Childminder in Manchester

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder is professional and well organised. She understands how young children learn and provides a broad range of resources. She knows how to plan exiting and challenging activities, indoors and outdoors, to help children to make good progress. The childminder understands how to monitor children's development and build on what they need to learn next. n The childminder is friendly and welcoming. She helps children to develop strong attachments and social skills. The childminder supports children to be independent and manage tasks for themselves. For example, children carry their own book bags, set the table for dinner and tidy away the toys. n The childminder understands her responsibility to safeguard children and protect them from harm. She recognises the signs that may indicate a child is at risk and knows the procedures to follow to report any concerns regarding their welfare. The childminder teaches children to manage risk. For example, they learn to

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cross the road safely, follow rules when using the trampoline and know how to contact the emergency services, if required. n The childminder has developed strong partnerships with parents and other professionals. She recognises the importance of sharing information to help to support children's individual needs and continuity in their learning. n The childminder describes how she supports children's behaviour in a positive manner. She teaches children to share and be kind to each other. She uses praise and celebrates children's unique achievements. They learn to respect others, behave well and use good manners. n The childminder teaches children about healthy lifestyles. For example, children help to design the menus and eat nutritious meals. They spend time outdoors and develop their physical skills by using the play equipment. n The childminder is proactive in reflecting on her practice to identify areas for

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improvement. She seeks views from the children and parents, and regularly attends training to increase her knowledge and skills.

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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 EY311987 Local authority Bromley Inspection number 10120552 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 4 to 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7 Date of previous inspection 23 March 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2005 and lives in Bromley, Kent. She operates from Monday to Thursday during term time, before and after school. The childminder holds a childcare qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n The childminder and inspector completed a learning walk and discussed how the curriculum is organised and implemented. n The inspector took account of parents' views from written feedback. n The inspector checked the suitability of adults living in the childminder's home. n The inspector sampled relevant documentation, including qualifications and public liability insurance. n The childminder and inspector held discussions about safeguarding and how the childminder reflects on the quality of her service.

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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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