Childminder in Rochdale

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands how to plan an interesting curriculum for children's learning. She explains how she would plan for age-appropriate activities to support children's development. Additionally, the childminder discusses how she will regularly conduct observations and assessments of chidlren's progress to help identify gaps in learning. n Children have access to a well-resourced play room and outdoor area. The childminder understands how outdoor play has a positive effect on children's physical development and well-being. She extends outdoor learning for children through planned visits to the local park and walks on the canal towpaths. n The childminder recognises the importance of providing children with ample opportunities to support their language and communication skills. She discusses how she will encourage children to learn new words through activities and stories to support their developing vocabulary.

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has high expectations for children's behaviour. She describes how she will be a good role model and guide children on building positive relationships and respect. Furthermore, the childminder speaks about how she will support children to explore their own thoughts, feelings and emotions, so they can develop resilience and empathy. n The childminder discusses the impact of having positive relationships with parents and carers on children's learning. She describes how she would share important information about children's learning and expectations for future goals to support a consistent approach to learning. The childminder allocates time each week with parents in the setting, so they can share in their children's achievements. n The childminder discusses how she supports children's early understanding of equality and diversity. Festivals and events are explored through books and conversations. Activities are offered to children to participate in, which allows

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them to develop their understanding. For example, the childminder discusses how children learn about love and respect during the month of February while creating cards for people they love. This helps children to learn the meaning of festivals. n Children learn about the importance of caring for the world in which they live. The childminder regularly brings items into the setting for children to recycle and decorate for further use. For example, the childminder speaks about how she will give children items to paint or decorate, enabling them to be reused. This helps children to understand about sustainability.

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This provision meets requirements

26 March 2025 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 EY409648 Local authority Rochdale Inspection number 10380635 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 7 Date of previous inspection 18 June 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2010 and lives in Rochdale. She operates from Monday to Friday, from 3.15pm until 6pm during term time, and from 7am until 6pm during school holidays. The childminder has an appropriate early years qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n The childminder spoke to the inspector about how she would organise her early years provision, including her early years curriculum, to support children's learning and development. n The inspector viewed areas of the home used for childminding. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder about how to safeguard children. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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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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26 March 2025 26 March 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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