Childminder in North Northamptonshire

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder ensures her home is clean and safe for children to attend. She regularly risk assesses to remove any potential hazards that may cause harm. For example, kitchen cupboards are fitted with safety locks and stairgates are used to prevent babies from climbing stairs. n When children first attend, the childminder gathers information from the parents about the child. This allows her to gain an understanding of the child's starting points. She describes how she observes children, assesses their development, and plans activities to meet their individual needs. n The childminder knows how to provide a range of enjoyable experiences for children. She is aware to use children's interests to ensure they stay focused and develop a positive attitude to their learning. The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of how to use the early years foundation stage to support children's development and work on any gaps in their learning. This will help

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children to make good progress. n Children will be provided with a range of opportunities to support a healthy lifestyle. For example, children will be given healthy snacks and will discuss healthy choices at mealtimes. They will also have access to a sheltered outdoor area, where they can play and enjoy fresh air all year round to promote their physical development. n Children's well-being is important to the childminder. She aims to provide a nurturing environment, where children feel safe and secure. She will promote children to be independent by encouraging them to have a go themselves. For example, she will teach children to feed themselves, wash their hands and put on their own shoes and coats. n The childminder talks about how she works with the local school and other settings, to support successful transitions when children move on to their next stage of learning. n The childminder demonstrates her understanding of effective systems to keep

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parents informed about their children's care and progress. She recognises the value of working with parents to help children to manage their behaviour and support their well-being. n The childminder is aware of promoting equality and diversity and reflects this in the toys, books, games and music that the children have access too. The childminder will challenge any negative stereotypes and knows the importance of teaching children to respect differences. n The childminder has completed mandatory training, such as paediatric first aid and safeguarding. She is aware of the signs of abuse and understands the procedure to follow in reporting concerns about the welfare of children. n The childminder takes part in regular webinars to keep her own knowledge up to date. She meets up with other childminders to help her evaluate and extend her own practice.

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This provision meets requirements

27 October 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 EY482768 Local authority North Northamptonshire Inspection number 10236526 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 4 Date of previous inspection 16 November 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2014 and lives in Kettering. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family 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 childminder spoke to the inspector about their intentions for children's learning. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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Inspection activities

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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27 October 2022 27 October 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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