Childminder 2598571

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands how young children learn. She demonstrates a secure understanding of how to deliver all areas of learning effectively, for children of different ages. The childminder explains that she takes time to gather detailed information on children's starting points, interests and needs when they begin to access her setting. This helps her to determine appropriate next steps in development, which are ambitious for every child. n The childminder is focused on continuous improvement. Although she currently minds older children, she is aware that early years is an ever-evolving sector. She identifies her own areas for improvement and considers what training may benefit her understanding and support her provision, particularly with younger children in mind. The childminder is pro-active in her self-evaluation. n Partnerships with parents are considered to be of high importance. The childminder recognises that children benefit from consistency and shares

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information with parents to help further support their child's development at home. The childminder maintains regular communication with parents who access her setting. She strives to be a source of support for parents and also recognises that a trusting relationship helps her to stay abreast of any changes in children's lives. n The childminder values outdoor play and physical development. She takes regular trips with children and feels exercise and fresh air are paramount to supporting children's good health. For example, the childminder enjoys accessing the local library with children. She expresses how this supports their physical development, through walking and visiting the park on the way. This also then ties into children's ongoing literacy development and helps to foster a love for reading. n The childminder discusses how she helps to support children's emotional intelligence and understanding. She uses her curriculum to help children to

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embrace the differences and similarities between one another. The childminder is inclusive and reflects this in her teaching. She aims to support children to embrace other cultures in order to help prepare them for life in modern Britain.

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This provision meets requirements

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 2598571 Local authority Manchester Inspection number 10417604 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 11 Date of previous inspection 18 January 2023

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2020 and lives in Manchester. She operates Monday to Saturday, from 6.30am until 9pm, all year around, with the exception of family holidays.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector viewed the provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about children's learning and development. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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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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22 August 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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