Childminder in Trafford

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a secure knowledge and understanding of the requirements of the early years foundation stage. She is able to demonstrate how she would design and implement a balanced, broad and sequenced curriculum. The childminder understands how to assess and monitor children's learning. She is also aware of how to use assessment information to help children make good progress. n The childminder demonstrates a secure knowledge and understanding of how to promote children's behaviour. She intends to be a positive role model and to be consistent in her expectations of children's behaviour. The childminder understands how the use of praise and encouragement helps children to develop a positive attitude to learning. n The childminder demonstrates an awareness of the importance of working in partnerships with parents and other professionals involved in children's care. She discusses the importance of communicating well with parents, as well as

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referring to external agencies when needed. n The childminder has a secure understanding of safeguarding. She is clear on what needs to be reported and how to make referrals. The childminder is also able identify signs that indicate that a child may be at risk of harm. She ensures that she minimises hazards in her home to help keep children safe. n The childminder explains how she would promote children's health and well- being. She aims to teach children about the importance of good hygiene practices and the value of exercise, to help promote their well-being. n The childminder understands the importance of offering an inclusive service. She describes how she would teach children about diversity, so that all children recognise and respect differences. n The childminder demonstrates how she would reflect and evaluate on her practice and provision. She is aware of the importance of self-reflection to bring

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about continued improvement. The childminder intends to evaluate the quality of her service by using feedback from parents and children to identify areas to improve. The childminder completes her own research and undertakes training for her continued professional development.

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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 EY499150 Local authority Trafford Inspection number 10335372 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 9 Date of previous inspection 13 June 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2016 and lives in Timperley, Altrincham. She operates from 7.30am to 9am and 3.30pm to 6pm, Monday to Friday, term time only.

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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 childminder. 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 the childminder's intentions for children's learning. n The childminder and inspector discussed how the curriculum will be implemented and how the childminder will assess the impact that this has on children's learning. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request. n Although there were no children in the early age range present at the time of this inspection, there were children present who were over the age of five years.

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Inspection activities

10 June 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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Inspection activities

10 June 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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