Childminder in Stockport

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

The childminder is passionate and committed to providing children with a challenging curriculum that is designed around the outdoors, nature and physical play. Her vision is for children to believe in themselves and to develop the resilience and confidence to tackle any challenges with determination and persistence. The childminder has high expectations for children. Younger children develop strength and coordination as they toddle around the well-designed garden with purpose. They are unfazed as they push and pull pushchairs through the muddy terrain and clamber up a step into the log cabin. Older children demonstrate their strong concentration and early writing skills as they use paintbrushes to copy numbers in fine red sand.

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The provision is good

Children show that they are safe and happy as they sing songs to themselves. They sway to music as they play. Children behave very well. The childminder and her assistant model and promote good manners and encourage children to manage their own self-care. Children sit on the carpet and listen intently as the childminder reads the story 'Shhh!'. They wait with bated breath and their eyes open wide as the childminder skilfully builds the suspense. They all shout 'boo' and scream with excitement as they lift the flap to catch a glimpse of the giant's eye.

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need to do better?

n The childminder supports children's speech and language development very well. Children read books and listen to stories every day. They are confident communicators. Children can ask for help and make requests. For example, younger children ask the childminder for their favourite songs, such as 'Row, Row, Row Your Boat'. Older children read stories to unfamiliar adults who visit the setting and talk about what is happening in the book. These opportunities help to extend children's vocabulary and build their confidence. n The childminder provides children with opportunities to learn the language and vocabulary they need to express their emotions from a young age. For example, she uses the story about a colour monster to help children talk about their feelings. They use 'yellow' to describe their happy feelings and 'black' when they are scared. This supports the development of children's emotional literacy skills

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need to do better?

very well. n The childminder provides a stimulating and exciting outdoor area where much of children's learning takes place. There are a range of resources and areas in the garden which offer a high-quality learning experience for children and sustain their interest. These include sensory trays, a mud kitchen and a table where objects of interest are displayed. As children handle the objects, it inspires conversation about the past and important people. Children also spend time indoors. However, the indoor environment lacks the same level of organisation,

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need to do better?

18 January 2023 and resources do not offer children the same high quality of learning. n Children settle in quickly and make a strong start at the setting. The childminder gathers information from parents about children's care needs and preferences. She uses a digital portfolio to record assessment information and next steps in learning, which she shares with parents. The childminder uses a daily diary and photos to support effective communication with parents about their children's time in her setting. This helps to support children at home and provides continuity for their learning. n Children enhance their learning with trips and visits in the local community. They use public transport, such as the bus, to visit local nature spots and attend forest school sessions. They explore a safe woodland environment and learn more about the natural world. These experiences help to build children's confidence and support their personal development.

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need to do better?

n The childminder supports the children's good health. For example, she provides nutritious snacks, which are chosen by the children. Care practices, such as handwashing and nappy changing, are safe and hygienic. The childminder and her assistant provide intimate care with nurture and warmth. This helps them to form close bonds and secure attachments with children right from the start. n The childminder has effective systems in place for supporting the professional development of herself and her assistants. For example, she carries out regular peer observations and is keen to support the training needs and interests of her staff. This support helps to build the knowledge and confidence of the team in supporting children's learning and development.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

Children have many opportunities to take managed risks while learning how to keep themselves safe. For example, young children can clearly explain the safety rules of the firepit and put them into practice. They can talk about how they hold hands with an adult when they enter the firepit circle. They know to count to 10 before eating a hot marshmallow, to avoid burning themselves. The childminder and her assistant are aware of the signs and symptoms of abuse in children. They know the correct action to take if they are concerned about a child's welfare. They take steps to keep the premises safe. For example, they put grit on the steps and paths outside to help avoid slips and falls.

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should:

n review the organisation and use of the indoor environment to enhance learning opportunities to the highest level for all children.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2599997 Local authority Stockport Inspection number 10262920 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 12 Number of children on roll 12 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2020 and lives in Marple Bridge, Stockport. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3. She works with two assistants.

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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 observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact on children's learning. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how she ensures that they are safe and suitable. n The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and the children.

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Inspection activities

18 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

18 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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