Childminder in North Northamptonshire

Overall effectiveness Good

The quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Good

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The provision is good

Children are eager to join in activities in this welcoming setting. They show they feel secure as they enthusiastically explore the childminder's home. They self-select from a wide variety of resources that support their learning. For instance, children play with musical instruments and dance along to their favourite songs. Babies wave their arms in excitement, as older children copy the childminder's actions and dance moves. Children form close bonds and are well cared for by the nurturing childminder.

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The provision is good

Children enjoy their time in the garden and know the routine as they prepare to go outside. They collect their outdoor boots and coats and are actively encouraged by the childminder to develop their independence skills and to have a go at dressing themselves.

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The provision is good

Children play freely and enthusiastically, becoming engrossed in their own play. The childminder supports them to engage in planned activities, which further extend their learning. This means that children have a good balance of learning, as they follow their interests and join in adult-led activities. All children benefit from the well-planned learning opportunities on offer. For example, children enjoy using their senses as they scoop and squish jelly in a tray. Babies giggle as they squeeze the jelly with their hands, while toddlers focus on using spoons to scoop the jelly. Older children guess the flavour as they smell and attempt to identify the fruity scent.

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need to do better?

n The childminder knows the children well. She works with parents to identify their starting points and offers a curriculum that focuses on their interests, skilfully planning appropriate learning into activities. For example, children learn about number recognition as they play shops. They recognise the 'prices' on the shop items as the childminder supports them to use calculators, money and a till, to develop their mathematical skills. n Children develop a love of books and regularly visit the library. They enjoy stories, choose books and listen intently as the childminder reads. The childminder skilfully engages children during story time as she encourages them to shout out the dangers a hedgehog might get into on bonfire night. n The childminder engages with children and supports them to communicate effectively. She skilfully models language and talks to children as they play. Children learn nursery rhymes and songs as the childminder sings with them.

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However, the childminder does not always support children to learn new words and build on their understanding. n The daily routines are well organised and effectively promote children's physical

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3 November 2022 health and well-being. For example, children learn to wash their hands before eating and have daily opportunities for outdoor physical play. The childminder works in partnership with parents to ensure that meals and snacks are healthy and nutritious. n Children learn to share and take turns with the resources. For example, some children take turns looking through the binoculars, while other children use magnifying glasses to search for spiders. The childminder is a good role model and is consistent with her expectations of children's behaviour. This helps children to understand the behaviour which is expected. n Children develop confidence in social situations, as they regularly take part in activities in the local community. They enjoy walks to the park, attend music groups and meet with other childminders and their minded children. n Children play freely with resources that reflect diversity. However, stereotypical

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need to do better?

views are not always challenged by the childminder. For example, as children talk about 'pink jobs' for girls and 'blue jobs' for boys, the childminder does not encourage children to question this and learn about gender equality. n Parents value the support and advice the childminder provides, such as support with toilet training and oral health. This sharing of information ensures consistency and helps to promote children's care needs. Parents write how their children 'thrive' in the care of the childminder. n The childminder is proactive about improving her practice. She regularly takes part in webinars that increase her professional development. She organises group sessions, where childminders meet to gain support and reflect on their practice. This helps to improve her own understanding of how to help children reach their full potential. As a result, children receive a high standard of education and make good progress.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a good understanding of the various types of abuse and when children might be at risk of harm. She knows how to report any concerns about children's welfare. The childminder ensures her knowledge of local safeguarding procedures is always up to date, as she receives regular emails to update her on any changes. She is aware of the procedures to follow if an allegation is made against any adult living or working on the premises. The childminder has robust risk assessments in place to minimise hazards. She teaches children how to keep themselves safe. For instance, she teaches children about road safety during outings.

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should:

3 November 2022 n strengthen support for children to build on the range of words they know and to further develop their understanding n support children to develop a deeper understanding of their own uniqueness and of gender stereotypes.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY479999 Local authority North Northamptonshire Inspection number 10236419 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 10 Date of previous inspection 8 November 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2014 and lives in Raunds, Wellingborough. She operates term time only, from 7.30am to 6pm, Tuesday to Friday, except for 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 childminder 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 childminder. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how she ensures they are safe and suitable. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about her intention for children's learning. n Children spoke to the inspector about what they enjoy doing while with the childminder. n The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact that this was having on children's learning. n The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and children. n Parents shared their views of the childminder with the inspector. 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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Inspection activities

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