Childminder 220732

Inspection date 24 October 2018 Previous inspection date 8 May 2015

p.1

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands her responsibilities to safeguard children. She updates her safeguarding policy and procedures to reflect new requirements and local authority advice. n The childminder knows how to risk assess activities, outings and the environment to help keep children safe. n The childminder recognises the importance of working with parents and other settings that children attend to help support continuity in meeting children's needs. n The childminder knows how to support children's good behaviour and emotional well- being. n The childminder understands how children learn. She is clear about providing a mix of adult-led and child-initiated activities. The childminder has a range of toys, equipment and resources that supports all areas of learning for children of all ages. n The childminder is aware of how to evaluate the quality of her provision and make effective use of professional development.

p.1

This provision meets requirements

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 viewed all areas of the premises where children are cared for, alongside a selection of toys and resources the childminder will use. n The inspector spoke to the childminder about how she meets the safeguarding and welfare requirements. She looked at documentation, such as the policies and procedures the childminder has to support her practice, and the evidence of the

p.1

This provision meets requirements

suitability of all adults living on the premises. n The inspector spoke to the childminder about how she promotes children's personal development, welfare and behaviour. n The inspector spoke to the childminder about her plans to meet the learning and development requirements.

p.2

Setting details

Unique reference number 220732 Local authority Northamptonshire Inspection number 10071100 Type of provision Childminder

p.3

Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 7 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4 Date of previous inspection 8 May 2015

p.3

Registers

The childminder registered in 1999 and lives in Kettering. She operates all year round from 6.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays. She has a relevant qualification at level 3.

p.3

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.

p.3

Registers

procedures set out in the guidance Complaints procedure: raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted, which is available from Ofsted's website: www.ofsted.gov.uk . 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 and Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, further education and skills, 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.3

Registers

If you would like a copy of this document in a different format, such as large print or Braille, please telephone 0300 123 1231, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk .

p.4

Registers

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.4

Registers

Interested in our work? You can subscribe to our monthly newsletter for more information and updates: www.ofsted.gov.uk/user .

p.4

Registers

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

p.4