Childminder 220429

Inspection date 9 July 2019 Previous inspection date 6 July 2016

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a suitable understanding of her responsibility to safeguard and protect children from harm and neglect. She is aware of possible signs of abuse and knows how to report any concerns to the relevant agencies. n The childminder understands her responsibility to supervise children and maintain a safe environment for them to play in. She knows how to carry out risk assessments to help identify potential hazards in her home and when on outings. n The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of the importance of providing an inclusive learning environment. She knows how to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. n The childminder recognises the importance of finding out about children's prior learning, likes and interests when they first start. She demonstrates a suitable understanding of how to observe and assess children's progress and identify any gaps

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in their learning. n The childminder understands how to promote and positively manage children's behaviour. She explains how she would encourage children to share, take turns and respect each other. n The childminder knows how to support children's healthy lifestyles. She recognises the benefits of providing children with healthy meals and daily opportunities to be physically active. n The childminder recognises the importance of working with parents to promote consistency in children's care and education. n The childminder understands the need to reflect on her practice to help her further develop her provision. She undertakes training to keep her knowledge and skills up to date.

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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 220429 Local authority Northamptonshire Inspection number 10072595 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 7 - 12 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 6 July 2016

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The childminder registered in 1996 and lives in Daventry, Northamptonshire. She operates during the school holidays from 9am until 5pm, Monday to Friday, except for family and bank 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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