Childminder in Tameside

Overall effectiveness Outstanding

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

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The provision is outstanding

All children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, make remarkable progress across all areas of their development. They thrive at this extremely nurturing and homely setting. The childminder has created a rich and purposeful curriculum that is extremely well sequenced. She has a very clear vision of what she wants children to learn, while offering a diverse and inclusive practice. Children become absorbed in appealing activities that are precisely matched to what they need to learn next. The childminder skilfully adapts her teaching to meet the varying needs of all children. For example, during snack time, she sparks babies' curiosity around new foods by encouraging them to explore a range of fruits with their senses. This includes touch, smell and taste. Older children develop their small muscles, skilfully peeling and slicing their own fruit. Children are superbly prepared for their next step in learning and eventual move to school.

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The provision is outstanding

The childminder is a fantastic role model and treats children with the utmost respect, which the children mirror. For example, children greet visitors at the door with a smile. They confidently introduce themselves and explain the 'rules'. They show visitors where to hang their coats and where to put their shoes. The knowledgeable childminder always shares pride in children's achievements. Her supportive and nurturing nature helps children to develop affectionate relationships with her and with their peers. This helps children to feel valued and happy during their time at this setting. Children's emotional well-being is of utmost priority and their behaviour is exemplary.

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n The curriculum for communication and language is a real strength. The childminder uses a constant narrative with all children and introduces new words to extend their vocabulary. Young children quickly learn to speak clearly and in full sentences. They ask and answer questions during their play and use a remarkable range of vocabulary such as 'horizontal' and 'investigate'. Children are confident and articulate talkers. n The childminder expertly weaves stories and rhymes into activities and routines. Children listen intently to familiar stories and readily access a range of books. They show a keen interest in the words and pictures. The childminder teaches children about rhyme and rhythm while they clap along to a regular beat. She provides plenty of opportunities for children to make marks and to develop their early writing skills. This contributes to children's remarkable literacy skills. n Children's independence and self-care are central to the childminder's

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curriculum. She wants all children to develop essential life skills to prepare them well for later life. For example, young children manage their belongings and clothing with ease. Children have learned to be fiercely independent.

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16 July 2024 n Children follow, and understand the reasons for, the stringent hygiene procedures that form an integral part of their day. Children learn the importance of making good choices to support their good health. For example, they talk about vitamins and the benefits of eating fresh fruit and vegetables. Children have an excellent understanding of how to develop healthy lifestyle habits. n The childminder ensures that children benefit from plenty of fresh air and exercise. She recognises that some children learn best outdoors and provides a broad range of learning experiences outside, and in all weathers. Older children practise their physical skills when they play football. Babies enjoy tummy time on the grass to build on their core strength. The childminder's support for children's physical development is exemplary. n Children are extremely motivated learners. Together, they become completely

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engrossed as they make 'potions' in the outdoor kitchen. The childminder successfully weaves mathematical problems into children's learning. For example, she reads the ingredients out to the children and asks them to solve simple sums when adding ingredients to make the potion. Children are deeply engaged and consistently show high levels of concentration. n Children have a wealth of opportunities to broaden their understanding of the world around them, including how to keep themselves safe. They benefit from many outings to places of local interest and explore the awe and wonder of the wider world around them. For instance, younger children collect twigs during long walks and use these for crafts and to create 'magic potions'. In addition, older children discuss how they know not to pick wild plants, such as the mushrooms in the woods that look like the ones they eat at mealtimes. Children make exceptional progress.

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n Partnership with parents is excellent. Parents praise the childminder highly for the way that she communicates with them about their children's welfare and developmental progress. The childminder works in close partnership with parents to identify where children are in their learning from the outset. This supports children's ongoing learning at home and in the setting. n The childminder places an extremely sharp focus on professional development. She continually reflects on her practice, identifies areas to improve and seeks support and training to make this happen. The childminder has precisely targeted training that will specifically meet the emerging needs of children in her care and her own identified professional development needs. She makes excellent use of the knowledge she gains and self-evaluation to ensure that what she provides for children has the greatest impact on their learning and development.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

There is an open and positive culture around safeguarding that puts children's interests first.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY499933 Local authority Tameside Inspection number 10347070 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 3 Date of previous inspection 3 August 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2016 and lives in the Stalybridge area of Tameside. She operates from 7.30am to 6.30pm, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday all year round. She provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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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 setting. n The childminder and inspector discussed how the curriculum had been implemented and the impact that this had on children's learning. n The inspector observed interactions between the childminder and the children. n The inspector spoke to children at appropriate times during the day and took account of their views. n The inspector took account of parents' views. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation.

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16 July 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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