Childminder in West Northamptonshire

Met

Previous inspection Requires improvement

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder intends to gather information about what children know and can do when they first start in her care. She plans on using this information to identify where children are in their development, so that she can plan for their future learning straight away. n The childminder recognises the importance of working in partnership with parents. She plans on completing a daily diary, which includes details of activities the children have taken part in that day. This diary will be shared with parents. She intends on providing parents with ideas and activities for them to do at home with their children to help further children's development. n The childminder will gather information about children's likes and dislikes when they start in her care. She will obtain information about children's favourite toys, books, and sleeping arrangements. This will help her meet children's individual needs right from the start.

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands how to build on children's skills. She will use what she knows about child development to plan appropriate activities that help children progress in their development. n The childminder plans on completing daily observations, so that she understands what children's abilities are. She will use the information gained from doing this to plan appropriate next steps for children's learning. n The childminder intends on going out every day with children. Children will be able to use the outdoors to develop their physical skill as they run and dance. The childminder also plans on using outings to help children develop their speaking skills, for example as they discuss and read road signs. n The childminder intends on sharing and gathering information from other childcare providers that children may attend. She will use this information when she plans for children's learning. This means that children receive consistency as

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they develop. n The childminder intends to support children to develop their independence. She identifies skills that she would like children to be able to do prior to their move on to school. The childminder will encourage children to wash hands prior to eating food and be able to put on their own shoes and coat. n The childminder plans to talk to children about feelings. She will ask them how they feel and talk to the children about why they feel a certain way. She intends on praising children for their achievements, which builds their self-esteem. n The childminder understands what her responsibilities are to safeguard children. She is able to identify signs which may indicate that a child is at risk of harm. She know which professionals to contact to raise these concerns with. She is aware of the correct procedure to follow should there be an allegation made against her. n The childminder has taken positive action to improve her practice. She regularly

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This provision meets requirements

observes other providers to help improve her knowledge of how to deliver quality education experiences to children.

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This provision meets requirements

16 March 2022 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 EY332254 Local authority West Northamptonshire Inspection number 10213978 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 7 February 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2006 and lives in Northampton. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder receives funding for the provision of free early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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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 viewed the provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about their intentions for children's learning. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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Inspection activities

16 March 2022 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

16 March 2022 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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