Childminder in Manchester

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder knows how to access safeguarding support and advice. She has an understanding of the potential risks posed to children, including possible exposure to extreme views. She updates her knowledge to help keep children safe. The childminder knows how to respond if she is concerned about a child's welfare. n The childminder describes how she will support children to keep themselves safe in her home and when on local outings. She explains how she will plan activities that help children to develop good hygiene habits and keep healthy lifestyles. For example, the childminder will help children to understand the importance of frequent handwashing and discuss the benefits of nutritious meals that she intends to provide. n The childminder describes the activities she intends to plan for children of different ages and abilities. She explains how she will gather initial and ongoing information from parents to meet the children's individual care and learning

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needs. n The childminder understands about parent partnerships and explains how she will ensure that these are effective. She will give daily feedback to parents about the children and what they have done. The childminder will offer resources to parents to help them to support their children at home. n The childminder describes how she will encourage children to behave well and acquire positive social skills. She explains how she will give children opportunities to socialise with others, such as at local playgroups. The childminder explains how she will help children to respect others and learn about other cultures, beliefs and a variety of festivals. n The childminder explains how she will help children to learn about their emotions and feelings. She will use positive language. She describes how she will be a good role model, for example by encouraging children to take turns, and she will support the development of children's communication skills.

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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 EY481649 Local authority Manchester Inspection number 10301462 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 12 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 19 January 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2014 and lives in Benchill, Manchester. She operates all year round from 6.30am to 8.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder offers overnight care. She is registered to work with an assistant.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the childminder childminder 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 her evaluation of the setting. n The childminder showed the inspector the areas of her home that will be used by the children. n Documents were reviewed by the inspector. These included evidence of the suitability of the childminder, assistant, household members, relevant policies, and evidence of the childminder's professional development. n The childminder and the inspector discussed educational progress and safeguarding issues. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she meets the requirements of the early years foundation stage.

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7 September 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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