Childminder in Stockport

This provision meets requirements

n The very experienced childminder is passionate, dedicated and well organised. She provides a safe and secure environment both indoors and outside. The childminder explains how children play swing ball, noughts and crosses and skittles in the outdoor area. She takes children to the local park to access larger climbing equipment. This helps children build up their larger-muscle movements. n Through discussion, the childminder describes how she carries out observations of children's progress. She liaises with class teachers and parents regularly to discuss children's learning and development. She plans activities with children's next steps of learning in mind. This helps to provide continuity in their learning. n The childminder has a well-planned playroom with a range of interesting age- appropriate resources. They are easily accessible and thoughtfully arranged. n The childminder is a positive role model. She sets up house rules with the

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children which are displayed in the playroom. The childminder understands the importance of setting clear expectations for all activities. She knows it benefits the children if she listens attentively to them when they are talking and she encourages them to listen to their friends. n The childminder is very familiar with the procedures to follow if she had a concern about a child in her care. She has a very good understanding of how to keep children safe. She understands her duty to be vigilant to possible indicators that a child or family may be at risk of being drawn into extremist behaviours. She teaches children about possible risks and hazards. For example, the childminder conducts regular fire evacuation procedures with them, so they know what to do in the event of an emergency. The childminder teaches children about road safety when they walk to and back from school. n The childminder teaches children about different cultures. She plans activities for

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children to learn about a range of festivals throughout the year. The childminder teaches children about the dynamics of different families. She encourages children to discuss similarities and differences between themselves and others. They celebrate how each person is unique. This helps them to learn about people and families that may be different to their own. n The childminder accesses a vast amount of professional development focused on raising outcomes for children. She has recently completed phonics training to further support children with their early reading and writing skills. She includes child and parental views in her self-evaluation. The childminder teaches children basic first aid. This helps children learn about what to do in an emergency. n The childminder provides healthy and nutritious meals for children. She follows children's dietary needs and requirements. This helps to keep children safe.

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n Parents are thrilled with the service the childminder provides. They praise her for going 'above and beyond' to support children in her care. They are grateful for the 'warm and 'friendly' environment that she provides for children.

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6 September 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 EY427087 Local authority Stockport Inspection number 10129130 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 8 Date of previous inspection 24 February 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2011 and lives in Stockport. She operates from Monday to Friday, before and after school, term time only. The childminder's opening hours are Monday to Friday from 07.45 to 08.45 and Monday to Thursday from 3pm to 6pm. The childminder holds a teaching qualification at level 6.

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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 provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n Although there were no children in the early age range present at the time of this inspection, there were children present who were over the age of five years. n Parents' views were taken into account through written and verbal feedback. n The inspector observed interactions between the childminder and older children. n A sample of documentation was viewed, including training certificates, insurance and policies and procedures. n The inspector viewed areas used for childminding and assessed the suitability for childminding. This included the safety of the home, toys, resources and equipment available.

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6 September 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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