Childminder in North Northamptonshire

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder, through discussion, demonstrates that she knows how to plan a stimulating curriculum. She is aware of her responsibility to regularly monitor children's assessment to enhance their ongoing development. For example, the childminder talks about how she uses this knowledge to identify next steps in children's learning and plan meaningful activities. n The childminder describes how she will provide a safe environment for children. She has a wide range of equipment and resources that support children's learning and development across the seven areas of learning. n The childminder understands the importance of providing children with a healthy lifestyle. For instance, when caring for children previously she provided opportunities for children to access daily exercise and fresh air. They visited local parks to see the ducks and access large, fixed equipment. n The childminder recognises the value of working in partnership with parents and

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other professionals to help support consistency in children's care and learning and promote best outcomes. n The childminder verbally demonstrated how she supports children's behaviour and emotional development. She understands the importance of promoting fundamental British values with children to encourage turn taking, respect and sharing with each other. n The childminder understands the importance of implementing effective suitability checks for assistants. For instance, she is aware of the importance of obtaining references and completing Disclosure and Barring Service checks n The childminder has a positive attitude towards her continuous professional development. She understands the importance of keeping her knowledge and skills up to date. The childminder explains how she regularly completes training.

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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 EY367168 Local authority Sutton Inspection number 10316984 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 11 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 25 May 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2008. She lives in Carshalton, which is located in the London Borough of Sutton. The childminder provides care for children Monday to Friday from 8am to 6pm, for most of the year. The childminder works with two assistants.

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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 discussed with the childminder how she intends to promote children's learning and development. n The childminder and the inspector looked at the available space for childminding and some of the resources the childminder will use. n The inspector viewed relevant documentation, including the childminder's public liability insurance and paediatric first-aid qualification. n The inspector discussed the safeguarding and welfare requirements with the childminder and took into consideration the suitability checks of adults on the premises.

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Inspection activities

19 January 2024 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 2024 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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