Childminder in Trafford

Overall effectiveness Outstanding

The quality of education Outstanding Behaviour and attitudes Outstanding Personal development Outstanding Leadership and management Outstanding Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Not applicable

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The provision is outstanding

Children thrive in the care of the passionate, enthusiastic and highly skilled childminder. They are given the best possible opportunities to engage in, which supports their learning and development to a very high standard. The childminder ensures children are at the centre of everything she does, each day. The exciting range of activities give the children ownership of their environment. They confidently select resources and complete tasks that link to their interests and push their development forward.

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The provision is outstanding

The childminder has worked tirelessly throughout the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic to keep children engaged. As a result, they have continued on their excellent learning journey from home, alongside their parents, with clever input from the childminder. She undertook regular online sessions and story times with the children to ensure they maintained positive relationships. Activity bags were delivered to doorsteps to ensure children had resources for activities that linked to the online session. Parents were given advice and guidance on supporting their child's learning at home. As a result, children are fiercely independent, self- motivated and confident in their learning environment.

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The provision is outstanding

Children have an extremely positive attitude to learning. They are enthusiastic and show a desire to learn new things. Children's behaviour is exceptional. They are taught to be kind, considerate and respectful. Regular conversations about thoughts and feelings support this positive attitude. Partnership working with parents helps to swiftly identify any challenging behaviours. Plans are put in place to support children in understanding their behaviour and identify ways to respond to their feelings positively.

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need to do better?

n The childminder's expert knowledge of how children learn enables her to subtly weave all areas of learning through opportunities given to children. She tailors activities to include children's interests and learning styles, while remaining focused on the best outcomes. For example, as children explore the nature table, discussions take place around the seasons, animals, shape colour and texture. Older children are given opportunities to consider sequencing and to solve simple mathematical problems. This supports children's thirst for learning and their inquisitive nature. n Detailed observations and tracking of children's progress show how they are rapidly moving forward in their learning. The childminder monitors children's outcomes and uses this to plan motivational and stimulating activities, both indoors and outdoors, to move learning to the next level. Gaps in learning are promptly identified and action plans are created to further support development.

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6 July 2021 n Children delight in learning about the world around them. They grasp each bit of knowledge and show sheer enjoyment when retelling the events of the day, week, and year. Children have successfully released butterflies into the world. They observed how caterpillars changed over the weeks they looked after them. Details about the cocoons are eagerly shared, along with descriptive conversations about how the butterflies emerge from their home to dry out their wings. This shows how children embrace their learning and develop a passion for gaining knowledge. n The childminder places great emphasis on giving children a voice. She gives them the opportunity to ask questions, she listens attentively and responds in the most effective way. The childminder has fostered an environment where children can speak about anything, as they know they are safe to do so. As a result, children are inspired to seek out knowledge, make comments throughout

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activities and story times, and share information they have gathered. Younger children begin to learn this early, every noise, utterance or word is responded to with enthusiasm by the childminder. n Partnership working is first class. Parents are fully engaged in the learning experience of their children. They actively participate in home learning and in discussions about children's development. Feedback and home observations are given to the childminder through the online system. These are utilised to inform future activities alongside the childminder's plans. Parents praise the work the childminder does, and the fantastic activities offered to their children. n Robust reflection and evaluation by the childminder mean the provision can move from strength to strength. She considers ways to improve practice which will have a positive impact on children's outcomes and their enjoyment. The childminder actively seeks out training sessions and researches topics to raise

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the quality of learning even higher. For example, she has explored how to support children's physical and mental well-being following a challenging year. She has made subtle changes to practice to support their all round health and well-being. n Children learn about their diverse world through expertly planned activities. They keenly participate in story times, craft sessions and food tasting to learn about cultures and festivals. For instance, children retell the story of 'The Great Race' to explain Chinese New Year and delight in revealing which animal they are. This holistic approach helps children to have a well-rounded understanding of festivals and their meanings.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

Children are exceptionally safe in the care of this skilled and knowledgeable childminder. She is acutely aware of the signs and symptoms of abuse and neglect and what she would do if concerned about a child's welfare. The childminder speaks about exercising her professional curiosity to ensure any concerns are addressed and acted upon. Children are empowered to protect themselves. She has worked in conjunction with parents to deliver a programme of awareness, in

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Safeguarding

6 July 2021 order to give children the tools to help keep themselves safe from harm. They learn about what is acceptable contact, what crosses the boundaries of personal space and how to take and manage risks in their environment. This means children are not afraid to use their voice or seek help if needed.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY551367 Local authority Trafford Inspection number 10174082 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 9 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in the Urmston area of Greater Manchester. She provides childcare each weekday from 7.30am to 6pm, all year round except family holidays and bank holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate level 3 qualification.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the setting received since the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the setting. n The childminder took the inspector on a learning walk of the environment. They observed and evaluated children's play together and discussed outcomes for learning. n Discussions took place between the inspector, childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection. n The verbal and written views of parents were taken into account. n The inspector sampled a range of documentation used by the childminder and checked the suitability of all adults living in the home.

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Inspection activities

6 July 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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6 July 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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