Grundy, Helen

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a good understanding of how children learn. She intends to deliver an ambitious curriculum across all areas of learning. The childminder will follow children's interests and adapt her teaching to suit their individual needs. n The childminder has a secure knowledge of how to use assessment to identify any gaps in children's learning. She intends to implement a programme of targeted support for children to make good progress in those areas. n The childminder will work with parents to ensure children are confident and develop a positive attitude to learning. She shares how she will ensure that children develop their independence skills in readiness for starting school. Her passion and enthusiasm for learning will be modelled to the children to encourage them to persevere and try new things. n The childminder will encourage children to maintain high standards of behaviour, such as being kind and taking turns. She will teach children to manage their

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emotions and help them to feel safe and secure. The childminder also intends to teach children to have respect for themselves and each other. n The childminder understands the importance of promoting children's communication and language skills by introducing new vocabulary and modelling correct grammar and pronunciation. She will encourage children to develop a love of books by reading familiar stories and undertaking regular visits to the library. The childminder will ensure that children benefit from a language-rich environment. n The childminder prioritises her continuous professional development. She has undertaken numerous online training courses to renew and refresh her knowledge. She considers how she will continually improve her practice. The childminder also works closely with her local authority early years team to keep up to date with current guidance. n The childminder has completed safeguarding training and ensures that her

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knowledge remains up to date. She is aware of the signs of abuse and neglect and knows the local referral procedures to follow if she has a concern. n The childminder keeps up to date with first-aid training and is confident in administering emergency first aid. She will teach children to keep themselves safe and look out for potential risks and hazards. n The childminder demonstrates a secure understanding of how to conduct risk assessments to ensure her home and equipment are safe for children. The areas used for childminding are well organised and safe for children.

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This provision meets requirements

13 July 2023 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 EY320200 Local authority Stockport Inspection number 10301426 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 10 January 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2006 and lives in the Reddish area of Stockport. She operates before school, from 7.15am until 9am, and after school, from 3pm to 5pm, every Monday to Friday, during term time only. The childminder provides funded early education 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 provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The childminder and the inspector discussed the intentions for children's learning, and the childminder explained how she will support children's learning and development. n The childminder explained to the inspector how she intends to meet the safeguarding and welfare requirements when looking after children. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of relevant records and documentation, including evidence of the suitability of adults living in the household. n All areas used for childminding were viewed, and the inspector took account of how the childminder ensures that children are kept safe.

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Inspection activities

13 July 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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13 July 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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