Childminder 306694

Overall effectiveness Good

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

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The provision is good

Children are happy, safe and comfortable in their surroundings. They have plenty of space to explore indoors and outside. The playroom is inviting and well resourced. Children easily make choices from the wide range of equipment on offer. Children enjoy regular outings, for instance, to parks, play centres and toddler groups. They visit other childminders to engage in activities with their minded children. This helps to build their confidence in socialising with others.

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The provision is good

The childminder is well qualified. She aims for children to enjoy their experiences and advance in their development. She knows how to promote children's learning and she does this well. Children show enthusiasm as they engage in purposeful activities that support all areas of their learning. They enjoy completing puzzles and learning about shapes, colours, numbers and letters.

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The provision is good

The childminder has high expectations for children's behaviour. This is evident from the way that children behave. Children understand and follow the house rules. Young children are very polite. They frequently use good manners without any prompts from the childminder. Overall, the childminder maintains required records to promote children's welfare. However, she does not closely monitor her paperwork to help her avoid minor errors.

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n Children form close attachments to the childminder. They report that they like coming to her house and say, 'It's very fun'. They particularly enjoy the childminder's food and describe her toast as 'the best thing in the world'. n The childminder keeps children safe. She verifies the identity of visitors using a video doorbell. She constantly risk assesses her home to make sure everywhere is safe and secure. Children learn to keep themselves safe. They know what to do in the event of a fire. n The garden is a real asset. Children have ample space to run, explore and exercise outside. This benefits their physical health. Older children play football. Young children ride wheeled toys and enjoy pushing the dolls around in the buggy. n The childminder promotes children's literacy skills well. For example, she helps children to complete an alphabet jigsaw. She makes deliberate mistakes for children to correct. Children name objects that begin with each letter and they

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need to do better?

know that 'K' is for kangaroo. n Children develop a good understanding of early mathematics. They practise their counting skills and learn to name tricky shapes, such as 'oval' and 'diamond'. n The childminder provides clear explanations to help children to build their knowledge and vocabulary. One example of this is when she talks about bugs

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22 January 2020 and explains that a beetle is called an insect. n Children's behaviour is good. They show high levels of engagement and motivation. They are happy to express their needs and they are confident to ask for help when needed. n The childminder organises traditional tea parties to celebrate each child's birthday. All children really look forward to their special event. This is one example of how the childminder helps children to feel valued and included. n Professional development is targeted to further support children's needs. For example, the childminder attended training about supporting children's emotional well-being to help build their confidence when meeting new people. n The childminder has a comprehensive set of policies and procedures, which she shares with parents. Her records are well organised, but there are minor errors in the way she records medication administered to children.

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n Clear plans are in place to enhance experiences for children. For instance, the childminder intends to use a 'diversity pack' to gain new ideas for activities and broaden children's understanding of other cultures. n Parents report that they have complete trust in the childminder. They think she provides an excellent service and describe her as 'patient', 'dedicated' and 'highly professional'. n The childminder receives information about children's development from other settings they attend. This gives her a good overview of children's progress and promotes continuity in their learning.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a good understanding of her role and responsibilities in relation to child protection. She attends regular safeguarding training to keep her knowledge updated. This includes training on wider safeguarding matters, such as the 'Prevent' duty. Any concerns about children's welfare would be swiftly reported to the relevant authorities. At times, the childminder cares for a high number of older children after school. However, discussions show that she manages this safely. She follows consistent routines and procedures to ensure children's safety and well-being.

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should:

n monitor records more robustly to help identify and address errors, particularly in relation to recording parental consent to administer medication.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 306694 Local authority Stockport Inspection number 10132566 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 3 to 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 16 Date of previous inspection 15 May 2015

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1999 and lives in Hazel Grove, Stockport. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Thursday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate early years qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector talked to the childminder about how she organises her setting and how she plans and delivers the curriculum. n A joint evaluation of an activity was carried out by the inspector and the childminder. n Discussions were held with the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection. n Parents and children provided written feedback, which the inspector reviewed. n The inspector looked at a sample of documents, including evidence of the childminder's training and the suitability of household members.

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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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Inspection activities

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