Childminder in Stockport

Inspection date 19 August 2019 Previous inspection date 12 June 2015

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder is aware of her responsibility to protect children and keep them safe. She understands the child protection procedures to follow if she has a concern about children's welfare. The childminder demonstrates how she completes regular risk assessments and maintains the required adult-to-child ratios. n The well-qualified childminder understands how to provide an interesting and challenging educational programme. She explains how she uses planning systems to help to support younger children's progress towards the next steps in learning. n The childminder understands how to support children's awareness of healthy lifestyles. She explains how she provides a range of varied and healthy meals. The childminder encourages children to be physically active. She explains that children have many opportunities in the extensive garden and spacious play areas to climb, balance and take well-supervised risks.

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder recognises the benefits of working closely with parents and other professionals. She explains how this helps to provide continuity in supporting children's individual care and learning needs. n The childminder knows how to promote children's emotional and physical well-being. She is aware of the need to provide an inclusive service. For example, she has a wide range of toys to reflect the diverse community. She explains how she includes children's interests in her activities. n The childminder understands the importance of teaching children about positive behaviour. She explains how she provides a sensitive but consistent approach to teach children to respect others. The childminder recognises the benefit of using positive strategies, such as praise and reward systems. n The childminder knows how to evaluate her practice and understands how to involve others in this process. For example, she explains that she works closely with the local

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This provision meets requirements

authority advisers and provides support to other childminders. She demonstrates how she uses feedback and detailed action plans to make positive changes.

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This 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. Inspection activities

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This provision meets requirements

n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for children and undertake observation, assessment and planning. n The inspector discussed policies and procedures with the childminder and viewed some of the documentation that she will use when caring for children. n The inspector had a tour of the premises and discussed the equipment and toys available. n The inspector discussed the safeguarding and welfare requirements with the childminder and checked evidence of her suitability, training and qualifications. n The inspector discussed the childminders self-evaluation with her.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 501344 Local authority Stockport Inspection number 10120023 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 1 - 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 9 Date of previous inspection 12 June 2015

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Registers

The childminder registered in 1991 and lives in the Offerton area of Stockport. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a relevant qualification at level 3.

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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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