. They explore the environment and remain focused in their play. Children learn about nature and how to care for living things. For example, they show great interest in finding a snail in the garden and decide where to move it to, to keep it safe from harm.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY485981 Local authority Northamptonshire Inspection number 1007668 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2015 and lives in the village of Wollaston Northamptonshire. The childminder operates all year round from 7.30am to 6.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a qualification at level 2. She provides funded early 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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