Childminder in Trafford

Overall effectiveness Good

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

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The provision is good

Children are extremely happy. They thoroughly enjoy their time with the childminder, in her home-from-home setting. The childminder is adamant that she wants to provide a good-quality and safe environment for children to laugh and learn. Due to the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic, parents have not been into the setting. However, children have adapted swiftly and separate from parents at the door with ease. The childminder ensured she continued to support children and families for the brief time her provision closed. One way she did this was by sending home suggestions of weekly activities for parents to do with children. She also shared home-made 'goodies' that she baked for them to enjoy.

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The provision is good

The childminder has high expectations of children. She teaches them the house rules and to become confident in their self-care. For example, even young children wash their own hands and faces and help with tidying up. Children use impeccable manners and listen to the childminder's requests. She sensitively explains what is expected when, very occasionally, behaviour is not appropriate. With support and encouragement, younger girls share toys and are rewarded with stickers and praise when they do so. This helps them to become confident, self-assured and relationships are strong.

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The provision is good

Children are motivated and keen learners. They delight in listening to stories and join in with repeated phrases. They use props to recreate a story, and eagerly peer through the telescope to find the hidden shark puppet. The childminder joins in with children's play. Together they engage in meaningful conversations about what they are doing. The childminder listens with interest and values their contribution. Children's communication and language is well supported and their speaking skills are excellent.

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need to do better?

n The childminder has improved her understanding of how to promote early mathematics. She accessed training and, as a result, she helps children to develop their awareness of number and concepts, such as full and empty. The childminder uses every opportunity to promote this area of learning. Children fill containers with water, sing number rhymes and completes puzzles where they compare size and shape. Children make sandwiches and cut them into pieces, using words such as 'half' and 'more'. n The childminder knows what she wants children to learn. She monitors their progress carefully and plans her curriculum to help children to achieve what they need to learn next. Boys expertly use tools, such as screwdrivers. They tighten and loosen nuts on construction toys as they make model vehicles. However, the childminder is often quick to intervene and overly directs children during some

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27 September 2021 activities and learning. This means children are not always given time to work things out for themselves and find solutions to the problems that they encounter. n Children often learn about the world around them and how important it is to take care of the environment. The childminder takes children litter picking. They also relish the responsibility of tending to a communal area where there are nettles and overgrown plants. The childminder teaches children about the risks associated with chopping the nettles down. She equips children with gloves and secateurs and they safely and responsibly ensure the area is safe for people in the local community. n The childminder discusses children's dietary needs with parents and accommodates any specific requirements. The childminder involves children in food preparation and teaches them about the benefits of eating fresh peppers, cucumber and tomatoes along with their sandwiches. Children follow good

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need to do better?

hygiene routines. They use colour-coded hand towels to prevent cross infection and brush their teeth after breakfast. Outdoor play, walks to school and exploring the local woodland also contribute towards children's healthy lifestyles. n The childminder has worked tirelessly since the last inspection to improve the quality of the provision. She has developed her understanding of how to promote positive behaviour. This has had a positive impact and children behave well. The childminder has engaged with support from the local authority adviser and has kept herself updated by undertaking further research. For example, she accessed training on supporting children's mental health, which provided her with ideas on how to support children and families during COVID-19. n The childminder recognises that the level of information shared between other settings that children attend and with parents whose children attend part time

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need to do better?

could be improved. They could work more collaboratively to help all children make the very best progress possible. Nonetheless, partnership with parents is good. They comment that the childminder shares advice with them and she is someone who they respect and turn to for support. Parents say they are updated with their children's achievements and they feel children are content in her care.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder is fully aware of child protection procedures. She knows how to report any concerns, including what to do in the event of an allegation being made against her, her assistant or a household member. The childminder has revised her risk assessments and the use of safety gates, so that children are able to play in a safe environment. When the childminder takes children on outings, she ensures she has her 'bum bag'. This contains first-aid equipment and important information required in the event of an emergency. The childminder and children also regularly practise the fire evacuation procedure. The childminder teaches older children and parents about the risks associated with online activity. She provides information for parents to show the importance of monitoring the use of children's screen time.

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should:

n give children enough time to follow their own ideas, work things out for themselves and solve problems as they play and learn n embed the proposed plans for sharing information with those involved in children's learning to provide more consistency in supporting their overall development.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY550159 Local authority Trafford Inspection number 10146250 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 12 Number of children on roll 7 Date of previous inspection 6 February 2020

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in Altrincham. She operates all year round, from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds qualified teacher status. She provides funded early education for three- and four-year-old children and also offers overnight care. The childminder occasionally works with an assistant.

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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 her evaluation of the provider. n The inspector viewed the premises and the intent of the curriculum was discussed. n Parents' views were obtained. n A joint observation was completed. n Relevant documentation was checked and discussed, such as policies and procedures. The inspector reviewed the childminder's self-evaluation and checked evidence of her suitability and the suitability of household members. n Children were spoken to and the childminder and inspector held ongoing discussions throughout the inspection. n The quality of teaching was observed and the inspector assessed the impact this has on children's learning.

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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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