Childminder in North Northamptonshire

Overall effectiveness Good

The quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Not applicable

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The provision is good

Children confidently move around the childminder's home. They join in with the activities the childminder provides for them based on their next steps and interests. Children demonstrate good speaking and listening skills. Throughout the day, they sing different songs and join in with actions. When children have not attended during the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic, the childminder kept in regular contact with families through telephone calls. She also suggested activities children could try at home. This helped the childminder to continue to support children's needs and maintain good relationships with parents.

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The provision is good

Children make their own choices in relation to their play. They politely ask the childminder if they can have the 'click clack cars' out and spend sustained periods of time experimenting moving the cars down a ramp. Children feel safe and secure. They know the routines of the day as they tell the childminder when they are ready for their morning snack of milk and toast. Children respond to questions the childminder asks about different foods that are good for them. This supports children's development of a healthy lifestyle.

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The provision is good

Children behave very well because the childminder's expectations are clear. They begin to understand feelings and how others may feel. When reading the story 'Owl Babies', children consider how the baby owls may feel when their mother is missing. They excitedly say the owls are happy when their mother returns.

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need to do better?

n The childminder finds out information from parents before their child starts in her setting. She uses this information to build on the experiences children have at home. For example, children show an interest in music and dance. The childminder arranges for a local music and dance group to come to her home. Children delight in learning new songs and moving to music. When their parents arrive to collect them from the childminder's home, they join in with the end of the session. n The childminder provides opportunities for children to develop their communication and language skills. Throughout the day, she introduces new vocabulary during their play. For example, she describes a cake from the role- play shop as 'delicious'. At times, the childminder does encourage further discussion before moving on. n Children develop a love of reading. They have opportunities to access a range of non-fiction and fiction books. Children enjoy looking at books about topics that

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need to do better?

interest them, for example autumn and leaves. Children notice what is happening in the pictures, talking about this to the childminder. They excitedly ask for 'more books' and snuggle up on the childminder's lap to listen to stories.

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need to do better?

4 October 2021 n The childminder has developed strong bonds with the children she cares for. They go to the childminder when they need reassurance, for example when needing support with personal care, such as toileting needs. The childminder is beginning to encourage children to develop their independence. For example, she asks children if they can attempt to take their shoes off. However, children are not as independent as they could be at routine times of the day, such as tidy up time and snack time. n The childminder incorporates learning about early number and shape, space and measure through all areas of the curriculum. Children confidently learn to count to five. They count play food from the role-play shop and excitedly sing songs, such as 'Five Little Ducks'. Children compare the size of leaves they have found on an autumn walk. They confidently ask visitors to the setting which leaf is the 'biggest' and which is the 'smallest'.

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need to do better?

n Daily communication takes place when parents drop off and collect their children. Parents' comments show the childminder has shared what their children need to learn next and how they can support their children at home. The childminder works with parents to ensure consistent methods are supported regarding toilet training. They comment that they would recommend the childminder to other parents. n Since registration, the childminder has accessed a range of training to develop her practice. For example, the childminder has attended a course to develop her skills in supporting children with special edcuational needs and/or disabilities. She understands how to adapt her provision to support children's individual needs well. The childminder knows what she would like to improve further. She demonstrates a commitment to continuing to improve her practice.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a secure understanding of safeguarding issues. She can explain the different types of abuse and any signs and symptoms children at risk may present with. The childminder knows who to report her concerns to. She completes robust risk assessments to ensure any hazards are identified and minimised. The childminder completes accident forms should a child have an accident in her care. Parents sign to say they have read and understood this. The childminder is trained in paediatric first aid. She refreshes her safeguarding knowledge annually, to ensure her knowledge is always kept updated.

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should:

n consider how everyday routines can enhance children's developing independence skills

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should:

4 October 2021 n extend discussions during play to help children learn the meaning of new words and help widen their vocabulary.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY562310 Local authority North Northamptonshire Inspection number 10190832 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 8 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2018 and lives in Wollaston, Northamptonshire. She operates between the hours of 8am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, all year round, except bank holidays and family holidays. She provides funded early education for three-year-olds. She holds qualified teacher status.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the provider received since the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The childminder and inspector discussed how the curriculum is planned and organised. n The inspector spoke to children at appropriate times during the inspection. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of people living in the household. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how it is safe and suitable. n The inspector viewed written feedback from parents.

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Inspection activities

4 October 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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Inspection activities

4 October 2021 regulates and inspects to achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, further education and skills, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children's services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

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