Childminder in North Northamptonshire

Inspection date 23 August 2019 Previous inspection date 10 February 2015

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands the importance of safeguarding the children in her care and knows the procedures to follow to record and report any concerns. Furthermore, she carries out risk assessments of her home and any outings that she plans to help ensure children's safety. n The childminder knows the importance of keeping her knowledge and skills up to date. She completes required training, such as first aid. n The childminder has a secure understanding of how to promote children's development in all areas of learning. She knows how to observe children's play and to plan for their next steps, and what assessments must be undertaken. The childminder has a good range of suitable toys and equipment to meet the needs of children of different ages. n The childminder has an understanding of promoting children's health and well-being. She understands the importance of children eating healthily and having daily

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This provision meets requirements

opportunities to be physically active outdoors. n The childminder explains how she would manage children's behaviour using consistent, age-appropriate strategies that support children's understanding of right and wrong.

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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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n The inspector discussed the policies and procedures with the childminder and viewed documentation that she will use when caring for children. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she will meet children's individual learning and development needs and how she will observe, assess and plan to support children's progress. n The inspector had a tour of the areas of the premises used by children and discussed the equipment and toys available. n The inspector discussed the safeguarding and welfare requirements with the childminder. n The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of all household members over 16 years of age and checked evidence of the qualifications of the childminder.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY375665 Local authority Northamptonshire Inspection number 10115808 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 - 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3 Date of previous inspection 10 February 2015

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The childminder registered in 2008 and lives in Corby, Northamptonshire. She operates during term time from 7am to 8pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3.

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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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