Childminder in Manchester

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands the early years curriculum and how to support children's education from a young age. The childminder shows a good understanding of the importance of observation, assessment and building on children's learning. She gives a range of examples of how she will adapt her teaching to challenge children and help them to remain engaged. The childminder knows how to provide a stimulating environment, where children can eagerly explore, investigate and use their imagination. n The childminder has a secure knowledge of how to safeguard children. She knows her role and responsibility in protecting children from harm and is aware of signs and symptoms that may indicate a child is at risk of abuse. The childminder knows where to report child protection concerns. Additionally, she knows how to keep her home safe for children and knows how to attend to any medical needs. She has an up-to-date paediatric first-aid qualification.

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder is enthusiastic about how she will embed morals and respect into her practice with children. She knows how to support children to regulate their feelings and develop positive attitudes to learning. The childminder wants children to know they can talk to her about their worries and that they will be listened to. n The childminder has a good understanding of working with children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. She knows the importance of continued partnership working with other professionals and parents. The childminder has procedures in place for effectively and safely sharing information about children to help them make progress in their learning. n The childminder talks about the healthy snacks and breakfast she will provide for children. She discusses how she will grow vegetables with children to increase their awareness of where food comes from and the benefits it has on their

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This provision meets requirements

bodies. The childminder has a suitable outdoor space that children will access daily to develop their physical skills and have fresh air. n The childminder discusses how she will prepare children for their move on to school. She understands the key skills, such as independence, that children require. The childminder talks about how she will develop children's concentration skills in preparation for group learning in school. Furthermore, she endeavours to make sure they have good self-care skills and know how to make independent choices. n The childminder regularly keeps her knowledge and skills up to date. She has recently taken part in speech and language assessment training to help her identify and support children who have communication delays. The childminder recognises that some children, since the COVID-19 pandemic, may have some speaking and social gaps in their learning.

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This provision meets requirements

17 January 2023 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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Setting details

Unique reference number 2603461 Local authority Manchester Inspection number 10263916 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 0 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2020. She is lives in the in Blackley area of Manchester. She operates all year round from 8am to 8pm, 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 this into account in their inspection of the provision. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for children and undertake observation, assessment and planning. n The childminder discussed with the inspector how she has updated her skills and knowledge, and evaluated her practice. n The inspector toured the areas of the premises used by children and discussed the equipment and toys available. n The inspector discussed the safeguarding and welfare requirements with the childminder and took into consideration the suitability checks.

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Inspection activities

17 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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17 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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