Childminder EY343155

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 12 January 2018 16 July 2014

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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 is hard-working and dedicated. She reflects continually on her provision to develop and improve her practice. Since the last inspection, she has had a log cabin built in the garden so that children have a dedicated space in which to play and learn.  Parents are very happy with the standard of care which the childminder provides for children. They feel that their children are happy, safe and well cared for while they are with the childminder.  Children play happily in the bright, well-resourced and excellently presented play area. The childminder provides a wide range of interesting activities for children to enjoy.  The childminder completes regular observations of children's play. She uses these to make precise assessments of where children are in their learning and development.  Children develop warm and affectionate relationships with the childminder. She is kind and caring, and supports their emotional well-being. She encourages children to be

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This provision is good

independent and to do things for themselves.  Children make good progress in their learning while they are with the childminder. Older children learn to write their name and count confidently. Babies take their first steps, and babble and gesture to communicate with those around them.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder has not yet fully explored ways to further her professional development and extend her knowledge and teaching skills to a higher level.

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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

 explore more opportunities for continuous professional development to help improve teaching skills further and enhance children's learning and outcomes.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector viewed the areas of the home and garden used for childminding purposes.  The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector jointly evaluated an activity with the childminder.  The inspector took account of the views of parents by reading written testimonials.  The inspector looked at a range of documents, including evidence of the suitability of adults living on the premises.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder ensures she meets all requirements of the early years foundation stage. She understands the need to notify Ofsted of any significant event, or change in health of herself or family member. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder completes regular training to ensure that her safeguarding knowledge remains current and up to date. She is able to confidently identify any signs or symptoms of abuse and knows who to contact if there is a concern. The childminder uses a range of suitable policies and procedures to underpin her good practice. She carefully monitors children's attendance and ensures that any accidents are logged appropriately and shared with parents. The childminder tracks children's progress carefully to ensure that children do not fall behind in their development.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children explore a sensory activity that the childminder has prepared for them. Older children recognise familiar letters, such as those that make up their name. The childminder helps them to sound out the letters to form their name. Younger children enjoy discovering dinosaurs and transport the letters between containers. The childminder recognises that the activity is slightly out of reach for some younger children, so she moves it onto the floor. Babies crawl into the tray and thoroughly enjoy investigating the interesting contents. Children benefit from plenty of time in the well-resourced outdoor space. They also enjoy regular trips to local parks and woodland, as well as outings to toddler groups and cafes. This supports them to get to know their local community and helps them to build good social skills, ready for school.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children feel at home with the experienced and caring childminder. She provides a warm and welcoming environment where children feel loved and valued. The childminder gives children lots of praise and encouragement. They feel proud of their achievements and are confident to try out new skills and test their abilities. Children enjoy a range of healthy snacks and meals which the childminder prepares for them. There is fresh drinking water readily available. The childminder ensures that children have a safe place to sleep and rest if they get tired.

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Outcomes for children are good

Older children are independent and capable. They put on their own boots and jackets when going outside, and they talk confidently with the childminder about their opinions and ideas. Babies babble and begin to copy simple words. They point and gesture with their hands and communicate their needs and desires well. Children gain a variety of different skills in preparation for school and their future learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY343155 Local authority Northamptonshire Inspection number 1104555 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 7 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 16 July 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2006 and lives in Northampton. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays.

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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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