Childminder in West Northamptonshire

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder demonstrates a secure understanding of how to keep children safe and protect their welfare. She knows that concerns must be recorded, and she knows how to make safeguarding referrals to the relevant agencies. The childminder completes regular refresher training to ensure her knowledge of the types of abuse and the signs and symptoms remains up to date. n The childminder is committed to her ongoing professional development. She recognises the value of keeping her knowledge up to date and she takes a keen interest in doing training courses. The childminder continually reflects on her practice and will make adaptations to how she uses her play space and how she plans activities, to ensure she will continue to meet the needs of any children she is caring for. n The childminder knows how to plan activities to promote children's development. She understands the importance of following children's interests and offering

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activities that extend children's experiences and learning. The childminder knows how to plan a broad curriculum that will help children be ready for starting school when the time comes. n The childminder understands how to promote children's positive behaviour. She knows the importance of following a consistent approach, so children know what is expected of them. She follows strategies that help children learn to work together and cooperate with one another. n The childminder knows how to promote children's independence skills. She knows how to offer activities and resources that children can choose from for themselves and help tidy away when they have finished playing. The childminder understands the importance of enabling children to develop their physical skills and learn about the benefits of a healthy lifestyle. n The childminder explains how she promotes an inclusive service. She knows how to manage the different needs of children according to their age and ability. She

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This provision meets requirements

understands how children learn from each other. The childminder knows how to help the children recognise and celebrate individuality, and diversity, and show respect and tolerance to others. n The childminder speaks confidently about the importance of working in close partnership with children's parents. She understands that a consistent approach for children is beneficial for their feelings of well-being and belonging as well as for their development.

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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 EY482083 Local authority West Northamptonshire Inspection number 10236499 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 14 Date of previous inspection 5 October 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2014 and lives in Harpole, Northamptonshire. The childminder holds qualified teacher status. She operates all year round, from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Thursday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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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 spoke to the inspector about their intentions for children's learning. n The inspector viewed the areas of the premises to be used by children and discussed safety and risk assessments with the childminder. n The inspector discussed the safeguarding and welfare requirements with the childminder and took into consideration the suitability checks for the adults living in the household.

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Inspection activities

3 November 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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3 November 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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