Childminder in Trafford

Overall effectiveness Good

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

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The provision is good

The childminder provides a warm and caring environment in which children can grow and develop. She understands that children learn best when they feel safe and secure. As a result, she spends time helping children to reacquaint themselves with her after the long summer break. Children who are new to the setting happily go to her when they are feeling unsure or just need a cuddle.

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The provision is good

The childminder has well-established daily routines and boundaries. This gives children a sense of safety and security, as they know what is happening next. Children behave well, partly because the childminder is a positive role model. Children learn to share their resources, to say 'please' and 'thank you' and to be kind to one another. The childminder nurtures the children's independence from a very young age. This fosters their confidence and self-esteem.

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The provision is good

The childminder plans her curriculum around the individual needs and interests of the children. For example, when children are playing with the cars, she talks about the colours and encourages them to count. This means children are continually learning as they play. Children develop a love of reading. They happily sit with the childminder to read a favourite story, such as 'Simon Sock'.

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need to do better?

n The childminder has taken steps to improve her personal and professional development. As a result, she has created a curriculum based on the children's needs and stages of development. She is aware of what she wants children to learn next. However, on occasion, the childminder's aspirations for children's communication and language skills are too advanced. This is because they have not been based on the individual child's needs. Furthermore, sometimes she uses words such as 'handies', 'leggies' and 'doggies'. This does not fully support children's speaking skills. n The childminder provides activities that spark children's interest. Children thoroughly enjoy exploring the treasure box. They know how to use the torch and happily create patterns on the window. Babies smile and giggle in delight as they shake the bubble wrap and listen to the sounds as the bubbles pop. Children are curious and eager to explore new experiences, which promotes

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future learning. n Children learn about the importance of good health and hygiene through everyday activities. For example, the childminder demonstrates to children how to wash their hands thoroughly. The childminder is sensitive at nappy-changing times, asking children if she can change their nappy. This demonstrates that the childminder respects the children and adheres to their wishes. n Children's physical development is well supported. Babies learn to pull

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need to do better?

20 September 2023 themselves up and walk around the furniture. This helps them to develop the strength to walk unaided. Children learn to take appropriate risks as they use the swings and slide in the park. They manipulate smaller resources with increasing control. These experiences help children to develop their large and small muscles. n The childminder regularly introduces children to mathematical language. For example, when playing with the cars in the toy garage, the childminder talks about the cars being at the 'top' and 'bottom' of the ramp. In addition, she asks children, 'How many more do we need?'. Children begin to recognise numbers in the environment and to count. As a result, children are able to develop an understanding of mathematical concepts. n The childminder encourages children to be as independent as possible. As a result, children develop a can-do attitude. They show determination as they

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attempt to fit the jigsaw pieces together. Babies happily attempt to feed themselves. Older children begin to understand their own needs, such as using the potty. Consequently, children learn a range of skills that actively promote their future learning.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a secure understanding of effective safeguarding practice. She ensures that her knowledge remains current through regular training. This means she is able to take swift action should she have any concerns about a child or family member. The childminder effectively identifies any potential risks in the environment and takes action to mitigate them. Children learn to keep themselves safe. This is because the childminder uses daily activities, such as walking to school, to teach children about road safety. Consequently, children learn skills that will support them throughout their lives.

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should:

n strengthen their understanding of how children acquire language and model words correctly to support children's speaking skills.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 318546 Local authority Trafford Inspection number 10250517 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 4 Date of previous inspection 20 July 2022

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2000 and lives in the Urmston area of Trafford. She operates term time only, from 8.30am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a relevant childminding training certificate.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector discussed any continued impact of the pandemic with the provider and has taken this into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The childminder and inspector discussed how the childminder organises their early years provision, including the aims and rationale for their EYFS curriculum. n The childminder spoke with the inspector about children's learning and development with a particular focus on communication and language. n The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and the children. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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Inspection activities

20 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

20 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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