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 happy and contented. They ooze confidence and show a readiness to play with the wide range of resources available. Children hold discussions with the inspector about what they enjoy doing. They show that they feel safe and settled in the childminder's care. Children form strong bonds with the gently spoken childminder, who is very responsive to their individual needs.

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The provision is good

The childminder provides an environment that strongly promotes children's well- being. She builds a curriculum around fostering children's curiosity and exploration of nature. Children behave well. They are polite and use good manners, such as when they say please and thank you during the day. The childminder is a good role model. Children follow her instructions well and show pride in their achievements. Children who prefer to learn outside have plenty of opportunities to spend time in the garden. Children also regularly visit the childminder's allotment, where they learn to grow fruit and vegetables. They help to feed the chickens on a neighbouring plot. Older children say that they particularly enjoy growing 'long carrots' and 'enormous pumpkins'. They find solutions to problems they encounter when growing plants. For instance, they think of ways to stop pigeons from eating the seeds that they sow, such as making a scarecrow. Children develop good

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need to do better?

n The childminder has high expectations for children's achievements and wants them to progress well in all areas of learning. She has a good understanding of where children are in their development and what they need to learn next. The childminder adapts her well-designed and balanced curriculum to the individual needs of children. As a result, children make good progress. n The childminder encourages children to think about prior learning. She supports them through discussions and children remember past events and activities. This helps children to think of and use what they know from previous learning in new activities. Consequently, children are confident to have a go and willing to try out new things. n Children especially enjoy engaging in pretend conversations on real telephones available for imaginary play. For instance, when the childminder pretends to talk to them, they confidently use their good speaking skills to hold interesting

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discussions. Younger children say, 'I am busy. I am working'. Children develop good communication and language skills. n Children learn mathematical concepts naturally through their play. For example, as they interact with their friends during a 'tea party', older children quickly realise that some water has spilt outside of the tray. They ask for a towel to use to soak up the water and to dry the floor. The childminder skilfully introduces

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10 January 2023 new words, such as 'absorb', to help to extend their mathematical vocabulary. Older children exclaim, 'It is heavier' as they learn what happens when objects absorb water. Mathematical opportunities are promoted well. n The childminder models the positive behaviour she expects from children. She speaks softly and gently to children, who react very well to her kind and affectionate demeanour. The childminder uses a good range of strategies to support children to manage their emotions and show consideration for others. This helps her to be consistent and supports children's understanding of boundaries. n Children show good levels of independence. For example, they use the toilet independently and know to wash their hands afterwards. Children have an awareness of good health and hygiene routines. n The childminder has strong partnerships with parents and communicates with them about their child's day. Parents comment that they hold discussions

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together about how to support children with their social skills. The consistent approach helps children to master these skills quickly. n The childminder liaises with other professionals to seek advice that supports her to meet the needs of all children. For example, she uses strategies, such as showing children specific objects when communicating routines, to help them to know what is happening. This helps to build on their understanding skills and ensures that all children can access the whole curriculum. n The childminder accesses training to help to deliver her curriculum intent for communication and language. Nevertheless, the childminder recognises areas for further development, such as to enhance her knowledge of supporting children with additional needs.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a good understanding of different safeguarding issues, including domestic violence, female genital mutilation and radicalisation. She recognises signs and symptoms of abuse and understands her responsibility to report her concerns to external agencies. The childminder is aware of the procedures to follow if an allegation is made against herself or a family member. She ensures that she updates her knowledge of safeguarding practice regularly. The childminder ensures that the environment is safe and secure. She encourages children to manage their own risks, such as to help to tidy up between activities.

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should:

n access professional development opportunities to extend further the good quality of teaching and children's learning to the highest levels.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY478077 Local authority Manchester Inspection number 10236372 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 4 Date of previous inspection 26 January 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2014 and lives in Blackley, Manchester. She operates on Monday to Friday, from 8.30am to 5.30pm all year round, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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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 inspector observed interactions between the childminder and children present. n The childminder and the inspector completed a learning walk together. They discussed the curriculum and what it is that the childminder wants children to learn. n The inspector spoke to children during the inspection and considered feedback from parents. n Relevant documentation was sampled during the inspection. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder at appropriate times during the inspection.

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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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