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n The childminder describes how she would ensure that children are happy and settled in her warm and inviting home. The childminder offers a wide range of interesting toys and resources which she bases on children's interests. The childminder knows how to extend children's learning and what opportunities she would provide for children to make ample progress. n The childminder explains how she would promote listening skills with young children to encourage respect of other children's views and opinions. n The childminder explains how children in her care would have access to craft activities. The childminder understands how to support and encourage young children to explore a range of craft resources and the benefits of this. n The childminder explains how children benefit from learning about growing vegetables. The childminder provides an area to grow potatoes and courgettes. She explains that this would help the children to learn about food production

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and healthy eating. The children would have access to fresh water and learn about the benefits of drinking water. The childminder discussed how she would ensure that children are able to top-up their drinks to promote self-care skills. n The childminder understands the benefits of giving children the ability to be curious in their learning. She describes how to give children ample opportunities to explore activities they are not familiar with. She spoke about how she would give children the opportunity to investigate scientific and technological activities. n The childminder explains how she would work closely with the parents of the children. She emphasises how she would want the parent to feel that their children are safe at her house. She would also ensure that they are communicated with on a daily basis to inform them of the activities and exciting environment the childminder gives children. n The childminder describes how children would benefit from regular visits to the

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park. They would explore the equipment at the park as they climb, crawl and balance. This benefits the children as they develop their coordination skills and further understanding of the importance of exercise. n The childminder describes effective support for children's well-being and emotional development. Before the children start, the childminder would ensure she meets regularly with the children and their parents. This would allow her to talk to the children's parents and the children about their interests and how to support their well-being. As a result of this, the childminder plans to provide stimulating activities based on the children's interests and knows how to support their emotional development. n The childminder has a good knowledge of the importance providing children with a diverse set of experiences and opportunities. She explains how she would use additional funding to support all children in her care.

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22 June 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 EY320975 Local authority North Northamptonshire Inspection number 10138483 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 28 November 2014

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2006. She lives with her husband and two children in a house in Kettering, Northamptonshire. The whole of the ground floor of the house, one upstairs bedroom and the enclosed rear garden are used for childminding. The family has a pet dog. The childminder operates all year round, from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. There are currently two children on roll. The childminder regularly visits local shops and parks. She takes children to and from the local school. She holds a relevant qualification at level 3. She is a member of the Northamptonshire Childminding Association.

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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 Children spoke to the inspector about what they enjoy doing while with the childminder. n The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and children. n The inspector spoke to parents during the inspection and took account of their views. 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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