Childminder in Manchester

Overall effectiveness Good

The quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Inadequate

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The provision is good

Children are happy in the childminder's safe and welcoming home. They are settled and develop warm and loving relationships with her. Children access a range of toys and equipment in the well-resourced garden, as well as indoors. They display lots of confidence and a positive eagerness to learn. Children are supported to develop their speech and language through a love of books. They invite the childminder to read to them and sit by her side turning the pages. The childminder introduces lots of vocabulary as she models the correct pronunciation.

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The provision is good

Children especially enjoy rhyme time. As they sing songs, the childminder introduces the musical instruments. The children joyfully beat the drums in time with the rhythm of their favourite song. The childminder works closely with parents. She obtains lots of information about children's previous learning, including from other settings they have attended. This helps the childminder to assess and plan effectively so that she can support children's future learning and help them make good progress. Children are encouraged to understand how to manage their own personal and oral hygiene. They have excellent manners, using 'please' or 'thank you' without being prompted. They help tidy away when asked.

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need to do better?

n The childminder has made significant improvements since her last inspection to address the previous weaknesses. She has made good use of training and mentoring from other childcare professionals to help her plan an effective curriculum. The childminder demonstrates improved understanding of how to plan relevant experiences that promote specific learning. For example, she reinforces hand-eye coordination and new vocabulary during a threading activity. Children clap and giggle when the childminder praises their achievement. n Despite improving her curriculum for communication and language, some of the childminder's new skills are not yet embedded. On occasion, she asks lots of questions in quick succession and does not always give children the chance to reflect and respond. This means children's understanding and speaking skills are not promoted in the best way possible. n The childminder shares helpful ideas with parents to help improve outcomes for

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children. For example, she has developed a reward chart to encourage children to practise oral hygiene at home. Parents comment that their children are excited to attend and enjoy home-cooked meals when in the childminder's care. They appreciate the support provided by the childminder to help their children make progress in their learning. n Accurate assessment of children's progress enables the childminder to plan her curriculum around their next stage of learning. The childminder provides many

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need to do better?

23 June 2023 opportunities to support children's mathematical skills. During activities, she models and encourages counting skills. She teaches children to recognise shapes. The childminder also uses activities, such as hopscotch, and talks to children about the number sequences. These opportunities help to support children's early mathematical understanding. n The childminder plans her learning environment effectively. For example, she makes good use of the large outdoor space to help children to develop physical skills, such as hopping, running and throwing. The childminder also takes children on walks to the local park. These experiences help children gain a love of outdoor spaces and enhance their physical development. The childminder provides lots of fresh water and healthy home-made meals. This helps children to explore different foods and tastes and also to learn about healthy eating. n Children have opportunities to learn about differences between themselves and

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others. For example, the childminder takes the children to play sessions in the local community so that they can socialise with other children. Children also learn about special festivals and events as they celebrate Eid, Easter and Chinese New Year. These experiences help them develop a positive view of different cultures and beliefs. n The childminder understands what children need to learn next. She encourages them to develop their independence skills, such as toilet training and self-care. Children explain that they need to wash the germs away after play and before eating. The childminder is very aware that these are some of the skills that will help them move on to their next stage of learning and their eventual transition to school.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a current paediatric first-aid certificate to help her respond to any emergency situation. She has also completed child protection training to ensure her knowledge is up to date. The childminder has a clear understanding of the signs that may indicate a child being at risk of harm. She also aware of the procedures to follow if she has any concerns about a child in her care. The childminder ensures that parents and visitors are aware of her policy regarding mobile phones not being permitted on the premises. She teaches children about how to keep themselves safe. For example, she talks to them about stranger danger and road safety.

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should:

n allow children time to think critically and reflect on a question before asking further questions.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY314416 Local authority Blackburn with Darwen Inspection number 10278276 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 5 Date of previous inspection 4 January 2023

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2005 and lives in the Audley area of Blackburn, Lancashire. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 7.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays, and she offers overnight care. The childminder holds a relevant qualification at level 2.

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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 childminder. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure they are safe and suitable. n Discussions were held at convenient times with the children and the childminder. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about their intentions for children's learning. n Consideration was given to parents' written comments. n The childminder and the inspector evaluated an activity and discussed the impact on children's learning. n Relevant documents were reviewed by the inspector, including qualifications and children's records. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder to assess her knowledge of safeguarding and welfare requirements of the early years foundation stage and how the childminder evaluates her practice.

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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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Inspection activities

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