Childminder in Stockport

Overall effectiveness Good

The quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Not applicable

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The provision is good

The childminder provides a safe, nurturing environment where children feel supported. She provides opportunities for children to engage in active play, such as outdoor walks and games. These help to promote their physical health and emotional resilience. The childminder supports children to develop an understanding of the world around them. She takes children on a variety of outings to local parks, the zoo and the library. These help children to explore and learn from real-life experiences. For example, during a trip to the zoo, children observed animals in their natural habitat and expanded their knowledge of wildlife and the environment.

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The provision is good

The childminder supports children to develop positive attitudes to learning. She fosters curiosity and perseverance and provides a stimulating environment with engaging activities. For example, when children build with objects that have magnets in, she supports them in trying different ways to connect the pieces. This helps them develop resilience and a love for learning. This helps to encourage problem-solving, exploration and independence. The childminder has an ambitious curriculum that supports every child to reach their full potential. She carefully plans activities that challenge and engage children at different developmental stages, ensuring that all children, including those who need extra help, are included and supported.

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need to do better?

n The childminder is committed to improving her teaching by engaging in training and professional development. After completing a training course on story-based learning, she introduced story boxes to enhance children's imagination and language skills. Children benefit from a richer curriculum and more effective support for their development. n The childminder supports children to develop confidence in expressing themselves and expands their vocabulary through meaningful interactions. She engages children in conversations, introduces new words, and uses stories, songs and role play to encourage communication. Children become confident communicators, learn to express their thoughts clearly and develop strong language skills to support their future learning. n The childminder helps all children to feel included, supported and able to make progress at their own pace. She adapts activities, provides additional resources

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need to do better?

and works closely with other professionals to meet children's individual needs. Children gain confidence, develop key skills and make steady progress in their learning and development. n The childminder encourages children to develop their fine and gross motor skills, in order to support their overall physical development. She provides a range of

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12 February 2025 activities, such as outdoor play, mark making, climbing and using tools, for example rolling pins and tongs, to strengthen their coordination and control. This supports children to build confidence in their physical abilities and improves their skills in tasks, such as dressing and using cutlery. n The childminder supports children to develop confidence, independence and positive relationships with others. She provides a nurturing environment, encourages social interactions through group activities and supports children in understanding and managing their emotions. Children build strong friendships, develop resilience and gain the social skills that are needed to interact positively with others. n The childminder wants children to develop key skills and confidence in their learning. Overall, she uses effective teaching strategies, such as asking effective questions, modelling language and encouraging problem-solving. However, she

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does not always implement these strategies consistently, and children do not have opportunities for deeper learning and independent thinking. n The childminder builds good partnerships with parents. She maintains regular communication, shares updates on children's progress and offers guidance on learning activities. This helps children benefit from a consistent approach between home and the setting and supports their overall development and well- being. n The childminder teaches children about differences in people. She introduces books about diversity, helps children learn about different festivals and encourages them to share their own experiences and backgrounds. For example, during a discussion about different family structures, she reads a story that includes various types of families. These experiences help children recognise and respect differences.

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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 ensure that teaching strategies are used consistently to increase learning opportunities, encouraging children to think independently and deepen their understanding.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2700327 Local authority Stockport Inspection number 10372225 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 Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2022 and lives in Stockport. Her provision operates all year round, from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Thursday, except for family holidays. She offers the government funded places for childcare.

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Inspection activities

n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how she ensures that they are safe and suitable. n The childminder and the inspector completed a learning walk together to discuss the childminder's intentions for children's learning. n Children spoke to the inspector during the inspection. n The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and the children. n Parents shared their views of the setting with the inspector. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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Inspection activities

12 February 2025 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

12 February 2025 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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