Childminder in Stockport

Overall effectiveness Good

The quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Good

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The provision is good

The children learn about the world around them through engaging learning activities, many of which are outdoors. For example, children learn about autumn and colours by talking about the changes they notice on daily outings. They learn where the sweetcorn they enjoy at lunchtime comes from by watching a harvest. Children develop fine motor skills by making paintbrushes from fallen leaves. Later, they practise their gross motor skills by using the brushes to paint a hanging bed sheet, using long sweeping motions. Children make good progress through the curriculum planned by the childminder. Children are physically active in their play. They practise gymnastics and are eager to demonstrate a forward roll, showing developing control of their movements. Babies take tentative steps with the childminder's encouragement. Children are happy in this setting. The childminder laughs with the children and celebrates their talents.

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The provision is good

The childminder has high expectations of every child. Children are well behaved and polite to each other. They ask, 'Please can you help me with this?' as they complete a jigsaw. Children talk about what they can do with enthusiasm and confidence. They are eager to point out the flowers they drew to remember the late Queen Elizabeth II. The childminder keeps children safe. She encourages children to think about hygiene, and children independently wash and dry their hands. The children delight in using new vocabulary the childminder introduces. They help to tidy up and repeat 'splendid tidying' after the childminder.

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need to do better?

n The childminder plans engaging activities which help children to learn across the seven areas of learning. For example, the childminder plans a series of activities around the book 'The Gruffalo'. Children role play parts of the story, which develops their imagination and creativity. The childminder teaches children about rhyme and repetition in the story and promotes a love of reading. Children explore sensory materials, such as 'Gruffalo fur', and are supported to use new vocabulary to describe what they feel. Children make good progress in all areas of learning. n The childminder builds on what children already know and their individual interests. For example, when children show interest in observing snails in the community garden, the childminder plans further activities. They draw spirals and learn about speed. They explore a large wooden sculpture of a snail during a woodland walk and use their growing vocabulary to describe it. When the

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children learn that snails seal their shell to hibernate, the childminder extends the children's thinking to how other creatures hibernate. These links enable children to integrate knowledge into larger concepts. n The childminder uses assessment effectively to establish what children have

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28 September 2022 learned and identify children's next steps. However, sometimes, the childminder does not use this assessment to ensure activities are challenging for the most able children in order to help them make the progress they are capable of. n The childminder talks to children as they play and asks questions which extend their thinking. However, the childminder sometimes does not correct children's misconceptions, for example when they count pine cones out of sequence or show they have misunderstood something. This prevents children from understanding information clearly. n The childminder supports children's personal development. When children disagree, the childminder shows them how to share the toys between them. Later, children call to the childminder, 'Look, I shared!' Children are learning to resolve conflict and manage their emotions well. n The childminder nurtures secure attachments with the children. Parents talk

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about feeling that the childminder is almost like family. She talks to children sensitively and listens when they speak. The childminder knows each child well. She works with parents to understand each child's emotional needs. She helps children talk about and understand their feelings. This promotes children's well- being, confidence and independence. n Children are enthusiastic about their learning. The childminder asks who wants to do an activity and children say, 'Me! Me! Me!' The children ask questions and are curious about the world around them. As a result, children have positive attitudes and are motivated for future learning. n The childminder is proactive about improving her own practice further. She recently completed training to promote speech and recognise difficulties in this area. The childminder improves her practice in order to help children reach their full potential. As a result, children receive a high standard of education and

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder is alert to the signs a child may be at risk of abuse. She listens to children's concerns carefully and ensures they feel safe. She is knowledgeable about the procedures to follow if she has concerns about a child in her care. The childminder encourages children to think about keeping themselves safe when outdoors. For example, she reminds children about road safety and ensures they stay nearby during outings. The childminder holds a valid paediatric first-aid certificate. The childminder renews this certificate more regularly than is required as she is passionate about ensuring that children are safe.

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should:

28 September 2022 n respond to gaps in children's learning as they arise, helping children to understand correct concepts n use assessment to further inform planning that helps children to make even more rapid progress.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY477864 Local authority Stockport Inspection number 10236368 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 4 November 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2014 and lives in Stockport, Manchester. She operates all year round, from 8am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3.

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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 childminder. n The childminder and the inspector discussed how the space is used for children's learning. n Children spoke to the inspector during the inspection. n The inspector observed interactions between the childminder and children. n The inspector observed the childminder in practice, and they discussed the outcomes of the observed activities. n Parents spoke to the inspector and their views were taken into account. n The inspector and the childminder held discussions throughout the inspection. n The inspector viewed key documentation, including evidence of suitability and qualifications.

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Inspection activities

28 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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28 September 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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