Childminder in West Northamptonshire

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder demonstrates a secure understanding of how children learn. She explains how she will plan activities for children based on their interests. The childminder has a secure knowledge of the importance of finding out what children can already do, and building on this by extending their learning. n The childminder has a secure understanding of how to manage risk and keep children safe. She explains how she will ensure young babies cannot access small parts that they could put into their mouths. The childminder explains how she will keep children safe when taking them on outings. For example, she will talk to children about how to stay safe when near busy roads. n The childminder understands the importance of helping children to settle in when they start with her. She shares how she would find out all about children's likes and dislikes from their parents. The childminder would plan activities that

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are familiar to new children, to help them feel safe and secure. She explains how she would build a positive relationship with children. n The childminder talks about how she will encourage children to behave in a positive way. She talks about being a good role model to children, and will encourage them to use good manners, such as please and thank you. The childminder will encourage children to share and take turns with each other. n The childminder understands the importance of working in partnership with parents. She states she will work closely with them, providing daily feedback about what their children have been doing. The childminder will ensure that parents know how they can support their children's learning at home. n The childminder has a secure understanding of the signs and symptoms of abuse. She completes training to ensure her knowledge is kept up to date. She has a detailed safeguarding policy, which contains the procedure to follow if she

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has concerns. The childminder knows how to protect children who may be experiencing radicalisation and/or extremist views.

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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 2547120 Local authority West Northamptonshire Inspection number 10205584 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 Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2019. She lives in Roade, Northamptonshire. The childminder operates from Monday to Friday, from 6.30am until 8am. She works all year round, except for family holidays and bank holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3.

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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 childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provision. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to plan activities for children. n The childminder showed the inspector around the areas of her home that are used for childminding. n The inspector discussed the safeguarding and welfare requirements with the childminder. n The inspector looked at a range of documentation, including evidence of the suitability of household members.

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22 July 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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22 July 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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