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 Not applicable

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The provision is good

Children develop well in the welcoming, safe and homely environment that the childminder has successfully created. They are very happy, content and confident. Children are incredibly supportive of each other and their behaviour is impeccable. They play alongside each other, sharing their toys and taking turns. Children benefit a great deal from regular outings which extend their learning. For example, the childminder takes them to local stay-and-play sessions where they are able to develop their social skills when meeting new people. Children have excellent communication and language skills. They speak clearly, with ease and often use complex sentences. For example, when asked by the childminder when we would see a rainbow, they say, 'When the sun is shining, but we also have rain.'

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The provision is good

The childminder has high expectations for all the children. When children believe they cannot do something, the childminder will encourage them to learn together. Children are given plenty of time to develop new skills. They appreciate the support and encouragement from the childminder to keep trying. When they find something challenging, such as making their own sandcastle, they persevere. Children add water to the sand, allowing them to achieve their aim. Consequently, children are confident to have a go at things and enjoy celebrating their successes with the childminder. In the garden, children test their physical abilities as they climb steps to a slide. The childminder stays close by to offer support if necessary and to promote their safety.

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need to do better?

n Children form strong bonds with the childminder and demonstrate that they feel safe and secure in her presence. She is an excellent role model and children seek her out for comfort and reassurance. They willingly discuss their feelings with her. As a result, children learn how to regulate their own behaviour and understand the difference between right and wrong. n The childminder provides a broad and balanced curriculum for all children. Overall, she monitors the progress that children make effectively and plans suitable activities. For example, she places objects slightly out of reach to encourage younger children to reach out and move. However, occasionally, the childminder's assessments are not precise enough to enable her to consistently identify all opportunities to extend children's learning. n Children take responsibility for the toys they use. When they finish playing, they return items to where they belong. Children put on their coats and shoes, wipe

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their noses and wash their hands, with little encouragement. This contributes to children's growing sense of independence. n The childminder has many different toys and resources that help children gain an awareness of life in modern Britain. She helps children to learn about the

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12 May 2022 local community by taking them out and about in the local area. Children learn about the lives and cultures of others through meaningful activities, such as observing festivals and reading stories. n The childminder provides children with healthy snacks and nutritious, home- cooked meals. They sit at the table to eat and enjoy the social occasion. Children are offered choices about the food they eat. This supports children to learn about what contributes to a healthy lifestyle. n The childminder asks children questions and gives them enough time to respond. Children listen to comments and repeat words and phrases. This helps children add to their growing vocabulary and gain confidence in their speaking skills. n The childminder is experienced and well qualified. She keeps up to date with her mandatory training, including safeguarding and paediatric first aid. She keeps up to date with changes in childcare. However, the childminder has identified that

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more targeted professional development opportunities will help to increase her knowledge and benefit the children in her care. n Parents speak highly of the caring childminder and the service she provides. They say that their children are settled, happy and making good progress. The childminder provides support and advice and communicates effectively. Parents are regularly updated about their children's achievements and next steps. The childminder shares ideas to support children's learning at home, which enhances continuity in learning.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has an excellent knowledge of the signs and symptoms that may indicate a child is at risk of harm. She knows who to contact if she has a child protection concern or an allegation is made against her. The childminder completes many safeguarding training courses to ensure that her knowledge and understanding are effective in keeping children safe. She completes risk assessments on her property to ensure that children are safe and secure. The childminder maintains her first-aid certificate so that she can support children in the event of an accident.

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should:

n develop the use of assessments to gain an even greater understanding of children's level of achievement n enhance professional development to gain a deeper understanding of how different children learn and develop.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY561074 Local authority Trafford Inspection number 10191137 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 12 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2018 and lives in Timperley, Greater Manchester. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3 and occasionally works with an assistant. The childminder provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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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 The childminder and the inspector had a learning walk together to understand how the early years provision and curriculum are organised. n The inspector made observations throughout the inspection of children's experiences in the setting. n Joint observations were carried out by the inspector and the childminder. n Children spoke to the inspector about their experiences in the setting. n A meeting was held with the childminder. This included a review of relevant documentation, including evidence of suitability and training.

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Inspection activities

12 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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12 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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