Childminder in North Northamptonshire

Inspection date 10 May 2019 Previous inspection date Not applicable

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a secure knowledge and understanding of safeguarding matters. She is aware of the signs that may indicate a child is at risk of harm and knows how to refer any concerns to the appropriate agencies. n The childminder has a good understanding of how to promote children's learning and development. She recognises the importance of observing and assessing children's progress and planning for their learning. n The childminder undertakes regular training to help keep her knowledge and skills up to date. For example, she has recently refreshed her understanding of the 'Prevent' duty guidance and completed training on raising awareness of mental health issues. n The childminder acknowledges the importance of providing an inclusive environment. She has a good understanding of how to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. n The childminder knows how to promote children's positive behaviour and help children

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This provision meets requirements

to learn respect for others. n The childminder understands the importance of promoting children's good health. For example, she describes the benefits of supporting children to make healthy food choices and encouraging regular physical exercise. n The childminder recognises the importance of working in partnership with parents, schools and other professionals to support the best outcomes for children. n The childminder regularly reflects on her provision and values feedback from parents and children to help her to review and build on her practice. n The childminder keeps all mandatory documentation. She ensures her first-aid certificate is kept up to date and maintains current public liability insurance.

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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

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This provision meets requirements

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 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 EY544252 Local authority Northamptonshire Inspection number 10099549 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 4 - 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 12 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in Wilbarston, Northamptonshire. She operates from Monday to Friday during school term time only. The childminder provides before- and after-school care from 7am to 9am and 3pm to 7pm, except during 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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