Childminder in West Northamptonshire

Inspection date 14 May 2019 Previous inspection date Not applicable

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a wide range of toys and resources that she intends to use to support children's play. She demonstrates a good understanding of how to help children learn. The childminder knows how to prepare children for their eventual move on to school. She explains how the planning of activities supports children to achieve their next steps in their learning. n The childminder knows the importance of sharing information with parents to help her to support children's progress. She explains how to identify children's starting points with input from parents. n The childminder understands her responsibilities to develop links with any other professionals involved in supporting children's development and care. She knows how to use shared information to provide continuity of support. n The childminder checks the suitability of her assistant. She understands her responsibilities to monitor and support her assistant's practice. She provides her

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assistant with regular supervision. n The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of how to keep children safe. She has a secure knowledge of safeguarding procedures. The childminder knows what to do if she has a concern about a child's welfare. n The childminder understands how to support children to develop healthy lifestyles, such as through regular outdoor play. n The childminder knows how to make sure her home is safe. She is aware of the importance of carrying out regular safety checks to help her to minimise any risks. n The childminder understands the importance of helping children to form positive relationships to support their emotional well-being. She knows how to help children to behave well. n The childminder reflects on her provision to identify areas to improve.

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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

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n The inspector held discussions with the childminder about her knowledge and understanding of the learning and development and safeguarding and welfare requirements. n The inspector viewed the areas of the childminder's home used for childcare. She viewed a selection of toys and resources. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as the childminder's training certificates. n The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of the childminder, her assistant and other household members.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY545372 Local authority Northamptonshire Inspection number 10100270 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 0 - 7 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 16 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in Silverstone. She operates all year round from 8am until 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder works alongside an assistant.

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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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