Childminder in Manchester

Overall effectiveness Good

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

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The provision is good

Children make good progress at this homely and stimulating setting. The childminder has high expectations of what children can achieve. She repeatedly makes games increasingly more difficult to help to extend their skills and knowledge. Good levels of challenge help to ensure children reach their potential and capabilities. For instance, children are encouraged to categorise groups of coloured objects. After succeeding at this difficult task, they are further challenged to count objects. Children develop their understanding of mathematics and numbers as they play. The programme of play is exciting and helps to build children's positive attitude towards learning. Children jump and clap as they eagerly anticipate a yoga activity. The childminder provides clear instructions and shows children how to stretch and balance. This active participation and role modelling helps children to join in. Children learn the effect physical exercise has on their

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The provision is good

body and develop an understanding of healthy lifestyles. For instance, they talk about being out of breath and using their muscles. Children balance and stretch with increasing confidence. They show impressive coordination as they touch their toes and balance on one leg. Children are physically confident, supported by a varied and challenging programme of play.

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The provision is good

The childminder teaches children how to keep themselves safe. She reminds children not to run indoors, explaining they might fall or trip. The childminder shows and tells children how to precisely hold and operate scissors safely. She promotes children's welfare and teaches them how to independently manage their own safety. Children's behaviour is good. The childminder prides herself on teaching children about good manners, empathy and kindness. They talk about their emotions and enjoy stories about feelings. The childminder lavishes children with lots of affection and praise, building their strong sense of positive self-esteem. Children are supported emotionally and developmentally in this safe, friendly and stimulating setting.

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need to do better?

n The childminder is enthusiastic. Her dedication, drive and positive attitude contributes significantly to the high-quality service she offers. The childminder reflects on her daily practice and frequently makes improvements. Children benefit from this positive attitude towards raising standards. The quality of this provision is good. n The childminder has fostered positive relationships with other registered childminder's. They often meet at local toddler groups and offer support to each other. They discuss new activity ideas or share their experiences. These positive relationships with a large network of professionals help to build the childminder's confidence to develop a good curriculum for children.

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need to do better?

15 January 2025 n The childminder plans a curriculum that meets children's abilities. She invests time getting to know children and adapts her teaching to support their individual needs. The curriculum is tailored to each child's stage of development, and in turn, everyone benefits from the correct level of challenge and support. n The childminder works closely with parents, particularly when children first start attending the setting. She gathers detailed information from them about children's routines and skills. This helps children to settle quickly into her care. n Children are independent and complete everyday tasks for themselves. They peel and chop bananas at snack time. Children help to tidy away toys and wash their hands routinely. Children show that they are self-assured and independent. n The childminder creates a fun environment. Children enjoy their time spent in the setting, exploring engaging resources. In particular, children's interests are

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weaved into the programme of play. For example, children choose to play with toy cars and enjoy freedom to choose their favourite toys and games. This helps to keep children motivated in their learning. n The childminder monitors children's development. She knows where children are making progress and focuses her time to narrow gaps in knowledge. This targeted teaching successfully helps to support children's good progress. n Children enjoy plenty of opportunities to be outdoors. They explore local parks and farms and enjoy fresh air and exercise during regular trips and outings. This contributes to children's good physical health and well-being. The childminder intends to extend this programme of outdoor play by developing her garden, which is only currently accessible in the summer months. This means, at times, children's access to the outdoors is not consistent. n The childminder understands the benefits of training and has completed all

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need to do better?

mandatory training, including safeguarding and first aid. However, she does not precisely identify professional development opportunities in order to improve her skills and knowledge.

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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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should:

n implement plans to improve the outdoor area and allow children who prefer to play outside to access outdoor space all year round n complete relevant and worthwhile training to build skills, knowledge and confidence to meet children's unique needs and impact on their progress even more.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY542921 Local authority Manchester Inspection number 10368504 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 4 Date of previous inspection 22 March 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in the Gorton area of Manchester. She operates all year round, from 8am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder provides government funded early education.

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Inspection activities

n The childminder showed the inspector around all areas of the setting. During this learning walk, they discussed how the curriculum is designed and what the childminder intends for children to learn. n The inspector observed activities and assessed the impact of teaching on children's progress and development. n The inspector completed a joint observation with the childminder. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation, including the suitability of adults living in the registered property.

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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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