Childminder in Stockport

Overall effectiveness Good

The quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Outstanding Personal development Good Leadership and management Good Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Good

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The provision is good

Children are happy in the childminder's home. They enjoy varied activities that keep them motivated in their learning. The childminder wants all children to achieve and she plans with a purpose. For example, she helps children learn about technology by taking them on train rides and outings to the airport. They observe how the train tracks move and what the different signals mean. Children also show an interest in the arrival and departure screens and learn why trains are sometimes delayed. These innovative experiences help children understand how technology is used for different purposes. The childminder also uses these experiences to teach children how to keep themselves safe on outings.

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The provision is good

Children behave exceptionally well, and their manners are impeccable. They play cooperatively, for example as they construct a marble run. Children show resilience and high levels of determination when they encounter problems fitting the pieces together. The childminder gives them lots of encouragement, so they keep trying until they finally succeed. Children demonstrate a positive attitude to learning. They are eager to help and tidy their toys away, without any prompting. They also enjoy the responsibilities of caring for the guinea pigs.

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The provision is good

The childminder has a good understanding of how to build on children's knowledge. She weaves mathematics into all activities, which helps them to develop a secure understanding of shape, space and measure and numbers. This works extremely well in practice. However, less emphasis is given on supporting children's vocabulary.

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need to do better?

n The childminder works closely with parents to support children's well-being. For example, she plans meaningful activities to help children prepare for a new baby sibling. Children relish washing the dolls, changing their nappies and learning how to hold them gently. The childminder ensures these role-play activities are readily available, so children can build on what they have already learned. n Children develop mathematical concepts from an early age. For example, young children count how many pieces of pepper they need to give to the guinea pigs. The childminder encourages them to think about one more and one less. They also learn about quantity as they share their marbles. The childminder provides rich and varied opportunities for children to explore different shapes. As a result, children are learning important mathematical skills that are appropriate for their age. n The childminder understands the benefits of reading with children from an early

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need to do better?

age. She offers a good selection of narratives and children's favourite books, such as the 'The Hungry Caterpillar', are readily available. Young children select

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need to do better?

17 December 2019 books independently and enjoy listening to the stories. The childminder speaks clearly and audibly, which supports their communication and listening skills. However, children have limited opportunities to learn new or tricky words during their everyday activities. This does not help them to develop a wide vocabulary. n Children are familiar with the daily routines and display high levels of confidence as they move around the childminder's home. They demonstrate a secure understanding of the rules. They take their shoes off when they arrive and know to sit at the table during snack time. The childminder provides lots of healthy food options. She also seeks ideas from parents to encourage their children to eat more fruit. For example, children enjoy grapes and yoghurt-coated fruit, which are favourites from home. n The outdoor activities are carefully planned to maximise children's learning. For

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example, children ride tricycles and make patterns with chalk in the large-paved front garden. They make dens in the back garden. They also experiment with quantities and measures as they use different-sized containers in the water and aqua play. These experiences further enhance children's mathematical development. n The childminder is accurate in her self-evaluation. She is aware of her strengths and strives to make continuous improvements, to ensure all areas of learning are covered well. The childminder communicates effectively with parents and keeps them up to date on all aspects of their children's care, learning and development. Parents speak highly of the childminder, and children are extremely happy and settled in her care.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a good understanding of keeping children safe. All areas of her home are clean, safe and secure. Children are supervised at all times and they use appropriate car seats when they are transported in the childminder's car. The childminder understands the procedures to follow if she has any child protection concerns. She also keeps her knowledge of safeguarding up to date through relevant training. The childminder implements her policies well. She does not allow mobile phones to be used in her home and ensures that children's confidentiality is maintained at all times.

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should:

n provide increased opportunities for children to extend and expand their vocabulary.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY383775 Local authority Stockport Inspection number 10074174 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 2 to 6 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4 Date of previous inspection 28 April 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2009 and lives in Heald Green, Stockport. She operates during term time only from 8am until 6pm, Monday to Friday. The childminder holds an early years qualification at level 3. She provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector observed the quality of education and the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector spoke to the childminder and children throughout the inspection. n The inspector spoke to a parent. n The inspector observed the childminder's interaction with the children throughout the inspection. n The inspector discussed the childminder's self-evaluation. n The inspector reviewed some documents, including the childminder's first-aid certificate.

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Inspection activities

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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