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n The childminder is highly reflective about her practice and has made significant improvements since her previous inspection. She explains how she has worked closely with advisors to improve her knowledge of delivering early education to children in her care. She has increased the range of resources to better support children's literacy and early language. She ensures that children can select their own books to help develop their independence. She explains that she reads to children with increased frequency and sings familiar songs to them every day. The childminder follows children's interests in resources such as play dough. She uses this to plan activities which help develop children's finger muscles in preparation for early writing. To support this further she provides children with a wide range of materials to help them develop their mark-making skills. n The childminder understand the importance of helping children learn about

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healthy lifestyles and the importance of oral health. She ensures that children can always access fresh drinking water independently. At mealtimes there is always a wide selection of fruit and vegetables included. Children practise brushing their teeth in the childminder's care, and she also provides toothbrushes and toothpaste to families to best support children's dental health. Good hygiene practices are now well in place. The childminder explains thorough routines for handwashing and how she teaches children why this is so important. n Partnership working is a strength of the childminder. She works closely with other settings that children in her care attend. This means that she is able to consolidate learning children have started in nursery, to help embed this new knowledge more securely. The childminder also provides parents with detailed information about how children are progressing, and gives ideas of how to

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extend learning to home. n The childminder has, through training, enhanced her knowledge and understanding of matters relating to child protection. She has a detailed understanding of potential indicators of abuse and knows where and how to report any concerns that may arise. She knows precisely what to do in the event of an allegation being made against herself or a household member. She is alert to any changes in children's family circumstances that may lead to increased vulnerability. She has developed a secure understanding of other safeguarding matters, such as female genital mutilation, radicalisation and extremism, and criminal exploitation. Since the previous inspection, she has made changes to her policy regarding electronic devices. This now means that older children attending cannot use mobile phones or tablets in her setting. n The childminder understands the importance of providing children with

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experiences that they might not otherwise have. She takes children on outings to local libraries and toddler groups. This gives children the opportunity to socialise with a wider group of children in a different environment. She also plans a range of exciting activities in order to teach children about various cultural celebrations, which helps them learn about the wider world.

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25 April 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 EY370887 Local authority Tameside Inspection number 10216671 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 7 Date of previous inspection 8 November 2021

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2008 and lives in Dukinfield, Tameside. 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 The inspector discussed any continued impact of the pandemic with the provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The inspector viewed all areas of the premises, including the back garden. n Discussions were held with the childminder throughout the inspection. n The inspector reviewed some documents, including the childminder's first-aid certificate. n The inspector considered how the childminder works in partnership with parents and others.

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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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25 April 2022 25 April 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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