Childminder in Stockport

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a secure knowledge of how he will assess children's learning and development. He states that he will observe children and will plan activities that are suited to their age and stage of development. The childminder explained how he will also support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities and children who speak English as an additional language to help ensure that all children make progress. n The childminder states the importance of working closely with parents. He will gather information about children's care needs and what skills children already have acquired when they first begin. The childminder states that he will keep parents informed of their children's progress and will provide ideas of how they can further support this at home. He will have ongoing chats and share detailed information with parents regarding the progress their children are making. n The childminder explains how he will capture children's and parents' views to

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help him reflect on what he is doing well and to identify any changes or adoptions that need to be made, in order for him to provide the best quality service to children and their families. n The childminder has a secure understanding of the need to promote children's good health and hygiene. For example, he describes how he will provide healthy nutritious meals to children and offer opportunities for them to grow their own fruit and vegetables. The childminder will encourage children to carry out good hygiene procedures and will provide them with plenty of opportunities to be active. n The childminder has a good understanding of how to safeguard children. He speaks confidently about signs and symptoms of abuse and the procedures to follow if he has any concerns regarding children's welfare. The childminder describes how he will carry out risk assessments around the home and will include children in regular fire drills. In addition to this, he will promote

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children's awareness of keeping themselves safe when they are out in the community. n The childminder describes how he will support children's good behaviour. He explains how he will carry out familiar routines to help children have a clear understanding of expectations, rules and boundaries. The childminder states he will demonstrate to children the importance of having good manners and being respectful to others.

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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 2624287 Local authority Stockport Inspection number 10285644 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 11 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2021 and is located in High Lane, Stockport. He operates all year round, from 7.30am until 6pm on Monday to Friday, with the exception of family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate childcare qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the provider 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. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how he ensures they are safe and suitable. n The inspector reviewed some documents, including first-aid certificates. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how he intends to meet the safeguarding and welfare requirements.

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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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