Childminder in Tameside

Overall effectiveness Good

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

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The provision is good

The childminder is ambitious for all children in her care. She organises the curriculum effectively and, as a result, children are eager to learn. Children thoroughly enjoy the activities provided and they are keen to have a go. For example, toddlers use their finger muscles as they carefully glue sequins on to the autumn leaves. They do this with precision and create colourful pieces of artwork. Babies enjoy making different sounds by shaking the sequin container, which helps to develop their creativity. All children remain focused and display high levels of engagement.

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The provision is good

Children's learning is further enhanced because the childminder provides a safe and high-quality learning environment. Consequently, children are secure and display confidence as they freely explore the toys and activities provided.

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The provision is good

During the COVID-19 pandemic, children did not miss out on important learning. The childminder shared ideas with parents, so that they could continue to support their children's learning at home. Four-year-old children also benefited because the childminder supported their remote education when they were unable to attend school. As a result, children continued to learn and make good progress.

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need to do better?

n The childminder is committed to giving children the best start. She ensures that pre-school children are prepared for their transition to school, for example by helping them to manage their own care needs. During government restrictions, the childminder worked closely with teachers at school, to support children's remote education. For example, she planned and implemented activities that matched school topics, such as 'Goldilocks and the Three Bears'. The childminder used these activities to help children to practise their scissor control as they cut out different-sized chairs. Children also learned about comparisons relating to size. n The childminder ensures that activities build on children's previous learning. This is particularly the case in supporting children's physical development. For example, the childminder gives babies lots of 'tummy time' to strengthen their core. As babies become more mobile, she organises the environment so that

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they can hold sturdy furnishings as they pull themselves to stand. The childminder then provides lots of space and encouragement, so that babies can practise their walking with confidence. n Children are confident and happy in the safe environment. They settle incredibly well and benefit from consistent routines, which provide continuity in their care and learning. For example, after breakfast, the childminder takes children on outings to places of interest, such as the park, playgroup or museums. These

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3 November 2021 experiences help children to gain some awareness and understanding of the world. However, children have limited opportunities to learn about similarities and differences between themselves and people in their community. n Partnerships are a strength and greatly enhance children's learning. The childminder works closely with parents to find out what children know and can do. She uses this information to give children the right support to help them achieve. During government restrictions, the childminder joined online discussions with teachers at school, which helped to support children's remote education. The childminder also ensures progress checks for children aged between two and three years are completed to coincide with health visitor checks. These approaches positively support integrated working, which provide enormous benefits for children. n The childminder has made considerable changes following a period of

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turbulence. These changes have improved all aspects of her childminding provision. Most notably, is the organisation of the environment. All areas used by children are clean, safe and extremely child focused. As a result, children's safety and comfort are fully assured. n The childminder provides a language-rich environment. She reads stories to children and provides narratives as they play. Consequently, children are exposed to new words, which helps to widen their vocabulary. Although the childminder asks children questions to get them talking, most questions prompt a 'yes' or 'no' answer. This does not help children to think harder and respond with more words.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder carries out risk assessments to identify hazards in the home. She has recently identified the back garden is not safe for children. As a result, she takes children on outings. These trips which the childminder also assesses for risks, enable children to benefit from fresh air and physical play opportunities. The childminder supervises children well. For example, sleeping children are in sight at all times, which promotes their safety.

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Safeguarding

The childminder is trained to recognise the signs and indicators of abuse. She is fully aware of the procedures to follow if she has any concerns about a child in her care. The childminder is also qualified to administer first aid. Consequently, she can respond appropriately if a child sustains an injury. Overall, children's safety and well-being are assured.

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should:

3 November 2021 n develop questioning techniques to give children time to think harder and respond using more words n increase opportunities for children to learn about similarities and differences between themselves and people in their community, to help deepen their knowledge of the wider world.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY484640 Local authority Tameside Inspection number 10206129 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 3 Date of previous inspection 28 October 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2014 and lives in Denton, Tameside. She operates all year round, from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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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 has taken that into account in their evaluation of the setting. n Discussions were held with the childminder throughout the inspection. n The inspector observed the quality of education and the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector viewed all areas of the childminder's home, including the back garden. n The childminder and inspector evaluated an activity. n The inspector viewed a sample of documentation, including training certificates and children's records.

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Inspection activities

3 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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3 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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