Childminder in Manchester

This provision meets requirements

n The experienced childminder demonstrates an excellent understanding of the requirements of her registration. She keeps abreast of changes in legislation and ensures that her training is up to date. The childminder has effective systems in place for self-evaluation. She is aware of the importance of self-reflection to bring about continued improvement. n The childminder has a sound understanding of how she intends to keep children safe. She attends safeguarding training and is aware of the local referral procedure. The childminder understands the steps to take if there is an allegation against herself or a household member. n The childminder has a good understanding of the areas of learning. She confidently explains how she will use her knowledge of child development to offer children an ambitious curriculum. The childminder explains how she will assess and monitor children's learning. She is aware of how to use assessment

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information to help children to make the progress of which they are capable. n The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of how she intends to offer an inclusive service. She proposes to teach children about their local community. The childminder aims to offer children broad experiences to learn about similarities and differences beyond their own experiences. n The childminder knows the importance of partnership working. She plans to share learning and care information with parents and with other professionals. The childminder has effective links in place with the local authority. n The childminder understands the importance of supporting children to regulate their own feelings and emotions. She intends to be a positive role model and to be consistent in her expectations of children's behaviour. The childminder plans to teach children about mutual respect, kindness and tolerance. n The childminder has an excellent understanding of how she will support children

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with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and children who speak English as an additional language. She is aware of the importance of early intervention and external support to help these children to make good progress. n The childminder intends to teach children about healthy living. She aims to teach children about healthy eating, good oral health and the importance of physical activity.

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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 EY103747 Local authority Manchester Inspection number 10308111 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 2 Date of previous inspection 20 March 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2002 and lives in the Newton Heath area of Manchester. She provides childcare each weekday from 7am to 5pm, all year round except for family holidays. She holds an early years 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 his evaluation. n The inspector had a tour of the premises. He viewed the resources and toys that will be available to children. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder to establish her knowledge and understanding of the requirements for the early years foundation stage. n A range of relevant documentation was sampled by the inspector, including evidence of the childminder's suitability and training.

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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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