Childminder in Wigan

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder maintains a current paediatric first-aid qualification. She keeps up to date with mandatory training and completes research online to further her knowledge. For example, the childminder has updated her understanding of safeguarding to include signs of domestic abuse and child exploitation. n The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of the possible signs and symptoms that indicate a child may be at risk of harm and abuse. She is clear about how to make a referral if she were to have a concern about a child's welfare. n The childminder places a strong focus on minimising risks. She intends to identify and remove potential hazards, so that children can play and learn in a safe environment. n The childminder explains how she will plan activities and experiences for children that are fun and educational. She intends to teach a broad curriculum, across all areas of learning, that prepares children well for school. She aspires for children

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to be independent, confident and have a positive attitude to learning. n The childminder plans to work closely with parents and share regular information with them about their children's learning. She will share ideas and strategies with parents to help to continue their children's learning at home. n The childminder describes how she will work with teachers and staff at other settings that children attend. She will share information regularly about children to provide continuity in their care and education. n The childminder shows a positive approach to managing children's behaviour. She explains how she will help children to understand the rules and boundaries, and set a good example. The childminder plans to encourage children to use good manners and build respectful friendships with their peers. n The childminder intends to promote children's healthy lifestyles. She will ensure that children have daily opportunities to be active outside. The childminder plans

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to work with parents to ensure that snacks and packed lunches are healthy and nutritious. She will talk to parents about her expectations of the lunches they provide and encourage children to try new food. n The childminder has an interesting range of books and resources that she intends to use to help children to recognise similarities and differences in each other. She plans to take children on outings into the community, so that they develop an understanding of the wider world.

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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 2524467 Local authority Wigan Inspection number 10215045 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory 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 2019 and lives in Wigan. She operates all year round, from 7.30am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 2.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the childminder received since 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 childminder. n The inspector viewed the childminding provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request. n The childminder explained to the inspector how she will plan her curriculum and how she intends to work in partnership with parents. n The inspector checked the childminder's understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements. n The inspector talked to the childminder about how she reflects on her practice and develops her knowledge and skills.

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Inspection activities

2 March 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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2 March 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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