Langdown, Grace

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 applicable

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The provision is good

Children are happy and content in the care of the childminder. They have secure relationships with her which are evident from their cheerful and relaxed behaviour. The childminder supports children's emotional well-being effectively. She helps them to identify their emotions and look for ways to express them. Children become independent in their personal care through the ongoing support of the childminder. From an early age they learn basic hygiene tasks, such as washing their hands before meals and after outdoor play. The childminder further supports children's independence and self-care skills by encouraging them to put on their own puddle suits and boots prior to going out in the rain to play.

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The provision is good

Children learn about diversity and equality from an early age. They learn about and celebrate world festivals and special events from a variety of cultural calendars. The childminder uses research to provide children with new knowledge, and the tools to support their creative activities. This means children are able to secure their understanding of world around them and begin to build respect for all individuals.

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The provision is good

The childminder observes children and monitors their ongoing development. She establishes their starting points and builds on children's skills and interests to move their learning forward. The childminder has high expectations for children's learning and provides sufficient challenge in their day to enable them to gain new skills for their future learning.

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The provision is good

During the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic, the childminder has revisited her policies and procedures to make her home as safe as possible and free from infection. She has introduced a doorstep policy for parents to prevent additional adults coming into the home, and implements additional cleaning routines to ensure good hygiene.

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need to do better?

n The childminder has worked hard to provide a stimulating and exciting environment for children. There is an abundance of resources available for children that ignite their imagination and develop their interests. However, there are so many resources accessible in all areas of the environment, that children can sometimes become overwhelmed and distracted. n Parents speak highly of the childminder and the service she offers. She keeps them well informed about their child's day and includes them in all activities and milestones via verbal and electronic communication. This successful two-way flow of communication helps to make learning more meaningful for children. For example, information shared from home is woven into daily activities.

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need to do better?

24 June 2021 n The childminder keeps her knowledge of early years topics up to date by undertaking online training sessions. However, she has been unable to fully implement her new learning due to the wide variety of topics she has covered. This means self-evaluation is not as focused as it could be in regard to further developing observation, planning and assessments of children. n The childminder engages children in conversations and encourages them to ask questions of their peers and herself. Consistent discussions and comments, alongside play, support children's communication and extend their vocabulary. For example, the childminder offers a running commentary during imaginative play, which promotes lengthy discussions. n The childminder's passion for expressive arts and design is infectious. Children actively engage and delight in making creations and expressing themselves. As a result, windows are adorned children's creations. The childminder expertly brings

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need to do better?

in a variety of learning, such as counting, colour mixing and understanding the world, to support a wide range of learning aspects. Children are eager to show their work and share it with their families. n Children display positive behaviour. The childminder revisits being kind, helping others and sharing on a regular basis to ensure these elements are embedded in daily routines. Children are considerate of their peers and frequently offer each other support and comfort if they need it. n The childminder takes time to learn about children's preferences, in order to provide tailored experiences to support their ongoing learning. For instance, children explore museum drawers that the childminder has created. They investigate different stones, gems, bones and shells using magnifying glasses and touch. The childminder makes comments and asks pertinent questions that ensure children can begin to form links to personal experiences and new words.

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need to do better?

The extensive vocabulary used by the childminder, with simple explanations about items, helps children to build on their language development and understanding of the world around them.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a sound understanding of how to keep children safe from harm and is aware of all the necessary steps to take should she have any concerns about a child's welfare. Comprehensive policies and procedures support her knowledge and are shared with parents and carers. Regular training and reading help to keep the childminder fully informed of any changes to guidance or local procedures. She conducts regular risk assessments to support her in keeping children safe from harm, and encourages children to manage their own risks under careful supervision.

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should:

24 June 2021 n further develop self-evaluation to ensure all areas used for children's play are included, in order to monitor the environment and the provision of resources more precisely n utilise training to enhance plans for children's ongoing development through streamlined observation, assessment and planning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY559638 Local authority Manchester Inspection number 10190573 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 14 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2018 and lives in the Chorlton area of Greater Manchester. She operates between 7am and 7pm, Monday to Friday, all year round.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the childminder received since the COVID- 19 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the childminder and she has taken this into account in her evaluation of the setting. n The inspector and the childminder completed a learning walk of the setting and discussed the early years provision and the aims of the curriculum. n A range of the childminder's documentation was sampled by the inspector. This included policies, procedures and risk assessments. The childminder also checked evidence of the suitability of all adults living in the property. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder and children throughout the visit and evaluated the practice together. n The childminder obtained written feedback from parents for the inspection. This was viewed by the inspector, who took account of parents' views.

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Inspection activities

24 June 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

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