Childminder in Salford

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands how children learn and develop. She knows how to plan activities that cover all areas of learning. She discusses how these need to complement children's unique ways of learning. This helps children to make the progress they are capable of and be ready for future learning. n The childminder understands the benefits of children spending time outdoors and receiving lots of fresh air and regular exercise. She plans many opportunities for children to visit places of interest and explore safely away from her home. For example, walks in the local area, attending toddler groups and visits to the library. These also support children to develop their self-confidence and self- esteem away from her home and provide further opportunities to meet new people. n The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of how she will support children to settle and form strong bonds with her. She explains how she will

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work in partnership with parents and others involved in children's learning and care. This is to ensure what she provides for children meets their individual needs and supports their emotional security. n The childminder demonstrates a clear understanding of keeping children safe. She has a secure knowledge of safeguarding procedures and knows what to do and who to contact in the event of a concern. Her home is safe and secure. n The childminder has all required documentation in place and ready for inspection. She holds a valid paediatric first-aid qualification and has public liability insurance. This means children are safe to be in her care. In addition, she assesses the risks which may arise in her home and on any outings to further minimise potential dangers to children and help keep them safe. n The childminder explains how she intends to support children's good health and well-being. For example, she would provide healthy snacks and support parents

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to provide a nutritious packed lunch for their child. She will always have fresh drinking water available. This also supports children's good oral health. n The childminder explains how she will support children's behaviour and how she will help them to develop good social skills. This includes talking to children about her expectations and role modelling how to act when dealing with difficult social situations. She understands how to apply age-appropriate sanctions to deal with any unwanted behaviour. The childminder understands the importance of sharing strategies with parents and carers to ensure children receive consistent messages. n The childminder is very knowledgeable and experienced. She regularly attends training and makes links with other childminders and the local authority to keep abreast of any new early years developments. The childmnder discusses how she will gather and use the views of parents and children to ensure she

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continually reflects on the quality of service she provides.

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16 May 2022 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 307230 Local authority Salford Inspection number 10144074 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 0 Date of previous inspection 13 February 2015

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder was registered in 1989 and lives in Swinton, Salford. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the provider received since the COVID-19 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises which the inspector assessed the safety and suitability of, while discussing the resources that the childminder intends to use with children. n The inspector reviewed a range of documents, including the policies and procedures the childminder intends to use. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder about how she would meet the care and learning needs of children. n The inspector spoke to the childminder to establish her knowledge and understanding of her safeguarding responsibilities.

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16 May 2022 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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16 May 2022 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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