Childminder in West 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 Not applicable

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The provision is good

Children are excited to attend the childminder's warm and welcoming home. They have developed close bonds and show they feel safe and secure as they take hold of the childminder's hand and lead her to play. Children create their own learning as they access a wide range of resources and activities. For instance, they use the toy kitchen to prepare pretend food. The childminder engages in children's imaginary play as she follows their lead as they question what food she would like to eat. Children are given many opportunities to lead and extend their learning, which builds their confidence and promotes their sense of belonging.

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The provision is good

Children excitedly giggle and laugh as they play peek-a-boo with coloured scarves. Older children name the colours as babies pull scarves off their heads and say 'boo.' The childminder supports children to take risks and helps them to learn how to keep themselves safe. For instance, children follow rules and know not to go too close to the edge, when feeding the ducks at the lake. The childminder has high expectations and children make good progress while in her care. They develop the skills and understanding they need for their future learning.

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need to do better?

n The childminder gathers information from parents during settling-in sessions to identify children's starting points. She uses her ongoing observations and assessments to find what children can do. This information supports her to provide activities that enrich children's development. n The childminder plans activities to suit the developmental needs of the children, while using their interests to engage them. For example, children enthusiastically use paint to recreate fireworks, talking about their recent experiences. This supports children to develop a positive attitude to learning. n The childminder develops children's language through modelling speech and responding to children in an age-appropriate way. The childminder effectively encourages younger children to repeat single words, such as 'pop' and 'bang.' She skilfully introduces older children to more challenging words. For instance, they learn words such as crackle, explosion and sparkle, as they take part in a

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firework activity. n Children independently access a wide choice of resources to develop their play ideas. However, the childminder does not always support and engage younger children to take part in planned activities to build their listening and attention skills. n The childminder enthusiastically joins in children's play. She dances to music as children squeal and dance along with delight. However, although children's behaviour is good, at times, their excitement can lead to hectic moments as they are unsure of how to self-regulate their behaviour.

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7 November 2022 n Children enjoy visits to local parks and playgrounds to ensure that they get exercise and a chance to develop their physical skills. This also enhances their social development as they meet others and interact with larger groups of children. n Relationships with parents are strong. The childminder knows the children and their families well and works closely with them to meet any specific care needs. Parents are happy with the care provided by the childminder and the communication they receive regarding their children's learning and development. The childminder shares ideas to enable parents to continue to support children's learning at home. This helps to ensure children's good progress. n Children are developing their sense of independence. They learn to use cutlery to butter their crumpets and scoop fruit from a bowl. Children learn good hygiene practices and are increasingly independent when managing personal

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needs. For example, babies and toddlers know to go to the changing mat to have their nappies changed. n The childminder is passionate about her role and keeping children safe. She attends training with the local authority and watches webinars to extend her knowledge further. She meets with childminders at support groups to share good practice and keeps up to date with current issues. This positively impacts children's learning and development.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has good knowledge of safeguarding. She is aware of the signs of abuse and has a good understanding of the procedures to follow if she has any concerns about a child in her care. The childminder is confident to report concerns to the correct agencies, including any allegations made against herself or a member of her household. She is aware of local safeguarding concerns, such as county lines and how to recognise when a child is at risk of extremist views. The childminder carries out regular risk assessments on the premises and identifies and removes any hazards. This ensures a safe play environment for children.

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should:

n adapt adult-led activities to engage younger children for longer periods and develop their listening and attention skills further n strengthen support for children to help them regulate their behaviour and calm themselves after exciting activities.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2584142 Local authority West Northamptonshire Inspection number 10251083 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 16 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2020 and lives in Brackley, Northamptonshire. She operates all year round, from 7am until 5pm, Monday to Thursday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an early years 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 it is safe and suitable. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about her intentions 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 and assessed the impact that this was having on children's learning. 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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