Childminder in Stockport

Overall effectiveness Outstanding

The quality of education Outstanding Behaviour and attitudes Outstanding Personal development Outstanding Leadership and management Outstanding Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Not applicable

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The provision is outstanding

Children flourish and are extremely settled and happy in the childminder's home. The childminder provides an exceptionally welcoming and nurturing environment. Children demonstrate high levels of emotional security. They interact with visitors exceedingly well and confidently share their learning and experiences. For example, they ask visitors, 'What's your name?' and explain that they are sorting the pom- poms into different colours. All children, including toddlers, make excellent progress in their mathematical development. They confidently name two- dimensional shapes and count objects reliably from one to seven. Children use language such as 'big', 'bigger', 'small' and 'smaller'. This supports children to develop the early mathematical skills that they need for future learning and school. The childminder is very aware of children's emotional needs and always offers comfort and support. Children play together in harmony. They develop a very good

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The provision is outstanding

understanding of how their actions affect the feelings of others. Children behave exceptionally well.

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The provision is outstanding

The well-qualified and dedicated childminder has high expectations for all children. She makes maximum use of every opportunity to extend children's learning. For example, children learn to use knives safely when cutting bananas at snack time. They count how many pieces of banana they have and develop excellent social skills. The childminder is exceptionally knowledgeable about the early years foundation stage. She is extremely well organised and plans highly effectively for children's next steps in learning. Children are highly motivated and engaged in their chosen activities.

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need to do better?

n The childminder has worked exceptionally hard since registration to provide children with the highest-quality care and education. She seeks out information and accesses relevant training to improve her knowledge and teaching skills. For example, she has completed training in speech and language development and managing children's feelings and emotions. This has a highly positive impact on children's expressive language. Children show exceptionally high levels of engagement. n The childminder knows why she cares for and educates children in the way she does. She has an in-depth understanding of what children need to learn and has specific learning intentions for all activities she provides. For example, when children start to show an interest in naming colours, she takes them on a visit to the aquarium to look at the different colours of the fish. n The childminder skilfully adapts her teaching methods to meet the individual

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learning needs of the children in her care. For example, she simplifies stories to help young children to understand what is happening. Children demonstrate a

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6 November 2019 genuine love of books and reading. They sit on cushions, snuggle up to the childminder and listen attentively. The childminder moves her finger along the words as she reads. This helps children to learn that words carry meaning and develop excellent early literacy skills in readiness for future learning and school. n The impact of the childminder's teaching is astounding. She encourages children to talk about stories and asks them questions such as, 'What sounds do you think fireworks make?' When children say 'bang', the childminder says, 'That's a good describing word'. She teaches children new words such as, 'fizz, 'wheee' and 'whoosh', to extend their vocabulary. n The childminder observes children's play and makes excellent use of this information to accurately assess their development. She tracks children's progress extremely well. This helps the childminder to identify any gaps in

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children's learning and seek external intervention, if necessary. This contributes to children's high levels of achievement. n The childminder self-evaluates extremely well. She seeks out the views of parents and children and she listens and responds to their ideas. The childminder completes detailed action plans and the impact of any improvements on children's learning. She has exciting plans to seek out forest school activities to further enhance children's outdoor learning experiences. n The childminder provides children with a wealth of opportunities to explore the wider world. For example, she takes them to visit a number of quality local community groups, where they learn to socialise with other adults and children. Children have excellent opportunities to learn about and respect the similarities and differences between people and communities. n The childminder provides children with highly nutritious, home-cooked meals to

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suit their individual dietary requirements. Children benefit from a wealth of exciting opportunities to access fresh air and physical exercise, for example on nature trails. This has a positive impact on their excellent health and well-being. n The childminder works extremely well with parents, external professionals and schools that some children also attend. This helps to promote excellent levels of consistency and continuity for all children. Parents describe the childminder as 'amazing' and 'professional'. They are particularly appreciative of the advice they receive about how to help to promote children's learning at home.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder places the highest priority on safeguarding. She demonstrates high levels of confidence when she speaks about the signs and symptoms that could indicate a child is at risk of harm. The childminder has a thorough understanding of the referral procedures to follow should she have concerns about the safety or welfare of a child. She undertakes regular safeguarding training to ensure she updates her knowledge about any new legislation, child protection guidance or practice. The childminder risk assesses her home and garden rigorously to ensure children can play in safety. She provides an excellent range of resources that are safe and appropriate for the ages of the children who attend.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY550936 Local authority Stockport Inspection number 10126881 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 0 to 7 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in Heald Green, Stockport. She operates all year round, from 7.30am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds qualified teacher status.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector observed the quality of teaching and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The childminder evaluated the quality of her teaching with the inspector, following a planned adult-led activity. n The inspector talked to children and the childminder throughout the inspection. She discussed with the childminder how she observes, assesses and plans for children's learning. n Relevant documentation, such as safeguarding policies and procedures and evidence of the suitability of the childminder and other adults living on the premises, was checked by the inspector. n A parent spoke to the inspector and shared her views of the setting. The inspector also took account of the views of parents from written feedback obtained by the childminder.

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Inspection activities

6 November 2019 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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6 November 2019 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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