Childminder EY412283

Inspection date 8 August 2018 Previous inspection date 2 April 2015

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Good 2 Effectiveness of leadership and management Good 2 Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2 Personal development, behaviour and welfare Good 2 Outcomes for children Good 2

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The provision is good

n Children have fun and thoroughly enjoy their time in this lively setting. They engage enthusiastically in their play in the childminder's care. They enjoy a warm and welcoming environment. n The childminder is particularly skilled at supporting children's understanding of the world. She provides many expert explanations that help children make sense of what they see. Children go on many outings to local places of interest. They learn about different foods when they visit an oriental food shop. Children enjoy visits to parks and pet shops. n The childminder makes good use of links with the local Reception teacher to help children to learn the skills that will prepare them for starting school. n The childminder sensitively helps children to develop nurturing relationships with herself, her co-childminder and other children. She is calm and caring. The childminder tailors her settling-in arrangements well to suit the needs of children and their families.

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The provision is good

Children demonstrate a strong sense of belonging. n The childminder gives children's safety a high priority. She considers the individual capabilities and needs of children within her robust risk assessments to help keep children safe.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

n The childminder does not always precisely track children's progress to sharpen her planning, to help raise children's good progress to consistently outstanding levels.

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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

n strengthen the tracking of children's progress to help precisely focus the planning of activities on further extending children's learning.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector viewed all areas of the childminder's home accessible to children and observed play opportunities. n The inspector explored self-evaluation and the effectiveness of the childminder's interactions with children. n The inspector spoke to the childminder throughout the inspection. She looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons living in the house. n The inspector spoke to parents and carers to gain their views.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The experienced childminder works well with her co- childminder to embed policies and procedures to help to safeguard children. She has recently updated her data protection policy to reflect new requirements. She knows the signs that may indicate a child protection concern and the appropriate procedures to report any such concern. She uses research and links with the local authority adviser to improve her knowledge and evaluate her practice. For instance, she has recently improved her knowledge of children's starting points. She uses her professional expertise to identify any areas where children may require additional support. She works well with other professionals and parents to help close gaps in children's learning and development. The childminder effectively uses parents' partnerships and links with other early years settings children attend to help ensure continuity for children. Parents are

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

extremely complimentary about the care their children receive.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder makes good use of spontaneous moments in children's play to develop their attention and involvement. She introduces toys, makes suggestions and asks skilled questions. For example, as children play with sand, she encourages them to build sandcastles, and makes suggestions that they use leaves for flags. She introduces counting as children play with hoops. The childminder provides many opportunities for children to create and explore different materials. She encourages younger children to make marks and imitate simple shapes in drawing. The childminder helps older children gain good literacy and mathematical skills.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder effectively supports children's emotional and physical well-being. For example, she quickly recognises when children are tired and need a sleep. The childminder works closely with her co-childminder to supervise children closely at all times. The childminder teaches children to behave well. The childminder boosts children's self-esteem and confidence. She often praises them for their efforts and behaviour. The childminder helps children adopt a healthy lifestyle. For example, she provides healthy foods and daily opportunities to engage in energetic play outdoors. Children enjoy growing, picking and eating fruit and vegetables. They wash their hands before eating.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children develop an appreciation of books and enjoy listening to stories. Younger children are developing their ability to take part in conversations. Children are eager to explore their own ideas. They develop their own self-care skills. For example, they choose when to eat their snack and help themselves to the available fruit. Children learn to sit and listen, share and take part in group activities, such as singing.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY412283 Local authority Northamptonshire Inspection number 10060594 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 1 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 12 Date of previous inspection 2 April 2015

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2010 and lives in Ecton Brook, Northampton. She holds a Foundation Degree in Early Years. The childminder works alongside a co-childminder. The childminder operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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Registers

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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