Childminder in West Northamptonshire

Inspection date 25 January 2019 Previous inspection date 8 October 2015

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a secure understanding of the safeguarding requirements. She regularly attends training to update her knowledge of child protection issues. The childminder knows the signs that may indicate a concern for children's welfare. She is aware of the reporting requirements for any such concerns. n The childminder knows how to promote children's emotional and physical well-being. She understands how to help children settle in well and develop close relationships. The childminder knows how to support children's positive behaviour. n The childminder recognises the importance of establishing links with parents and other settings children may attend to promote continuity in children's care. n The childminder understands how to implement the learning and development requirements. She knows how to assess children's levels of achievements and plan for their future learning. She understands how to address any gaps in children's learning to

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help promote all children's good progress. n The childminder knows how to carry out risk assessments to help keep children safe.

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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 had a tour of the premises used for childminding and viewed a selection of available toys and resources. n The inspector checked the childminder's policies and procedures, including those relating to safeguarding requirements. n The inspector discussed with the childminder her knowledge and skills related to the early years foundation stage. n The inspector verified evidence of training for the childminder and the suitability of

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Setting details

Unique reference number 221358 Local authority Northamptonshire Inspection number 10065158 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 5 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 12 Date of previous inspection 8 October 2015

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The childminder registered in 1994 and lives in Harpole, Northamptonshire. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, 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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