Childminder in Stockport

This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder has not ensured that her paediatric first-aid certificate has remained up to date. This is a breach of the requirements. n The childminder understands the learning and development requirements. She can appropriately describe the range of experiences that she would provide for children to help them make good progress in their learning and development. n The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of working with other professionals in order to meet the needs of children. She recognises the contribution each professional can make in order to understand each child's uniqueness and offer appropriate support. n The childminder talks about the importance of working in partnership with parents. She considers a range of different ways in which she can build good relationships. n The childminder understands how to promote appropriate behaviour in children. She explains how she would build children's confidence and self-esteem by using

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praise and positive encouragement. She would support children by using signs to help them communicate their needs. n The childminder has a clear understanding of the safeguarding requirements. She is aware of the signs and symptoms that might indicate abuse is taking place and she knows the procedure to follow if any concerns do arise. The childminder knows what to do if any allegations of abuse are made against herself or a family member. n The childminder is aware of the steps she needs to take to keep children safe. She describes the measures she would put in place to reduce potential risks to children. n The childminder describes how she will celebrate the background of each child, so that she can provide an inclusive service. n The childminder recognises the importance of good health and hygiene and describes the processes she would provide to promote healthy lifestyles. n The childminder recognises the importance of evaluating her service, so that she

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can identify areas to improve. She understands the importance of undertaking professional development to help her enhance the service she offers to children and families.

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This provision does not meet requirements

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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Due date

obtain a full and relevant paediatric first- aid qualification and develop strategies to help ensure that this is maintained at all times. 10/02/2023

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2583844 Local authority Stockport Inspection number 10263176 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

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inspection

Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2020 and lives in Stockport. She operates all year round from 7am to 6.30pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays.

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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 setting. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to support children's progress, implement the curriculum and undertake observations and planning. n The inspector viewed the resources and the areas of the premises that are used for childminding. The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for children. n The childminder showed the inspector relevant documents.

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Inspection activities

10 January 2023 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

10 January 2023 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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