Childminder in Tameside

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 chatter happily as they play at this safe, welcoming and homely setting. They choose a matching game and eagerly help to set it up. Children follow the instructions carefully, giggling as they find the correct picture to match with their card. They take turns extremely well, reminding others when it is their turn. Behaviour is good. The childminder shows genuine interest in children's conversations as they talk and laugh during play. Children have close and loving bonds with the caring childminder; this is evident as children snuggle up to the childminder for a story and climb onto her lap when tired. Children feel confident and secure.

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The provision is good

The childminder has a consistent daily routine which includes the children spending time outdoors every day. In the garden, they enjoy lots of physical activities. They can climb, slide, ride on bicycles and throw and catch with balls. They develop their large muscles. The childminder takes the children on trips out. They go to an allotment where they grow fruit and vegetables, and use these in meals when they return to the setting. Conversations about the food help children to begin to think about healthy lifestyles. Children know the routines well. Unprompted, they talk about washing their hands before meals and after messy play. Children are developing good hygiene routines. The childminder supervises children well. She reminds them to play safely, and offers help when needed, for example when going up and down steps. The children copy the kind behaviour demonstrated by the childminder; they ask each other if they are ok, offer help and show genuine

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The provision is good

care for each other. Children are making friendships and learning good social skills.

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need to do better?

n The childminder has a clear plan for her setting. She wants children to be confident, happy and ready for school. She provides a learning environment where children can access activities to support their learning. Children make progress. n Observations of children and knowledge of child development are used by the childminder to plan children's activities. For example, the childminder noted a child's interest in number and planned activities to support counting and size recognition. Sometimes, however, children find the activities too easy. On these occasions, children lose interest and move from the activity. n The childminder attends training to support her professional development. She understands the benefit of this in improving her provision and teaching. For example, a recent course has developed her knowledge of phonics. She is now implementing this into activities with the children. Children are learning the

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need to do better?

sounds that letters represent. n Developing language is a strength in the setting. The childminder offers new and

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need to do better?

9 February 2023 descriptive words linked to current targets. For example, children's understanding of number and size is introduced through an activity with gingerbread cutters, using three sizes. Children talked about 'big', 'medium' and 'small'. Children develop a large vocabulary and can express themselves well. n The childminder discusses identified targets with parents so children can have consistency between the home and the setting. Occasionally, these targets are broad and learning is not sharply focused. On these occasions, learning is less effective. n Children demonstrate excellent behaviour. They take turns well and the childminder carefully supports them to consider their own and other people's feelings. n Children's independence is supported. For example, at lunchtime, children make their own sandwiches. They concentrate well as they spread margarine on their bread. They make lots of choices about what will go into their sandwich. They

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carefully cut it into halves or quarters. Children are delighted with their achievements as they eat their lunch. n The childminder works closely with parents to ensure consistency between the setting and home. She finds out about children's interests, their likes and dislikes. This helps children, especially as they settle into the setting. n Gaps in learning and developmental delay are swiftly identified by the childminder. She uses her knowledge of child development and regular observations to monitor how children are progressing. Any areas of concern are targeted for support, and referral to other professionals is sought if needed. This helps all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, to make progress.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder understands her roles and responsibilities in keeping children safe from harm. She knows the signs and symptoms of abuse and is clear on what action she should take if she was concerned about a child's welfare. She undertakes regular safeguarding training to keep her knowledge up to date. The childminder makes sure her premises are safe and secure; children cannot leave unsupervised. Play areas are free from hazards and children are encouraged to think about their own safety, for example when climbing stairs or steps. The childminder holds a current paediatric first-aid certificate.

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should:

n focus sharply on specific targets, so learning consistently builds on and extends children's current knowledge

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should:

9 February 2023 n provide ambitious activities, so children remain motivated and engaged in their learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY488371 Local authority Tameside Inspection number 10276407 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 7 Date of previous inspection 13 July 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2015 and lives in the Droylesden area of Manchester. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Thursday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3. She provides funded places 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 childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure it is safe and suitable. n The childminder and the inspector discussed how the childminder organises their early years provision, including the aims and rationale for their early years foundation stage curriculum. n The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and children. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request. n The inspector heard from parents during the inspection and took account of their feedback.

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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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