Childminder in Manchester

Overall effectiveness Good

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

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The provision is good

Children benefit from a stimulating environment where their learning needs are met. They help themselves to lots of toys and sing happily as they play. For example, children sing the teddy bear song with gusto, as they move between the playrooms. Children are extremely happy, settled and safe.

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The provision is good

Children have trusting relationships with the childminder and her assistant, and thoroughly enjoy their time in this homely environment. They also take part in a wide range of outdoor activities, such as trips to the park and outings to feed the birds. A firm favourite is a trip to the big shopping centre, where they can see animal sculptures, such as the 'big white lion'. Photos of children's exciting adventures are displayed around the room and in home-made books. This helps children to recall and reflect on past experiences.

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The provision is good

The childminder and her assistant want children to achieve well so they are ready for school. Following the summer break, they adapted the curriculum so that children could revisit learning, such as how to care and share. Children have benefited from lots of opportunities to refine these important skills. They are well behaved and display high levels of confidence.

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need to do better?

n The childminder has made significant improvements since the previous inspection, which enhanced children's care, learning and safety. She has addressed all actions required, such as making her home safe and secure. The childminder works closely with the local authority advisers. She has welcomed their ongoing support and guidance and demonstrates a commitment to make further improvements. n The childminder and her assistant use knowledge from training effectively. Following recent training on supporting children's communication and language, they have adapted their teaching. They now give children who speak English as an additional language extra time to think and respond to their questions. As a result, children are beginning to put words together to form sentences. n The childminder provides a well-sequenced curriculum, which helps children acquire knowledge and skills in the right order. For example, older children have

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mastered how to put on their coats and shoes, which prepares them well for their transition to school. Younger children are given time, support and lots of encouragement to complete this tricky task. As a result, they are eager to have a go and rise to the challenge. n Books are used regularly to help children experience the joy of reading. The childminder and her assistant bring the stories to life, as they take children on a 'bear hunt' in the park. This enticing story enables children to explore different

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5 October 2022 textures as they swish through the grass and splash in the muddy puddles. They copy the characters as they declare their shoes are covered in 'thick oozy mud'. n The childminder has the same ambitions for all children, regardless of their needs. She works with parents and other professionals, so that children who need additional support receive this in a timely manner. This helps children to achieve the best they can. n The childminder is making a real difference to the lives of disadvantaged children, and parents welcome her ideas. For example, parents are delighted that their children sit at a table at mealtimes. As a result, they have purchased a table to use at home. This means children can share the pleasure of eating a family meal at a table. n Children benefit from lots of opportunities to develop their physical skills. They use apparatus in the back garden, which helps to develop their coordination and

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movements. However, less emphasis is given to helping children to develop an awareness of healthy eating. Although children enjoy snacks of fresh fruit and crudités, some meals are not healthy. This means children are not consistently encouraged to learn about good food choices. n Children are confident and self-assured. They thoroughly enjoy their time with the childminder who provides a consistent routine. As children arrive, they settle in the cosy area to read stories with the childminder and her assistant. At tidy-up time, a 'special helper' shakes the tambourine and helps to tidy the toys away in super-quick time. Children are extremely happy and demonstrate a good awareness of boundaries and routines.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder is knowledgeable about safeguarding issues within the local community. This means she is alert to the indicators that may suggest children and their families are at risk of harm. The childminder has ensured her assistant's knowledge of child protection is up to date. This further enhances children's welfare and safety.

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Safeguarding

Children have many opportunities to learn about keeping themselves safe. They practise the fire drill each month, and learn about road safety as they venture on outings. Children's safety in the childminder's home is supported through improved risk assessments and management of potential hazards. For example, the childminder has fitted door protectors to minimise any risk of children trapping their fingers.

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should:

5 October 2022 n provide children with a wider range of wholesome foods to help encourage them to make healthy food choices.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY552164 Local authority Manchester Inspection number 10245951 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 11 Date of previous inspection 25 May 2022

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in Moss Side, Manchester. The childminder operates from 7.30am until 6pm, Monday to Friday, all year round. She works with two assistants. The childminder provides funded early education for two- and three-year-old children. She provides after-school care during term time and holiday provision for school-age children.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector discussed any continued impact of the pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the setting. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder and her assistant at appropriate times during the inspection. n The inspector observed the quality of education and the impact this has on children's learning. n Consideration was given to parents' testimonials. The inspector also spoke to one parent. n The childminder and inspector completed a learning walk. n The inspector reviewed some documents, including first-aid certificates and accident records.

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Inspection activities

5 October 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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5 October 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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