Childminder in West Northamptonshire

This provision meets requirements

n Since her last inspection, the childminder has improved her knowledge of the early years foundation stage. She now has a secure understanding of the curriculum. The childminder demonstrates, through discussion, how she plans to deliver activities to support the learning needs of the children in her care. She understands how to develop children's communication and language skills by introducing new vocabulary to them and asking questions to promote further discussion. n The childminder explains how she will support children to develop their independence skills. She explains how she will show children what to do and then let them have a go themselves. The childminder explains how she will encourage children to manage their self-care needs independently, such as using the toilet by themselves. n The childminder demonstrates, through discussion, how she will support children to have good manners and share and take turns. She explains how she will be a

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positive role model to children and encourage them to develop these skills. The childminder explains that she will celebrate children's achievements with parents to develop their confidence and support their emotional well-being. n The childminder has a secure knowledge of safeguarding. She knows who to inform if an allegation is made against herself or a family member. The childminder demonstrates, through discussion, how children's behaviour may change if they are at risk from abuse. She explains confidently what the signs and symptoms of abuse are. The childminder knows who to report her concerns to and would not hesitate to do so. She understands what the 'Prevent' duty is and signs a child may be at risk of extreme views or behaviours. n Since her last inspection, the childminder has received support from the local authority. She says this has had a positive impact on her knowledge, and that she now has a better understanding of the curriculum and the safeguarding and

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welfare requirements. The childminder demonstrates a commitment to continue to improve further, such as by accessing further 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 EY444010 Local authority West Northamptonshire Inspection number 10237219 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 1 Date of previous inspection 18 March 2022

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2012. She lives in Upton, Northamptonshire. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate childcare qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector discussed any continued 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 discussed with the inspector how she planned to implement the curriculum. 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, including evidence to document the suitability of household members.

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17 June 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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17 June 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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