Childminder EY548930

Overall effectiveness Outstanding

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

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The provision is outstanding

The childminder is highly skilled at supporting children's emotional well-being. She provides consistent encouragement to build children's confidence in the things they are able to do. The childminder uses a rich variety of experiences to teach children about feelings, such as, emotion boards and visual badges. Children are highly competent in understanding how to deal with their emotions. The childminder expertly enhances children's physical development through thoughtfully designed activities. Children are fully engaged in the experiences offered to them. They are challenged to climb ladders, scoop sand and use tools like tweezers and scissors. Children demonstrate superb control in their small and large movements.

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The provision is outstanding

The childminder delivers a curriculum that is highly aspirational. She tailors the educational programmes to each child's developmental journey. The childminder is an excellent teacher. She helps children learn phonics, mathematical concepts and develop confidence in sensory play. The childminder is skilful at extending children's thinking skills and deepening their levels of understanding. She is inspiring and creates an enthusiasm for learning. Children flourish in their learning and make rapid progress in their learning and development. The childminder encourages children to explore their own ideas and use imagination as they play. Children enjoy exploring numbers in their play and investigating different parts of flowers. Children are fully focused, curious, have excellent levels of concentration and are inquisitive.

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need to do better?

n The childminder is fully committed to participating in regular professional development activities. She has undertaken training about the development of children's brains, sensory processing and emotional regulation. The childminder uses her knowledge effectively to improve outcomes for children. The childminder provides high quality learning experiences based on a deep understanding of how children learn and develop. n Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities receive exceptional support. The childminder uses a range of strategies based on children's individual needs. She uses visual timetables and now-and-next boards. The childminder collaborates closely with external professionals. Children receive tailored support and make excellent progress in their learning and development. n The childminder offers highly effective provision for children who speak English as an additional language. She uses key vocabulary in children's home

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languages to extend understanding. The childminder works very closely in partnership with families to support language development. Children build strong communication skills and engage fully in all aspects of the curriculum. n The childminder provides a well thought through educational programme, which

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need to do better?

25 July 2025 covers all areas of learning with depth. She plans experiences that help children understand about the real world. Children learn the names of different flowers, such as 'English daisies' and the different parts of the flowers, such as 'stems' and 'leaves'. They learn how flowers contribute to the world, such as, by producing pollen and how bees make honey. Children acquire deep knowledge and are exceptionally well prepared for future learning. n The childminder sequences her curriculum for communication and language development with precision and purpose. She uses complex language with children through books, singing and daily conversations. She introduces new words, such as, 'chicken coups'. Children speak clearly, listen attentively and use language with confidence. n The childminder uses highly effective and targeted strategies in her educational programme for personal, social and emotional development. She uses signs,

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visual prompts and works closely with families to enhance children's social skills. Children form strong relationships and are kind and caring towards each other. They help each other without being asked. n The childminder promotes life in modern Britain through the use of inclusive resources and meaningful cultural experiences. She teaches children about Persian New Year using books and shared activities. The childminder uses dolls and stories that teach children about a range of backgrounds and abilities. Children develop a deep understanding of the similarities and differences between people. n The childminder builds strong relationships with parents. She focuses precisely on children's stages of learning and development. The childminder offers tailored advice and works collaboratively on sharply focused goals with families. She encourages parents to take home stories to enjoy with their children. Children

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need to do better?

benefit from consistent support and a shared approach between home and setting. n The childminder works in close partnership with other professionals. She shares information about children's individual care and education needs. The childminder adapts her practice based on expert advice. Children receive joined- up care that meets their individual needs and promotes excellent progress.

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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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Setting details

Unique reference number EY548930 Local authority Manchester Inspection number 10399363 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 10 Date of previous inspection 28 November 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in Baguley. She operates all year round, from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. She provides government-funded childcare. The childminder works with an assistant.

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Inspection activities

n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure it is safe and suitable. n The childminder and the inspector discussed how the childminder organises their early years provision, including the aims and rationale for their Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum. 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

25 July 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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