Mackley, Karen Lesley

This provision meets requirements

Children love coming to this home-from-home environment. When they arrive they put their shoes and jumpers away independently. They know to use hand gel to clean their hands and explain this is to stop germs from spreading. They tell the childminder all about their day at school. They excitedly show her crafts they have made at school and compare them to craft experiences they have had with the childminder.

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Children's behaviour is exemplary. They use good manners without being prompted. They use 'feelings stars' to talk about their feelings and emotions. Children tell visitors to the setting they feel 'happy and calm' when the childminder is caring for them. They feel safe and secure as there are clear routines in place. This means all children know what to do. When children have finished with an activity, they tidy away independently without being asked. Children benefit from exploring a well thought out learning environment. There are vast opportunities to play imaginatively. For example, children explore a dinosaur world and use real herbs in the mud kitchen to make potions. Children read books about recycling and how it helps the environment. They make models using cardboard boxes.

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need to do better?

n The childminder finds out about children's home experiences and broadens these. For example, children who do not have pets at home care for the childminder's many animals. They excitedly rush to see if the chickens have laid any eggs and ask questions about the food they eat. Later, they feed the fish and comment on the way they move. n Children sustain their interest in activities for long periods of time. For example, they work together to build a zoo using construction materials. They share well with each, talking about where each part should go. When there are minor disagreements children successfully negotiate with each other. They are keen to explain their choices to visitors to the setting. n Parents are overwhelmingly positive about the childminder. They say her communication is excellent. They particularly enjoy the range of craft activities on offer. Parents feel able to discuss any concerns they may have with the

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childminder. The childminder makes sure messages are passed from the school to parents on a daily basis. The childminder finds out about topics the children are learning at school. She supports the children to learn about these topics at her setting. For example, when finding out about growing, children learn about different plants with the childminder. They spot wildflowers on their journey home from school and talk about their features. n Children have excellent relationships with the childminder. She is nurturing and

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10 June 2021 caring and has developed strong bonds with them. She engages with them in their play. She provides high-quality interactions and extends their play, for example by offering more resources or asking questions. Children dress wooden characters using magnetic clothes. They talk to the childminder about their choices. She suggests what clothes they could use to make a mask like a superhero character. Children tell visitors to the setting the childminder is 'generous, kind and helpful'. n The childminder provides children with a range of books based on their interests. They find out about the environment around them using non-fiction books. Children share with the childminder about why they like books by their favourite authors. The childminder asks them what happens next in stories. She encourages their love of books and reading. n The childminder has completed a wide range of training since she registered.

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She has completed a course about supporting children's mental health. She provides many opportunities for children to express how they are feeling. The childminder is a reflective practitioner and has identified areas of her provision that work well and areas she would like to continue to develop. For example, a quiet area in the garden to relax in after their school day.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a secure knowledge of safeguarding. Robust procedures are in place to report concerns. The childminder knows what signs and symptoms to look out for. She has a good understanding of wider safeguarding issues. The childminder keeps in regular contact with the local authority to ensure her safeguarding knowledge is always kept updated. She keeps accurate accident records and parents are always informed. The childminder regularly completes fire drills so that children know how to exit the property safely in the event of an emergency. The childminder has an up-to-date paediatric first-aid certificate.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY549144 Local authority West Northamptonshire Inspection number 10111162 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

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inspection

Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in Brixworth, Northamptonshire. The childminder holds an early years qualification at level 3. She operates in term time only from 3pm until 5pm, Monday to Friday.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the setting received since the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the setting and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the setting. n The inspector talked to the childminder about the activities she plans for the children. n The inspector reviewed relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household. n The inspector spoke with children during the inspection. n The inspector read written feedback from parents and took account of their views.

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10 June 2021 We carried out this inspection 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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