Childminder in Rochdale

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 builds strong and trusting relationships with children from the very beginning of their settling-in process. She offers a warm and welcoming environment. The childminder provides comfort and gradually increases children's involvement in activities as they feel more secure. This approach helps children to feel safe and supported, allowing them to settle in quickly and form positive attachments.

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The provision is good

The childminder provides a curriculum that is ambitious for children. She assesses children's starting points in development through detailed observations and discussions with parents and carers. The childminder tailors learning opportunities based on children's interests. This helps children to engage in activities for extended periods and make good progress in their learning and development.

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The provision is good

The childminder fosters children's independence. She encourages them to take responsibility for their actions and make choices. The childminder supports children to pour their own drinks, choose their activities and tidy up after themselves, providing guidance when needed. This helps children to become more confident in their abilities, develop a sense of responsibility and demonstrate increased independence in daily routines. Children demonstrate positive attitudes to their learning and are well prepared for their next stage in learning.

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need to do better?

n The childminder engages in ongoing training to strengthen her knowledge and enhance her teaching approach. After completing training about the early years curriculum, she has designed an educational programme that provides experiences that enable children's development in all areas of learning. This supports children to experience a well-structured and progressive curriculum that enhances their development. n The childminder supports children effectively to develop strong speaking and listening skills to support their communication. She engages them in meaningful conversations and asks open-ended questions. For example, during story time, she encourages children to talk about the story and relate it to their own experiences. This helps children to become confident communicators, listen attentively and use language to explain their ideas. n The childminder works alongside children to develop their confidence,

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need to do better?

independence and positive relationships with others. She encourages children to express their feelings, take turns and resolve conflicts. For example, the childminder uses a book to help children to identify and talk about their emotions. This helps children to manage their own emotions and respond empathetically to others.

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need to do better?

14 February 2025 n The childminder intends for children to develop their fine and gross motor skills, helping them to gain confidence in their physical abilities. She provides a range of activities, such as using dough to strengthen children's hand muscles and outdoor play with bicycles to improve their coordination. This helps children to demonstrate improved control over their movements and enhanced physical confidence. n The most able children confidently demonstrate secure knowledge in their learning. However, at times, the childminder does not fully extend their thinking or introduce new concepts. This means that the most able children do not have consistent opportunities to develop more complex levels of understanding and skills. n The childminder teaches children about diversity, helping them to appreciate and respect differences in people and cultures. For example, she provides books, puzzles and role-play resources that reflect a range of backgrounds and

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discusses celebrations from different cultures, such as Diwali and Lunar New Year. As a result, children develop an inclusive mindset, an understanding of different traditions and positive attitudes towards others. n The childminder works in close partnership with parents to support children's learning and development. She shares regular updates through conversations, photos and messages. The childminder encourages parents to contribute to their child's learning, such as discussing experiences from home or extending activities. Children benefit from a consistent approach to their learning. n The childminder helps children to develop an understanding of the world around them by providing a range of first-hand experiences. She takes children on outings to places such as farms, libraries and local shops, and encourages conversations about their surroundings. For example, the childminder talks with children about seasonal changes during nature walks. Children are curious and

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need to do better?

develop a deeper awareness of their environment.

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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 enhance opportunities for the most able children to extend their learning, explore new ideas and deepen their understanding through more complex thinking and activities.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2697474 Local authority Rochdale Inspection number 10372358 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 4 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. She lives in the Middleton area of Manchester. The childminder provides care for children all year round, from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for family holidays. She provides government funded childcare.

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Inspection activities

n The childminder showed the inspector around 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 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

14 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

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