Childminder EY501504

Inspection date 17 August 2018 Previous inspection date Not applicable

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a good knowledge and understanding of safeguarding matters. She knows the possible indicators of abuse and is aware of the procedure to follow to report a concern about the welfare of a child in her care. n The childminder knows how to minimise potential risks in her home and garden. n The childminder understands how to observe and assess children's learning. She knows how to plan activities to support children's next steps in learning. n The childminder recognises the importance of working with parents and other professionals to help promote continuity in children's care and learning. n The childminder understands how to promote children's positive behaviour. She knows how to be a positive role model to help children to develop good social skills. n The childminder understands how to promote children's healthy lifestyles through regular exercise and healthy diet. n The childminder understands the importance of evaluating her practice to identify areas

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for improvement and keeping her knowledge and skills up to date through training.

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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. Inspection activities n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for children and undertake observation, assessment and planning. n The inspector discussed the policies and procedures with the childminder and viewed documentation that she plans to use when caring for children. n The inspector checked areas of the childminder's home that are used when caring for

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children. n The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of the childminder and adults living on the premises. She discussed the childminder's understanding of self-evaluation.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY501504 Local authority Northamptonshire Inspection number 10059830 Type of provision Childminder

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Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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The childminder registered in 2016 and lives in the village of East Haddon, Northamptonshire. She operates during term time only from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Thursday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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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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