Childminder in Trafford

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Previous inspection Not Met (with actions)

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has successfully addressed the previous weaknesses that were raised at the last inspection. She has worked closely with the local authority to bring about improvement. The childminder understands the importance of self- evaluation. She intends to include the views of parents and carers to help to determine future improvement plans. n The childminder has a good understanding of child development. She demonstrates a clear vision of how she will provide children with an ambitious curriculum. The childminder intends to assess and monitor children's learning on a regular basis. She aims to share this information with parents to support them in continuing their children's learning at home. n The childminder confidently explains how she proposes to support children to manage their own emotions. She wants children to talk about their feelings and she intends to teach them about kindness and respect.

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder is an advocate for life-long learning. She wants to establish a programme of training that will support her in improving outcomes for children. She intends to share best practice with other childcare professionals and wants to attend local network meetings with other childminders. n The childminder has a secure understanding of how she plans to keep children safe and protected from harm. She has attended safeguarding training and understands the referral procedure. The childminder knows the steps to take if there is an allegation against herself or a household member. n The childminder has a good understanding of how she will support children to gain a love of reading. She aims to take children to the local library and will provide books for them to share with their families. n The childminder wants to teach children about the importance of healthy living. She intends to provide children with nutritious foods and wants to educate them

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This provision meets requirements

about the importance of good oral health. The childminder wants to help children to learn about good hygiene practices and the benefits of being physically active. n The childminder proposes to offer an inclusive service. She aims to teach children about similarities and differences between themselves and others. The childminder shows a good understanding of how she will support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities and children who speak English as an additional language.

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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 2627168 Local authority Trafford Inspection number 10338379 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 18 October 2023

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2021 and lives in the Trafford area of Manchester. She operates Monday to Friday, all year round, from 8am until 6.30pm. The childminder holds an early years qualification at level 6.

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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 his evaluation of the setting. n The inspector had a tour of the premises. He viewed the resources and toys that will be available to children. n A range of relevant documentation was sampled by the inspector, including evidence of the childminder's suitability and training. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder to establish her knowledge and understanding of the requirements for the early years foundation stage.

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Inspection activities

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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