Childminder in Wigan

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a secure knowledge and understanding of the learning and development requirements of the early years foundation stage. She explains, with enthusiasm, her understanding of the importance of children learning through play. The childminder is able to describe the skills children need to acquire from an early age. She is confident in her plans to help children make good progress. n The childminder is passionate in describing how she will provide foundations for children's future learning. She intends to build independence and prepare children for school. The childminder explains how she will assess and monitor children's learning. She will ensure early support is obtained to address any delays that may occur in children's progress. n Children's safety is a priority for the childminder, her home is suitable for childminding purposes. The childminder is clear that keeping children safe is her

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responsibility. She has a robust understanding of how to keep children safe. The childminder describes various types of child abuse, such as neglect and radicalisation. She has a very clear understanding of the possible signs and symptoms of abuse and how to correctly report any concerns about children's welfare. This helps to ensure children are safe in her care. n Children will have access to calm spaces to play and read in. Books and reading are a priority for the childminder. There are opportunities for children to explore a wealth of resources. The childminder has a varied curriculum in place. She is aware of the need to evaluate her practice to ensure continuous improvement. The childminder accesses relevant training and continuously improves her knowledge through independent research. She is highly qualified. n Partnerships with parents are important to the childminder. She describes how she will share information regarding children's progress and support parents to

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continue their children's learning at home. n Promoting the good health of children is a key focus for the childminder. The childminder recognises the importance of helping children to be physically active and to teach them about living healthy lifestyles. The childminder describes how children will visit places in the local community and take regular walks to the local parks. n The childminder has an excellent understanding of how she intends to promote children's self-esteem and positive behaviour. She will help children learn how to respect each other, such as sharing equipment and being polite. The childminder confidently explains how she will plan activities to help children understand about differences between themselves and others. n The childminder offers an inclusive service. She understands her role in supporting children who speak English as an additional language. The childminder describes the strategies that she will use to help children develop

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their communication and language skills.

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8 June 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 EY446017 Local authority Wigan Inspection number 10065702 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 0 Date of previous inspection 23 May 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2012 and lives in Wigan. She operates all year round, from 7.30am until 6pm, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 6. She occasionally works with an assistant.

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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 the evaluation of the setting. n The childminder discussed how she plans to organise the curriculum during a walk around her home. n The inspector held discussions with childminder about how she seeks to gather the views of children and parents. n The inspector looked at a sample of documentation, including evidence of the suitability of the childminder and her training.

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8 June 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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8 June 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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