Childminder in Stockport

Overall effectiveness Good

The quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Not Met (with actions)

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The provision is good

Children form secure bonds with the childminder and demonstrate that they feel safe. The environment is welcoming and homely. The childminder values children's unique identities and interests. The strong relationships between the childminder, children and their families help children to feel a sense of belonging. Due to COVID-19 (coronavirus) parents no longer come into the setting. Children have adapted well to this change in routine and enter with confidence.

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The provision is good

The childminder has high expectations for all children and has a good understanding of their individual learning needs. Children are keen to join in learning activities and demonstrate the ability to concentrate for extended periods of time and persevere with tasks. For example, young children take great pride in peeling fruit for themselves saying, 'I don't need help' and exclaiming 'Hooray' when they succeed. Children delight in imaginative play. They pretend to be dinosaurs and make up songs as they sing and dance together. Young children demonstrate their construction skills by building towers. At the same time, they name the colours independently and say 'one more' as they add an extra block.

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The provision is good

The childminder collects meaningful information from parents when children start in her care. This helps her to find out quickly what children already know. Observations of children during play informs accurate assessments. Children behave particularly well relative to their ages. They show real concern for their friends if they notice they are upset. The childminder helps children to learn to use good manners and to be kind. She is a positive role model.

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need to do better?

n The childminder is keen to reflect on her own practice and has addressed all actions from the previous inspection. Robust risk assessments are now in place to keep children safe at all times. n The childminder knows children well and plans a range of exciting activities to meet their interests. Children are keen to show their throwing, catching and kicking skills when playing with balls. They laugh hysterically when playing hide and seek, shouting 'found you'. The childminder works to address children's needs promptly. Children acquire skills in preparation for their future learning, such as the development of the small muscles in their hands. During daily routines for older children the childminder does not consistently recognise opportunities to challenge them even further. For example, they do not promote the use of knives and forks at mealtimes. n The childminder works closely with parents to maintain a consistent approach to

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need to do better?

children's care and learning. For instance, parents value the childminder's advice on toilet training. Parents comment that they feel well informed about their

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need to do better?

21 May 2021 children's routines and experiences. n Children enjoy lots of outings into the community. They regularly visit local shops and learn to identify items to be bought. They visit parks where they learn about wildlife and enjoy feeding the ducks. Children also improve their physical development and coordination when visiting playgrounds. These trips help them to understand about the wider world and to use their social skills. That said, the childminder is not fully confident on how to enhance children's learning about different communities and cultures. n Children are eager to take on tasks for themselves and show good levels of independence and self-confidence. Young children tidy away toys after they have played with them and before getting a new item to play with. Children choose to get a brush and sweep the kitchen floor after accidentally scattering it with sequins. They follow consistent hygiene routines, such as washing their

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hands before eating. Babies happily feed themselves finger foods at lunchtime, and are willing to try new foods. n The childminder supports the development of children's good communication and language skills. Children are read to on a regular basis and are developing a respect for books. They also sing traditional nursery rhymes throughout the day. The childminder is an active participant in children's imaginative play as they create a farmyard scene. Names of animals are reinforced and vocabulary relating to farming equipment introduced. Early mathematical language is naturally threaded though discussion by the childminder in the form of 'more' or 'less' and 'bigger' and 'smaller' during craft activities.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder is alert to signs of abuse and understands the local procedures to follow should there be concerns about a child's welfare. She demonstrates a sound understanding of wider safeguarding matters and maintains her training to ensure her knowledge is up to date. Should an allegation be made against themselves or a household member the childminder knows what to do and who to inform. Indoor and outside checks are completed to help to maintain a secure and hazard-free environment for children. Children are closely supervised and the childminder helps them learn them about keeping themselves safe.

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should:

n make sure that the level of challenge for children is consistently implemented, to support their development n focus professional development more precisely on helping children learn even more about the world around them.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY348696 Local authority Stockport Inspection number 10193855 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

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inspection

Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6 Date of previous inspection 25 September 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2007, lives in Cheadle area of Stockport and holds a relevant level 3 qualification in childcare. She operates all year round from 7.30am until 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the provider received since the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic began. The Inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The childminder completed, and discussed, a joint observation with the inspector. n The inspector took account of the views of parents in written feedback. n The inspector observed the quality of education and assessed the impact of this on children's learning. n The inspector spoke to the childminder and the children at appropriate times throughout the inspection.

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Inspection activities

21 May 2021 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

21 May 2021 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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