Childminder in Wigan

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 flourish in the care of this childminder. They form secure bonds, which enable them to feel secure and safe in her presence. The childminder meets with parents before the children start to discuss their needs and routines. This enables her to understand their home life and ease the transition between home and the setting. For example, the childminder sits with younger children to give them cuddles to help them to settle for their nap. The childminder selects activities to engage children. She considers their next steps and provides opportunities for them to explore their interests while making progress in their learning.

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The provision is good

The childminder has high expectations for the children. She has clear routines in place and encourages manners and respectful interactions. The childminder promotes independence and encourages children to do things for themselves. For example, she models how to put on an apron, or how to wash their hands effectively before snack time. The childminder offers a wealth of high-quality opportunities for children to enjoy. They visit the local park to observe seasonal changes and go on nature hunts to look for signs of autumn, such as collecting colourful leaves. The childminder takes children to local playgroups, where they can interact with other children. This supports their developing interactions with others and provides the opportunity to develop life-long skills.

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n The childminder plans a curriculum which she tailors to meet the children's individual needs and next steps. She identifies areas where children need more opportunities to explore and plans activities to engage them in this learning. For example, she plans a messy play activity for children who have not previously explored paint. This ensures that any gaps in children's learning are quickly narrowed. n The childminder offers a wealth of resources and equipment for children to access independently. She plans effective activities, which help children to achieve the next steps in their learning. She shares photos and observations of activities with parents. However, she does not always share children's next steps with parents. As a result, she does not provide consistency in supporting the child to continue their learning at home. n The childminder allows children the time to explore activities. She gives them

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the freedom to explore independently and challenges their learning where necessary, enabling them to maintain attention for a prolonged period of time. As a result, children make good progress. n The childminder places strong emphasis on developing communication and language skills. She narrates what she is doing, modelling language and vocabulary. The childminder talks to children and asks open-ended questions.

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12 October 2022 She allows time for them to respond with words, babbles and gestures. Therefore, children learn the art of early conversation skills. n Children experience the enjoyment of books and stories through regular story times. The children sit closely with the childminder to share stories, songs and rhymes. She uses puppets and interactive books to maintain their attention. Children enjoy this quiet, cosy time with the childminder, where they can take a break from activities and enjoy cuddles. Children develop a love of reading. They develop creativity and imagination as well as early literacy skills. n Children visit places in the local area and learn about the environment. The childminder respectfully takes into account children's beliefs when they celebrate events and festivals that are special to them, such as Christmas and birthdays. This supports children to learn that they are all unique and raises their

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awareness of diversity and increases their sense of belonging. n The childminder regularly attends training, and accesses support from the local authority when needed. The childminder reaches out to other childminders as a source of support. They share ideas of activities and experiences that may enhance children's learning. She regularly reviews and enhances her practice to best support the children she has on roll. Consequently, her teaching is effective and promotes good practice. This ensures the best outcomes for children's learning.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder understands her role in keeping children safe. She knows the signs and symptoms of abuse and knows who to contact should she have concerns about the welfare of a child. The childminder has procedures in place for the recording and reporting of accident and incidents. Her home is safe and secure, and only authorised persons can enter the property. The childminder completes regular risk assessments to ensure her home is a safe and secure environment. She keeps her home clean and well maintained to ensure safety at all times. Children learn good hygiene practices, which help to keep them free from germs.

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should:

n extend further the good communication with parents, ensuring they know their child's next steps and how they can support learning at home.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2584036 Local authority Wigan Inspection number 10251074 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 5 Number of children on roll 1 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2020 and lives in the Lowton area of Warrington. She holds a relevant level 3 childcare qualification. The childminder operates all year round from 7am to 5pm Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the provider 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 The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure they are safe and suitable. n The childminder and the inspector discussed how the childminder organises their early years provision, including the aims and rationale for their early years foundation stage curriculum. n The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact that this was having on children's learning. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request. n Parents shared their views of the setting with the inspector.

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Inspection activities

12 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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