Childminder in North Northamptonshire

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder demonstrates, through discussion, that she has a secure understanding of how to support children's learning and development. She explains how she will plan activities to build on what children already know and can do. The childminder explains that she finds out what children like and dislike, so she can provide activities that match their interests. n The childminder explains how she will promote positive behaviour. She discusses how she supports children to resolve minor conflicts with each other. The childminder encourages children to participate in games which promote their turn taking and sharing skills. n The childminder describes how she invites parents to visit her home with their children for a settling-in session before they start. She explains how this means she will know children's individual routines from home and she can follow them throughout the day. The childminder explains that she speaks to parents daily

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when they drop their children off and collect them. She explains how she shares with parents what their children have enjoyed doing. n The childminder demonstrates, through discussion, that she understands how to promote healthy lifestyles to children. She explains how children have the opportunity to play outside in her secure garden or go to the local park. The childminder explains how she will promote healthy eating to children and provide healthy snacks. n Through discussion, the childminder demonstrates a clear understanding of how to safeguard children. She has a good awareness of the signs and symptons of abuse. The childminder knows who to report her concerns to and would not hesitate to do so. She completes regular safeguarding training to ensure her knowledge is always kept up to date.

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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 EY423710 Local authority North Northamptonshire Inspection number 10074721 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 27 April 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2011. She lives in Rothwell. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an early years qualification at level 4.

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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 childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure it is safe and suitable. 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, including evidence of the suitability of household members.

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3 May 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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3 May 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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