Childminder in West Northamptonshire

Met

Previous inspection Not Met (enforcement)

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This provision meets requirements

n Since the last inspection, the childminder has taken steps to meet the actions set. She has a current paediatric first-aid certificate and she has suitable public liability insurance in place. n The childminder demonstrates an understanding of how children learn and develop. She understands the importance of getting to know children before identifying their individual starting points. She knows to plan and provide a curriculum that builds on what children already know and helps to prepare them for the next stage in their learning. n The childminder has a suitable understanding of how to safeguard children. She knows what her responsibilities are in relation to recording and reporting any child protection concerns. She has completed training to ensure her knowledge of how to recognise signs and symptoms that a child may be at risk of abuse is up to date. n The childminder knows the importance of working in partnership with parents

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This provision meets requirements

and with other settings children attend, to support a consistent approach to children's care and learning. n The childminder understands how to promote equality and to help children learn about diversity and value individuality. She discusses positive strategies to encourage children's good behaviour and ways to support children to become independent. n The childminder shows a commitment to continue her professional development and to evaluate and reflect on her practice. She is working towards a level 6 qualification.

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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 EY490695 Local authority West Northamptonshire Inspection number 10238006 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 22 November 2021

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2015 and lives in Northampton. She operates all year round from 6am until 9am and from 3pm until 7pm, Monday to Friday. She also offers some school holiday care. The childminder holds an early years qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector discussed any continued impact of the pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the childminder. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about their intentions for children's learning. n The inspector viewed the areas of the premises to be used by children and discussed the safety and risk assessments with the childminder. 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

20 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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Inspection activities

20 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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