Childminder in Manchester

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands the learning and development requirements. He explains clearly how he will observe children to identify their starting points and to plan activities following children's interests. He discussed how he would use his knowledge of children's learning to plan the next steps for their development and promote their progress. n The childminder intends to promote children's understanding of healthy lifestyles. He explains how he will support children's physical skills and access to outdoor experiences through a range of activities, including trips to the park and local children's centre. He is aware that being outdoors has a positive impact on children's physical and mental well-being. n The childminder intends to be a positive role model to help promote children's responsible and independent behaviour. He plans to help children to understand their own emotions and how their behaviour affects others. The childminder

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explains appropriate ways that he will encourage children's self-care skills based on their stage of development. For example, he intends for pre-school children to learn to be able to use the toilet, feed themselves, and be able to put on their own shoes and coats. n The childminder has a good understanding of the importance of working in partnership with parents. He understands the value in fostering good communication with parents so that children can benefit from a consistent approach between the setting and at home. The childminder intends to use observations of children and discussions with parents to help identify any challenges in learning and development. He knows the importance of taking prompt action to help all children get the support they need, in order to close any emerging gaps. n The childminder explains how he plans to keep children safe. For example, he plans to risk assess the home on a daily basis, and ensure the premises remain

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secure . He knows to inform Ofsted of any changes in the household and of any matters of significance. He holds a current paediatric first-aid certificate and knows what to do in the case of an emergency. n The childminder explains how he will continue building his knowledge of how children learn. He intends to access training from his local authority. He also intends to learn from the staff at the local children's centre, to help him support all children's learning.

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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 EY501272 Local authority Manchester Inspection number 10340788 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 0 Date of previous inspection 6 June 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2015 and lives in Moston, Manchester. He operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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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 childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure they are safe and suitable. n The childminder and the inspector discussed how the childminder intends to organise their early years provision, including the aims and rationale for their curriculum. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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Inspection activities

11 April 2024 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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11 April 2024 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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