Childminder in Tameside

Overall effectiveness Good

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

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The provision is good

Children are happy with this warm and friendly childminder. Children enjoy walking to the local primary school before counting and comparing conkers as they walk back. The childminder closely observes what children are interested in and swiftly introduces exciting activities to further their learning. For example, when children show interest in a woodlouse, the childminder initiates a bug hunt and encourages children to count insect legs using a magnifying glass. Later, the children draw what they have found using a bug book to help them learn more.

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The provision is good

The childminder's calm approach and high expectations encourage children to behave well and keep themselves safe. The childminder currently works in partnership with another childminder. Children benefit from their combined expertise and develop social skills with the wider group of children. The childminder teaches children to share and be kind, which leads to strong friendships forming between children of all ages.

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The provision is good

The children learn from a wide and varied curriculum tailored to each individual child. Babies develop the confidence they need to explore, and the childminder praises them when they courageously take the lead. The childminder places a strong focus on communication and language in all activities. She uses a wide vocabulary, and the children respond with a steady stream of conversation.

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need to do better?

n The childminder has a good overview of what she wants children to learn in her care. She regularly reviews children's learning in all areas to ensure she is delivering a broad range of experiences that meet the children's needs. Children make steady progress from their starting points and are well prepared for starting school. n The environment is carefully considered to offer learning opportunities to all children. Books that engage children's interest in nature and science are placed in cosy corners and on drawing tables. Numbers and written words are used in play and around the setting to encourage children's familiarity. Toys and interesting objects are placed within easy reach to encourage children to explore. Supported by the childminder, children are constantly busy and direct their own learning. n The childminder shares children's next steps with parents and makes plans on how to support the child together. For example, ahead of children beginning

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school, she shares a book of milestones the child can reach and celebrates as the child achieves each one. Parents feel that the consistent approach at home and in the setting helps their child to achieve their goals. n Children's emotional needs are met by this nurturing childminder. She is swift to

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13 September 2023 give cuddles when children feel sad and quick to laugh when they are having fun. Children grow in confidence, knowing they are supported to manage their big feelings. n The childminder uses everyday experiences to teach children how to keep themselves safe. When children hear the siren of a fire engine and imagine the house is on fire, she talks to children about how they would leave the house safely. Children feel safe and secure with their childminder. n Children have a range of opportunities to be physically active and healthy. In the garden, they ride on tricycles and balance on beams, showing increasing control of their large muscles. Children know they are making healthy choices, saying 'we're eating healthy food!' as they help to prepare fruit. n Children learn from a wide variety of experiences out of the setting. They visit the local theatre to see exhibitions about their favourite books and take the tram

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to Manchester's Chinatown to learn more about Chinese New Year. These experiences build on their knowledge of the wider world. n The childminder is reflective about her practice. She constantly seeks new information and ideas through her childminding network and training. One example of this is the childminder's commitment to improving her confidence and delivery of direct teaching practice, which is sometimes not sufficiently focused.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder is alert to the signs that a child may be at risk of abuse. She is knowledgeable about different types of abuse such as emotional abuse, neglect and female genital mutilation. The childminder knows who to contact if she is concerned for a child. The childminder uses risk assessments effectively in her home, on visits and in the additional premises she uses. The childminder holds a paediatric first-aid certificate and is confident in how she would respond in an emergency, such as if a child were to choke.

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should:

n use already good professional development skills to strengthen the planning of adult-led activities in order to support children's progress even further.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY494320 Local authority Tameside Inspection number 10289546 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 18 Date of previous inspection 28 November 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2015 and lives in Tameside, Greater Manchester. She operates all year round, from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3.

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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 how the space is used for children's learning. n Children spoke to the inspector during the inspection. n The inspector observed interactions between the childminder and children. n The inspector observed the childminder in practice, and they discussed the outcomes of the activity. n Parents shared their views with the inspector. n The inspector and the childminder had several discussions. n The inspector viewed key documentation, including evidence of suitability and qualifications. n The childminder's co-childminder shared her views with the inspector.

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Inspection activities

13 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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Inspection activities

13 September 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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