Childminder in Bury

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 and her assistant provide a curriculum that helps children to become curious individuals with a thirst for learning. Their motto, to provide 'comfort with education', is reflected in children's behaviour and learning. Children make themselves at home as they select activities they enjoy. For example, children choose favourite books, such as 'Chicken Clicking', which they read independently. They talk about the characters in the story and the dangers of using the laptop. This helps children to learn about e-safety from a very young age.

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The provision is good

Children's personal development is promoted well. The childminder and her assistant are calm and nurturing in their manner. As a result, children develop warm and trusting relationships. Children are encouraged to talk about their feelings, which helps them to express their emotions. They are also sensitive to the needs of others and demonstrate high levels of empathy as they play. For example, children share toys with each other and play cooperatively. This also helps them to develop a positive attitude towards learning. The childminder and her assistant help children to care for their environment. They have recycling bins in the playroom to help children understand about sustainability. They also take children on 'scavenger hunts' so they can explore and appreciate the natural world.

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need to do better?

n The childminder has worked hard to make improvements since the previous inspection. For example, the childminder has provided guidance and support to her assistant to help enhance the quality of teaching. The assistant is highly skilled, and her interactions with children help them to thrive. n The childminder wants children to be ready for school. As such, she provides a wide range of opportunities for children to develop skills such as independence and proficiency in their self-care. This helps them to be physically ready for their next steps. However, the childminder has not forged strong links with local schools to help fully prepare children for their transitions. For example, the childminder is not clear on how best to support children's early writing skills. As a result, children are not accurately learning to write the letters of their name. n The curriculum for outdoor play and physical exercise is exciting. Children

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thoroughly enjoy the opportunities it provides. For example, children venture out on lots of outings, where they can jump in puddles and run exuberantly in the fresh air. At other times, they use their arm muscles as they pick up big pumpkins from the field. Children also benefit from weekly swimming lessons. This gives them opportunities to develop their posture, stamina and coordination, which further enhances their physical skills. Parents are delighted with the activities provided. n Children gain lots of confidence with their communication skills. The childminder

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13 October 2023 and her assistant provide narratives as children play. They also engage children in lots of back-and-forth conversations. This generates lots of lively chatter. Children who are a little shy at communicating are given the right support to help them gain confidence in their speaking. This works incredibly well and helps to ensure that all children have a voice. n Books are used well to help children develop a love of stories. There are lots of books available, which children can access freely. The childminder also encourages children to take books home to share with their parents. This works incredibly well in practice, as parents are now buying books for their children. This partnership working is having a significant impact on the development of children's vocabulary and early reading. n The quality of education is consistently strong, which gives children a good start in their early education. However, children do not always have opportunities to

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revisit and reflect on previous learning. For example, children learn about different celebrations as they make foods from around the world, such as samosas. However, there is no extension to these rich, first-hand experiences. As a result, children do not gain as much depth in some aspects of their learning. n The childminder works closely with health visitors. This integrated approach provides huge benefits for children. For example, the childminder and health visitors work closely to help support children's speech and language development. The childminder also completes the required progress checks for children aged between two and three years. These are completed in line with health visitor checks. This means any delays in a child's development can be identified swiftly.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder works closely with parents to develop their understanding of e- safety. For example, she shares information about dangerous internet sites that children can access easily. As a result of her guidance, parents have set internet restrictions to help protect their children. The childminder and her assistant are knowledgeable about child protection, which helps to safeguard children. They undertake regular training and test each other's knowledge through regular quizzes. As a result, they have strong awareness of the risks children may encounter.

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should:

n increase opportunities for children to revisit previous learning to help them practise and consolidate what they have already learned

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should:

13 October 2023 n build links with school teachers to support further children's transitions to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2592485 Local authority Bury Inspection number 10277109 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

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inspection

Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 4 Date of previous inspection 26 October 2022

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2020 and lives in Bury. She operates all year round, from 7.30am until 5.30pm, Monday to Friday. The childminder holds a recognised qualification at level 3. She works with an assistant, who also holds a recognised qualification at level 3. The childminder provides funded education for three- and four-year-old children.

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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 setting. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder, assistant and children at appropriate times during the inspection. n The childminder and inspector completed a learning walk. n The inspector observed the quality of education and the impact this has on children's learning. n Consideration was given to parents' written testimonials. n The inspector carried out a joint observation with the childminder. n The inspector reviewed some documents, including first-aid certificates and children's progress checks.

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Inspection activities

13 October 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 October 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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