Childminder EY250546

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of how to plan an ambitious curriculum that will support children in their learning and development. She understands how to identify children's stage of development through observing and assessing their needs. The childminder will use this information to identify any gaps in children's learning and focus on supporting them to build new skills for future learning. n The childminder has high expectations for children's behaviour. She explains how she will be consistent in her approach and will be a positive role model for children. The childminder discusses how she will support children to understand their feelings and emotions. She will celebrate children's achievements and help them to become confident and independent. n The childminder understands the importance of promoting children's overall well- being. Through discussion, she is able to demonstrate how she will support

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healthy lifestyles and promote good oral health. Children will have lots of opportunities to develop their physical skills through daily walks and access to the garden. n The childminder understands the importance of working closely with parents and other professionals to meet every child's unique needs. She intends to share daily updates with parents and invite them to be part of the processes of assessment. The childminder will share ideas on how learning can be extended at home. She will seek the opinion of parents to ensure that the provision is meeting the needs of children. n The childminder understands the benefits of continued professional development. She undertakes training to refresh and strengthen her knowledge. Since her last inspection, the childminder has attended training on safer eating. This has prompted her to reflect on how she gathers information about children's dietary needs and health requirements. She identifies training which is

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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 EY250546 Local authority Wigan Inspection number 10399644 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 8 Date of previous inspection 10 December 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2001 and lives in Leigh, Lancashire. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5.15pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an early years qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n The childminder and the inspector discussed how the childminder intends to organise their early years provision and how the curriculum will support children's development. n The inspector spoke with the childminder about her understanding of the learning and development requirements and the safeguarding and welfare requirements. n The childminder showed the inspector around the setting and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of the childminder to continue to work with children.

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11 September 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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11 September 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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