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 have ample opportunity to grow and learn in this friendly environment. They confidently move around the childminder's home and access a wide range of interesting and stimulating resources. The childminder plans activities in line with children's interests and their next steps in learning. She is flexible enough to allow children to lead their own play. For example, children play with dough and utilise the tools to create birthday cakes and pizzas. Children are comfortable in the care of the childminder and her assistant. The childminder quickly offers reassurance and comfort if children become upset. Cuddles and comforting words help children to feel secure in their environment.

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The provision is good

The strong bond children have with the childminder is evident, and they delight in imaginative play together. Children tend to the childminder as she pretends to faint. They dash to her rescue, using pretend doctor's equipment to carry out checks and re-enact a consultation. The skilful childminder grasps the opportunity to support new language development by asking children about stethoscopes and thermometers, which extends their play and learning. Children learn about self-care from an early age. They know to wash their hands after they use tissues, before food and when they have returned from outdoor play. They learn about germs and bacteria that could cause illness. Children benefit from well-balanced meals offered and prepared by the childminder. This supports children to learn about healthy lifestyles.

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need to do better?

n The childminder and her assistant observe children's play and skilfully interact with them to build on what they know and can do. However, the childminder does not always give enough consideration to the developmental stages of the youngest children. At times, younger children are not given the time they need to become fully involved in play or learning opportunities before the childminder moves on. Younger children are not consistently supported to develop the confidence to join in with adult-led activities and to have a go. n Parents speak highly of the childminder and her assistants. They are extremely complimentary about the care their children receive. Parents comment about the positive and consistent communication they receive about their children. For example, the childminder uses a secure social media system to inform parents of their child's day. This includes activities, learning and photos, which show their

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happy, confident children immersed in play. This helps to maintain effective parent partnerships. n Since the previous inspection, the childminder has improved how she monitors the progress of her assistants. She ensures they complete mandatory training, and she works closely with them to help them reflect on their practice. This

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20 January 2023 helps them to provide good-quality experiences, which promote children's learning and development. n The childminder provides activities that allow children to learn about different cultures and backgrounds. Children learn about different places of worship that can be seen in their community. This helps them to learn about the importance of equality and diversity. The childminder also helps children to develop skills in managing their behaviour, encouraging them to explore their feelings and the consequences of their actions on others. Children demonstrate respect and consideration for others. n The childminder and her assistant speak clearly and confidently to children in their home language. They repeat their words in English to support children's understanding of words and phrases. In addition, the childminder uses gesture and actions to help younger children develop their first words. Children's speech

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and language skills are developing at a good pace. n The childminder offers children many exciting activities that motivate them to explore. Younger children enjoy investigating home-made treasure baskets. They use their senses to help them discover textures and noises. This exploration continues outside, where children delve into sand to hide objects, create imaginatively or dig. Older children are considerate of the younger children and support them in their play. n The childminder provides daily opportunities for outdoor activity. Children play in a well-resourced outdoor area, which allows them to develop their physical and creative skills. They climb, play hide and seek or paint in the creative area. Weekly visits to playgroups and the library also support children's understanding of the wider world, extending their social skills.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder and her assistant have a secure understanding of how to keep children safe from harm in the setting. The childminder completes regular assessments of her premises and when going on outings, to minimise any risks to children. Both the childminder and her assistant have a clear understanding of the signs and symptoms of abuse. They have a good understanding of what they should do if they were concerned about a child in their care, as well as the local authority procedures. The childminder understands the procedure to follow should she have any concerns about herself, her assistant, or a member of her family. She regularly monitors her assistants to ensure their ongoing suitability.

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should:

n support and enable all children to have the time and confidence they need to

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20 January 2023 participate in activities.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY481141 Local authority Manchester Inspection number 10236461 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 9 Date of previous inspection 13 February 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2014 and lives in Manchester. She cares for children daily, from 6.30am to 9pm, all year round, except for family holidays. The childminder works with one full-time and one part-time assistant. She holds an appropriate childcare qualification.

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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 the evaluation of the provision. n The inspector and childminder completed a learning walk of the premises and discussed the curriculum intent for children. n A joint observation was carried out by the inspector and childminder. n The inspector spoke to the childminder, her assistant, children and parents during the inspection and took into account their views. n The inspector viewed sampled documents used by the childminder, including evidence of suitability for all adults living and working at the premises. n The inspector observed activities, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact these had on children's learning and development.

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Inspection activities

20 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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20 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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