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 Good

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The provision is good

Children are very happy and settled in the calm environment. They form secure attachments with the childminder and the co-minder. Children confidently involve adults in their games as they play with their friends. The childminder has high expectations for all children. She encourages children to use 'kind words' and reminds children to take turns. As a result, children behave exceptionally well and use beautiful manners.

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The provision is good

Children are very caring. They show affection for their friends and help each other to complete tasks. For example, older children help younger children to build tall towers with blocks. When children are a little upset, their friends give a friendly hug. The childminder encourages children to recognise their own achievements. The consistent use of praise results in children who are motivated to try new activities. Following the COVID-19 pandemic, the childminder has noticed that children struggle to regulate their emotions. As a result, she has helped children to learn how to discuss and identify their feelings.

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need to do better?

n The childminder provides children with a curriculum that reflects their interests and builds on what they already know and can do. She uses assessment to effectively identify what children need to learn next. As a result, children make good progress from their starting points. n The childminder and the co-minder are committed to providing high-quality care and education for all children. However, arrangements to monitor the childminder's practice and to consistently evaluate children's experiences are not yet precisely focused to ensure that teaching is always of the highest standard. n Children happily listen to stories. They laugh as they finish sentences from songs and create funny rhymes. This helps children to develop their vocabulary. Children excitedly discuss animals from a favourite book, and they take turns to talk and listen to others. The childminder uses correct language and asks children thoughtful questions. As a result, children are confident communicators.

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n The childminder supports children to learn about mathematical concepts in their play. They eagerly count and compare the size of 'small' and 'medium' paper ice creams. Children demonstrate their mathematical knowledge in discussions. They confidently explain that their friends are sitting 'next' to them and 'opposite' them. Children develop skills that will benefit them when they start school. n Children enjoy exploring the local area. They attend playgroups, visit local nature trails and develop their physical strength as they play on equipment in the park. As a result, children are confident in social situations. n The curriculum for physical development is strong. Children develop their

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17 November 2022 physical skills in their play. They participate in yoga and exercise sessions that help to develop their balance and stamina. Children develop the strength in their hands and their coordination. For example, they copy the childminder and use drumsticks to tap out the beat to songs. Older children show precision as they pour jugs of water into cups. These skills help to prepare children for the next stage of their learning. n The childminder provides children with a social and relaxing lunchtime. Children sit and chat while they enjoy a healthy home-cooked meal. They discuss the importance of eating fruit and having a rest if they are tired. Children learn about how to make healthy choices. n Partnerships with parents are strong, and parental feedback is positive. Parents receive regular updates about the experiences that children have. They are provided with ideas about how to support children's learning at home. As a

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result, children benefit from a consistent approach to their learning and development. n Children learn about differences that exist in modern Britain. They celebrate important festivals in local community events. This helps children to develop respectful attitudes. n The childminder failed to notify Ofsted about changes to household members in the premises where she provides her childminding service. However, due to her co-minder making the notification in respect of her own registration, all suitability checks have been completed. As a result, there is no impact on children's safety.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a thorough knowledge and understanding of the signs and symptoms that may indicate a child is at risk of harm. She fully understands the procedures to follow, and the appropriate agencies to contact, should there be any concerns about a child's safety or well-being. The childminder completes training to support her role and ensures that her knowledge remains up to date. The childminder completes daily safety checks of the environment. This helps to keep children safe.

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should:

n consider arrangements for reflecting on and monitoring practice more precisely to ensure all teaching is of the highest standard.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY480342 Local authority Manchester Inspection number 10236436 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 16 March 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2014. She works with another registered childminder and childminds from their house in the Chorlton area of Manchester. She operates on Monday from 3.30pm to 5.30pm, and from Tuesday to Friday from 9am to 5.30pm. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 2.

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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 The childminder and the inspector completed a learning walk together to discuss the childminder's intentions for children's learning. n The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors. n The childminder and the inspector discussed how the curriculum is implemented and the impact that this has on children's learning. n The childminder provided the inspector with a range of documentation on request. n Parents and children shared their views with the inspector.

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Inspection activities

17 November 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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Inspection activities

17 November 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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