Childminder in West Northamptonshire

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder discussed her understanding of safeguarding procedures and practices. She discussed the different types of abuse children can be subjected to and the signs and symptoms to be alert to. The childminder is aware of who she would report concerns to about minded children and adults in her home. She has attended recent designated safeguarding lead and 'Prevent' duty training, which helps to keep her safeguarding knowledge up to date. n The childminder discussed how she would risk assess areas children would use in her home and how she would keep children safe. For example, she discussed her fire evacuation process and how she checks the garden before children use it. n The childminder discussed how she will support children's learning and development. She gave examples of the types of activities she would provide to children of different ages to enable them to develop across the seven areas of

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learning. The childminder showed a sample of resources she would use, inside and outside, such as books, tricycles and role-play items. She discussed how she would carry out observations on children to monitor their learning. n The childminder discussed how she would support children's behaviour. She described how she would model good behaviour and encourage children to share and be kind to others. She also explained that she would support children to learn about rules and boundaries in age-appropriate ways. n Through discussion, the childminder explained how she will support children's independence skills by encouraging them to learn how to dress themselves, such as putting on their own coats and shoes. She discussed how it is important to support children to become as independent as possible, in preparation for when they go to school. n The childminder understands the importance of working in partnership with

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parents. She offers settling-in sessions to meet new children and their parents to gather information on children's development and routines. The childminder discussed how she would share information with parents about their children's learning and development. For example, she would use a communication book to share pictures of activities children have taken part in. n The childminder discussed how she would recognise and act upon gaps in children's learning. She also talked about the other professionals she would reach out to for advice and support to help meet children's needs. n The childminder recognises the importance of promoting healthy living. She discussed how she would talk to children about healthy foods. She also explained how she would provide daily outdoor activities to support children's physical development. n The childminder discussed how she would support children to learn about the

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world around them by, for example, taking them out in the community and celebrating different religious festivals.

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19 January 2023 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 EY454713 Local authority West Northamptonshire Inspection number 10235992 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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Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 27 January 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2012 and lives in Daventry, Northamptonshire. She operates all year round, Monday to Friday, from 7am until 6.30pm, except for bank holidays, between Christmas and New Year and family holidays. The childminder holds a relevant level 3 qualification.

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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 inspector viewed the provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation and reviewed evidence of the suitability of all those within the childminder's home. n The inspector spoke to the childminder about how she will keep children safe. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about how she will support children's learning and development.

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19 January 2023 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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19 January 2023 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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