Childminder EY415628

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 1 August 2016 10 July 2014

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder has worked hard on the issues raised at her previous inspection to improve outcomes for children. The childminder now has a suitable understanding of how to monitor children's progress. This helps to support her in identifying any gaps in their learning and development, and to inform her planning.  The childminder has attended a paediatric first-aid course and child protection training. She now has an understanding of possible signs that children are at risk and the correct procedures to follow if she has any concerns about a child's welfare.  The childminder recognises the importance of working in partnership with parents. She explains how she will keep them well informed about their children's progress through regular face-to-face discussions and daily diaries. She will encourage parents to share information about their child's learning and development, likes and dislikes at home.

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder has knowledge of how children learn through play. She describes a range of fun experiences she will provide. Activities will be planned around the children's interests to promote learning and development across all areas of learning.  The childminder describes how she will offer an inclusive service where children learn to respect and value differences. She gives examples of how she will support children to learn about different cultures and faiths.  The childminder has a suitable knowledge of how to evaluate the quality of her practice and support her assistant. She involves parents and children to reflect upon things that have gone well and thinks about how they could be improved.  The childminder makes sure that she knows about children's dietary requirements when children first start. She will ensure to take into account any specific dietary needs when providing food.  The childminder has assessed her home to identify and minimise any potential hazards.

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The provision meets requirements

This supports her with providing a safe environment in which children can play.

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The provision meets requirements

There were no children 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 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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Inspection activities

 The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for children and undertake observation, assessment and planning.  The inspector looked at policies and documents the childminder will use when caring for children and reviewed evidence of the suitability checks for all adults living and working in the household.  The inspector and childminder toured the areas of the premises where childcare is to be provided.  The inspector and the childminder discussed toys, resources and equipment that she intends to use.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY415628 Local authority Manchester Inspection number 998271 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 0

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 10 July 2014

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2010 and lives in Chorlton, Manchester. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm on Monday to Friday, except for family holidays. The childminder will work with an assistant.

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Telephone number

This inspection was carried out by Ofsted 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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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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