Childminder in North Northamptonshire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 31 January 2018 Not applicable

p.1

This inspection: Good 2

Effectiveness of the leadership and management Good 2

p.1

This inspection: Good 2

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2

p.1

This inspection: Good 2

Personal development, behaviour and welfare Good 2

p.1

This provision is good

 The childminder provides a broad range of activities, within and outside of the home, which take into account children's individual interests. Overall, she uses her teaching skills well to effectively challenge children and enhance their learning experiences. Children make good progress and achieve well.  The childminder has established strong relationships with parents. She involves them from the start, in every aspect of their children's learning and development. They maintain a regular two-way exchange of information about what children know and can do. This helps to support children in the setting and at home.  The childminder provides a warm and homely environment. She interacts with children in a caring and affectionate way. Children settle quickly and are happy and at ease in the setting. They build strong and trusting relationships with the childminder.  The childminder is conscientious about children's safety. She risk assesses all areas

p.1

This provision is good

used by children and supervises them closely at all times.

p.1

It is not yet outstanding because:

 On occasion, the childminder does not accurately identify children's next steps in learning or focus activities, to help them make the best possible progress.  The childminder does not always use skilful questioning that takes into children's different levels of understanding.

p.1

What the setting needs to do to improve further

To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

p.2

What the setting needs to do to improve further

 plan more precisely to support children's next steps in learning, to help them make the best possible progress  extend the range of ways to further promote children's understanding and learning, in particular their critical-thinking skills.

p.2

Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities, and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector viewed all areas of the home used for childminding.  The inspector looked at a range of documents, including policies, procedures and children's records.  The inspector talked to the childminder at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector took account of the views of parents in written comments.

p.2

Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a good knowledge of safeguarding procedures and knows what to do should she have concerns about a child's welfare. She has completed training to extend her knowledge of wider child protection issues. The childminder keeps herself up to date by completing relevant courses, and by sharing her practice with other childminders. A range of detailed policies and procedures strengthens the childminder's good practice. She effectively identifies the strengths and weaknesses of her setting. The childminder welcomes parents' views, to help her develop her practice and make continuous improvements that benefit children.

p.3

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder is qualified and experienced. She has a strong understanding of how children learn through play, and provides good support for children's development. The childminder makes the most of opportunities to support children's mathematical awareness. For example, she supports them to count and recognise numbers on wooden blocks. Children successfully order these from one to 10 and then share their sense of achievement. Overall, the childminder supports children's language and communication well. For instance, she introduces and models the correct pronunciation of words and responds positively to their contributions. Children share a sense of fun and enjoyment as they play together. They laugh and smile as they demonstrate how they can jump up and down, and make themselves dizzy, as they turn round in circles.

p.3

Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder works hard to make sure that children are happy and comfortable in her care. She works closely with parents to gain information about their children's individual needs, and to agree a settling-in procedure. Children visit the local community with the childminder. They learn about the world around them and socialise with a wide range of other people. The childminder regularly praises children in her care. She acknowledges their positive behaviour and encourages them to be kind to others. Children behave well and build strong friendships with each other. Children become independent and do things for themselves. For instance, they learn to take themselves to the toilet and to wash their hands afterwards. The childminder encourages them to tidy up after they have finished playing. Children enjoy a variety of meals and snacks, and regular opportunities to take part in activities outside that contribute towards their good health.

p.3

Outcomes for children are good

Children are learning important skills and attitudes they need for their future learning, and their eventual move on to school. Children are eager participants and concentrate well. They develop their early literacy skills. For instance, children enjoy listening to stories and recognise their name on labels. They develop good hand-to-eye coordination as they thread wooden blocks onto laces.

p.3

Setting details

Unique reference number EY495341 Local authority Northamptonshire Inspection number 1036516 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7

p.4

Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

p.4

Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2016 and lives in Corby, Northamptonshire. She operates all year round, from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder provides overnight care. She holds an appropriate qualification at level 3.

p.4

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.

p.4

Telephone number

procedures set out in the guidance ‘Complaints procedure: raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted’, which is available from Ofsted’s website: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted. If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk. achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, work-based learning and skills training, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children’s services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

p.4

Telephone number

If you would like a copy of this document in a different format, such as large print or Braille, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk. You may reuse this information (not including logos) free of charge in any format or medium, under the terms of the Open Government Licence. To view this licence, visit www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/, write to the Information Policy Team, The National Archives, Kew, London TW9 4DU, or email: psi@nationalarchives.gsi.gov.uk .

p.5

Telephone number

Interested in our work? You can subscribe to our website for news, information and updates at www.ofsted.gov.uk/user.

p.5

Telephone number

T: 0300 123 4234 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted

p.5