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n The premises are safe and secure. The childminder demonstrates a secure knowledge and understanding of how to keep children safe and protected from harm. She knows the procedures to follow, should she be concerned about children's welfare, or if there is an allegation made against herself or a household member. She attends safeguarding training and keeps this knowledge up to date. The childminder has a broad understanding of safeguarding issues, such as radicalisation and the 'Prevent' duty. n The childminder uses self-evaluation well to consider how to continually improve the setting. She keeps mandatory training up to date and seeks ways to further develop her knowledge and skills. The childminder understands the importance of partnership working. n The childminder confidently explains how she will provide children with a curriculum that follows their interests and builds on what they already know and

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can do. She talks about the range of learning opportunities she intends to provide. The childminder has thorough systems in place to assess children's learning and is aware of how to help children to make good or better progress. n The childminder establishes rules for the setting which include 'respect, care and love'. She intends to promote children's good behaviour, helping them to manage their own feelings and to develop positive attitudes towards their learning. The childminder discusses the importance of inclusion. She talks about how she will teach children about tolerance and respect for all people, cultures and religions, so that children are well prepared for life in the society in which they live. n The childminder describes how she intends to promote children's healthy eating and lifestyles. This includes encouraging good hygiene practices and providing children with healthy and nutritious food. She understands the importance of

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giving children frequent opportunities to be physically active and have access to fresh air. She has a good understanding of how to support children to develop their self-care skills.

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This provision meets requirements

There were no children in the early years age range present when this inspection took place. The findings in this report are based on evidence gathered from discussions with those who care for the children and an inspection of the premises, equipment and relevant documentation. Where there are no early years children present, no judgement is made on the quality of the early years provision as there is no reliable evidence on which to assess its impact on children. The report states whether the provider continues to meet the requirements of registration.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY560301 Local authority Oldham Inspection number 10190963 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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Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 1 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2018 and lives in Oldham. Sessions are Monday to Saturday, 7am to 7pm, all year round, excluding family holidays. The childminder is registered to provide overnight care.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the setting received since the COVID-19 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the setting and has taken that into account in his evaluation. n The childminder and the inspector completed a tour of the premises. n The inspector viewed the range of resources and toys that will be available to children. n A selection of relevant documentation was reviewed by the inspector, including evidence of the childminder's suitability and training, and her policies and procedures. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder to establish her knowledge and understanding of the requirements for the early years foundation stage.

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4 November 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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4 November 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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