Childminder in West Northamptonshire

Inspection date 2 August 2019 Previous inspection date Not applicable

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This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder cannot demonstrate her understanding of how to continually promote children's welfare. She has limited knowledge of safeguarding issues. n The childminder has a weak knowledge and understanding of the possible signs and symptoms of abuse. She does not have a good enough understanding of her responsibilities to prevent children from being drawn into situations that may put them at risk of harm. n The childminder does not have sufficient knowledge of the learning and development requirements. She is unclear on the areas of learning and is not able to demonstrate her understanding of the purpose of observation and assessment. The childminder does not know how to support children to make progress and help prepare them for school. n The childminder does not demonstrate a good enough understanding of how to promote children's positive behaviour. n The childminder is friendly and provides a welcoming environment. She offers a range

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This provision does not meet requirements

of good-quality resources which are suitable for children of different ages. n The childminder demonstrates that she understands how to support children to develop healthy lifestyles. She explains how she would provide healthy meals and daily opportunities for children to be physically active. n The childminder recognises the importance of building trusting relationships with parents and the local school to help promote consistency in children's care.

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This provision does not meet 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.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To meet the requirements of the early years foundation stage and Childcare Register the provider must: Due date develop knowledge and understanding of safeguarding issues, in particular the indicators of abuse or neglect, and obtain an up-to- date knowledge of the 'Prevent' duty guidance 23/08/2019

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

improve knowledge and understanding of the learning and development requirements to help monitor children's development and progress their learning 30/08/2019

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

develop knowledge and understanding of behaviour management to help promote children's positive behaviour. 23/08/2019

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

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 reviewed 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.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY543087 Local authority Northamptonshire Inspection number 10090248 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 6 - 12 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in Tiffield, near Towcester in Northamptonshire. The childminder 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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