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n The experienced childminder demonstrates, through discussion, a secure understanding of how to support children's emotional well-being. She explains how she will support children to settle when they start with her. The childminder explains how she will find out about children's likes and dislikes so she can plan activities matching their interests. She explains how she will find out about children's routines to help children feel safe and secure when they first start. n The childminder demonstrates, through discussion, how she encourages children to develop a healthy lifestyle. She explains how children have daily opportunities to access her secure garden and explore different equipment. The childminder ensures fresh drinking water is always available for children. n The childminder describes how she will work in partnership with parents and other settings that children attend. She understands the importance of making

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sure any messages between school and home are passed on. The childminder explains how she will find out what children have been learning about at school, so she can support them with their homework. This promotes good communication between all settings caring for children. n The childminder demonstrates a secure understanding of the signs and symptoms of abuse. She knows who to report her concerns to. The childminder regularly checks her local authority safeguarding website to ensure her knowledge is always kept up to date. She demonstrates a good understanding of the 'Prevent' duty and how children at risk from radicalisation may present. The childminder explains how she keeps children safe. She has different areas of her home for older children to use if they wish to use small parts in their play. This means younger children who may put small toys in their mouth cannot access them.

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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 221126 Local authority West Northamptonshire Inspection number 10138510 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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Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 1 Date of previous inspection 24 July 2013

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1988. She lives in Wootton, Northamptonshire. The childminder provides care after school between 3.30pm and 6pm. She occasionally cares for children in the school 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 childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure they are safe and suitable. n The inspector checked the childminder's understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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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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