Childminder in Manchester

This provision meets requirements

n Since the last inspection, the childminder has worked with the local authority and accessed a range of training. This has had a positive impact on her knowledge and understanding of how to meet the requirements of the early years foundation stage. The childminder plans to continue to develop action plans to help raise the quality of her provision further. n The childminder has a suitable understanding of how to protect children from harm. She can describe the potential signs of abuse or neglect and is clear on the reporting procedures. The childminder is vigilant and identifies and minimises any potential risks in her home. n The childminder has a good understanding of how children learn. She explains how she would plan a curriculum to provide opportunities for children to develop in all areas of learning. The childminder describes how she would observe children and complete regular assessments to find out what they need to learn

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next. She has a secure understanding of how to support children that may need additional help and the agencies available, if required. n The childminder recognises the importance of establishing strong partnerships with parents. She intends to work with parents from the start to gather information about children's care and learning. The childminder has identified methods to keep parents well informed about children's progress and to help parents build on children's learning at home. n The childminder is passionate about providing an inclusive service. She talks about how to make reasonable adjustments to her home to ensure that all children can access her provision. The childminder recognises the importance of teaching children about the wider world. She intends to provide children with a range of opportunities to learn about different cultures and religions. n The childminder has a good understanding of supporting children's behaviour.

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This provision meets requirements

She intends to involve children in creating house rules, so that they are aware of behavioural expectations. The childminder has a range of strategies to help her to promote positive behaviour. For example, she intends to teach children how to recognise and regulate their feelings and emotions. n The childminder recognises the importance of promoting healthy lifestyles. She plans to embed good routines for personal hygiene, including handwashing and oral health. The childminder plans a healthy and nutritious menu. She intends to provide children with exercise to help to keep their bodies healthy.

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This provision meets 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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Setting details

Unique reference number EY550430 Local authority Manchester Inspection number 10261593 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 6 Date of previous inspection 25 August 2022

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in the Clayton area of Manchester. The childminder operates Monday to Sunday, all year round, from 7am to 7pm, except for family holidays.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector discussed any continued impact of the pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The inspector spoke to the childminder to establish how she intends to deliver the educational programmes. n The childminder and the inspector held discussions to determine the childminder's understanding of the early years foundation stage requirements. n The inspector reviewed relevant documents, including the childminder's peadeatric first-aid qualification and safeguarding policies. n The inspector and the childminder had a tour of the premises and outdoor area.

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Inspection activities

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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