Childminder in Manchester

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands her responsibility to safeguard children. She regularly completes safeguarding training with her host school to update her good knowledge of child protection procedures. The childminder is aware of the possible signs that could suggest a child is at risk of harm. She knows the correct procedure to follow if she has any concerns. The childminder explains how she provides a safe environment for children. She holds an up-to-date paediatric first-aid certificate and carries out risk assessments of her home. Children practise fire drills regularly and understand the procedures to follow in the event of a fire. n The childminder explains how she continually reflects on her practice through regular discussions with parents and children. This helps her to identify further ways to build on her good practice. Children have opportunities to be involved in decision-making about the activities and resources offered. The qualified and

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experienced childminder benefits from training opportunities at the host school to continually strengthen her skills and practice. n The childminder explains how she keeps children safe on their walk to and from school. She has created a journey map for children to help them to plan their route and identify areas that they must stop, look and listen. The childminder uses photographs to help children recognise and pre-empt any dangers on their journey. This helps children to identify risks and learn how to keep themselves safe. The childminder explains how she has high expectations for children's behaviour and that children respond to these very well. n The childminder understands how to promote children's sense of security in her care. She offers settling-in visits for children before they start in her setting. This helps them to quickly become settled and secure in their new environment. These visits allow parents to build a trusting partnership with the childminder

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from the outset. n Parents speak very highly of the care provided. They state that the childminder offers a relaxing and sociable environment for children. They comment on the childminder's warm nature and friendly manner. n The childminder understands how to create an inclusive environment where diversity is highly valued. She explains that she is a good role model and treats children with high levels of respect. The childminder has a budgerigar in her home that children help to care for. The childminder explains that the pet has a calming effect on children's emotional well-being. Children with additional needs spend time talking to the bird. This helps them to regulate their feelings and offers them a quiet space to reflect. n The childminder recognises the importance of partnership working with the host school. She works at their premises during the day and cares for children in her home before and after school. The childminder explains that this complements

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her practice and enables her to find out what children learn during their day at school. She discusses how she uses this knowledge to promote continuity of children's care and learning in her home. The childminder takes into account

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This provision meets requirements

4 December 2019 children's interests when planning activities.

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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 EY475652 Local authority Kirklees Inspection number 10075788 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 9 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 14 Date of previous inspection 14 June 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2014 and lives in Holmfirth. She operates during term time only from 7.30am until 9am and 3.30pm until 6pm Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a relevant qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector held safeguarding discussions with the childminder. n The inspector looked at documentation, including suitability checks, public liability insurance and qualification certificates. n Parents spoke to the inspector and gave their views about the childminder. The inspector also viewed written feedback provided by parents. n The inspector viewed all areas of the premises used by the children.

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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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4 December 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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