Childminder in West Northamptonshire

Met

Previous inspection Not Met (with actions)

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder demonstrates, through discussion, a secure understanding of how to plan activities for children. She explains how she follows the children's interests and adapts activities according to how children engage with them. She considers what the next steps in children's learning are. The childminder finds out what children already know and plans to build on these experiences. n The childminder demonstrates, through discussion, that she understands how to encourage children to develop a healthy lifestyle. She explains how she talks about healthy and unhealthy food with the children. The childminder shares that when she has children on her register, she encourages children to access the garden and takes them on walks in the local area. n When children start at the setting, the childminder finds out from their parents and carers what their likes and dislikes are. The childminder explains that she

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speaks to parents daily about the activities their children have enjoyed and their development. She suggests activities to parents that they could do at home with children, to further support their learning. n The childminder explains how she supports children to behave in a positive way. She recognises the importance of developing a strong bond with children, so that they feel safe and secure. The childminder explains how she encourages children to work collaboratively with each other, such as playing turn taking games. n The childminder has a good awareness of the signs and symptoms of abuse. She knows who to report her concerns to. The childminder completes safeguarding training each year to ensure her knowledge is updated. She has undertaken a course about the 'Prevent' duty and understands how to protect children who may be at risk. The childminder has recently updated her paediatric first-aid training.

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This provision meets requirements

There were no children in the early years age range 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 early years 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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Setting details

Unique reference number 220944 Local authority West Northamptonshire Inspection number 10193708 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 0 Date of previous inspection 24 February 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1999. She lives in Abington, Northampton. She operates during term time only between the hours of 7am until 8.45am and 3.15pm until 6pm, Monday to Friday except bank holidays and family holidays.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the provider received since the COVID-19 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 inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for children. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she plans to undertake observation, assessment and planning. n The inspector viewed the areas of the premises used by children. n The inspector discussed the safeguarding and welfare requirements with the childminder and took into consideration the suitability checks.

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Inspection activities

2 December 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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2 December 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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