Childminder in Stockport

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder offers a welcoming and inclusive service. She values the unique contribution everyone makes to her setting. n The childminder has a very positive attitude to working in partnership with parents, other carers and schools. She is committed to working in partnership to promote children's well-being and enhance their learning and development. n The childminder is committed to her continuous professional development. This helps to ensure she can meet children's individual needs when she returns to caring for children in the early years age range. The childminder has a secure knowledge and understanding of the learning and development requirements of the early years foundation stage. She understands the importance of providing a broad curriculum that helps young children to develop the skills and knowledge they need for the next stage of their education. n The childminder has created inviting and interesting play areas, both indoors

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and outdoors. She has a wealth of resources to support the delivery of a rich and varied curriculum. n The childminder is knowledgeable in teaching children about cultural differences. She understands the needs of families in the local community and knows how to provide an inclusive service. The childminder confidently explains how she will teach children to help prepare them for life in modern Britain. n The childminder demonstrates an excellent understanding of how to promote socially acceptable behaviour and respect for others. n The childminder has a secure understanding of her role and responsibility regarding child protection. She has an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the types and possible indicators of abuse or neglect. The childminder fully understands the procedure to follow if she is concerned about a child's welfare. This includes her responsibility to notify the local authority designated officer in

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the event of an allegation being made against the childminder or a member of the household. n The childminder's home and garden are well maintained and free from hazards. Through discussion, the childminder demonstrated a good understanding of risk assessment. She explains how she takes steps to minimise risk to help keep children safe, both within her home and while on outings.

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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 EY553989 Local authority Stockport Inspection number 10286532 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 1 Date of previous inspection 19 August 2022

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2018 and lives in the Offerton area of Stockport. The childminder operates all year round, from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a relevant early years qualification at level 3.

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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 childminder explained how she intends to deliver educational programmes for early years children, including the activities, experiences and resources she will provide. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder to assess her knowledge of the safeguarding and welfare requirements of the early years foundation stage. n The childminder showed the inspector around her home and garden. n The inspector reviewed a range of relevant documents, including evidence of the childminder's suitability and training.

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Inspection activities

4 May 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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