Childminder in Tameside

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of how to protect children from harm. For example, she describes how she would check her home daily for hazards, and risk assess prior to taking children on outings. The childminder is able to identify the potential signs of abuse and neglect. She knows what to do in the event of a concern arising. n The childminder recognises the importance of working closely with parents from the outset. She talks about how she intends to gather information regarding children's care routines and what children know and can do. The childminder plans to use a range of methods to continually engage parents in two-way information sharing. n The childminder has high expectations for the quality of her provision. She plans to involve parents and children when making improvements and changes. For example, she explains how she intends to use suggestion boxes and regular questionnaires to gather feedback. The childminder has improved many aspects

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of her provision since her previous inspection, including enhancing her outdoor area. n The childminder describes how she plans to provide an inclusive setting for all children and families to access. She understands how to adapt her setting and the curriculum to ensure that all children benefit from good-quality learning opportunities. n The childminder recognises the importance of teaching children about their local community and the wider world. She explains how she could help to raise children's awareness of a range of cultures and religions, for example, through activities, celebrations, outings and resources such as small-world people. n The childminder clearly explains how to promote children's positive behaviour. She is knowledgeable about the different methods that she can use to support children to manage and regulate their feelings. n The childminder understands how young children learn and develop. She

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describes how she intends to use what she knows about children to build on their learning. The childminder describes how she plans to provide activities for children with sufficient challenge across the seven areas of learning.

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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.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY416626 Local authority Tameside Inspection number 10072111 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 5 to 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7 Date of previous inspection 19 November 2015

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2010 and lives in Denton, Manchester. She operates from Monday to Friday all year round, except for bank holidays and family holidays. Sessions are from 7.30am to 9am and 3.30pm to 5.30pm during term time, and from 7.30am to 5.30pm during school holidays.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector observed the areas of the premises, resources and equipment that are to be used for childminding. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder regarding how she intends to deliver the learning and development requirements. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder regarding her knowledge of the safeguarding and welfare requirements. n The inspector viewed documents, including policies and procedures, training certificates and evidence of the suitability of persons living and working in the household.

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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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