Childminder EY550938

Overall effectiveness Outstanding

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

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The provision is outstanding

Children arrive at the setting with big smiles, excited to play and learn. The childminder builds nurturing relationships with each child. She gains a very clear understanding of children's interests and needs. The childminder works closely with parents and carers, who praise the attentive and personalised care their children receive. Children feel happy, settled and safe. They often bring the childminder books, snuggle in her lap and listen intently as she reads to them.

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The provision is outstanding

The childminder has outstanding knowledge of how children learn and develop. This knowledge informs a broad and very ambitious curriculum that is tailored for every child. The childminder plans meaningful activities that spark children's curiosity and keep them deeply engaged. She skilfully supports children's learning by playing alongside them, asking questions and seizing teachable moments. For example, the childminder draws children's attention to how the play dough colours mix to make new ones. This inspires children to further explore colour mixing. As a result of her skilful interactions, children develop a deep love of learning and make excellent progress.

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The provision is outstanding

The childminder is passionate about using positive approaches to managing children's behaviour. She sets clear and consistent expectations that support children to share, take turns and follow routines. This creates a calm and nurturing atmosphere where children are kind, patient and respectful. Children demonstrate very positive attitudes to their learning. They giggle with excitement as they help to set up new resources. Children explore the inviting activities with creativity and confidence. They take great pride in their achievements.

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need to do better?

n The childminder engages children in stimulating conversations. Children chatter animatedly about their experiences, such as naming animals they saw at the zoo. The childminder links these experiences to books, such as 'Dear Zoo', to encourage children's love of reading. She gently and clearly addresses any misconceptions through modelling the correct language and vocabulary. Children listen well, respond appropriately and show resilience as they learn. n The childminder provides meaningful learning opportunities that build on children's previous experiences. She constantly monitors children, quickly identifies gaps in their development and provides real-life opportunities. This gives context to children's learning, such as by going on a bus or tram. As a result, children's learning is well embedded and helps them to make links in their learning and knowledge. For example, children hear discussions about the bus,

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find a toy bus in the environment and then sing 'The Wheels on the Bus'. n Parents are delighted with the quality of care the childminder provides, often

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16 September 2025 returning with siblings. Communication is highly effective, with parents valuing the information the childminder shares at the end of the day. The childminder is available for advice and support. She listens carefully to concerns and acts on them. For example, children visited the local dentist and continued their learning through dentist role play. The childminder provided toothbrushing support packs for parents. This consistency between home and the setting accelerates children's progress, for example when supporting children who are toilet training. n The childminder carefully plans routines to develop children's independence and confidence. Children choose their own breakfast and access their own water bottles. They sit together at mealtimes and practise using cutlery safely. They develop self-care skills and learn to manage everyday tasks, such as washing their hands and taking off their coats. These experiences help children to gain

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confidence in everyday tasks and support their readiness for school. n The childminder strives to meet the individual needs of all children so they feel safe in any environment. She carefully supports children who may feel overwhelmed in busy or noisy settings. For example, she helps children to gradually engage in a weekly playgroup session, bringing familiar items with them and having cuddles during singing time. As a result, children are prepared and confident for their next steps towards school and everyday life. n Children explore similarities and differences between themselves and their families and learn about a variety of traditions, cultures and ways of life. The childminder provides context to their learning through activities such as visiting the local mosque and taking wreaths to the care home on Remembrance Day. These experiences contribute to children being very well prepared for life in

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modern Britain. n The childminder engages in highly effective professional development. She develops her subject knowledge, pedagogical understanding and expertise through courses, podcasts and local authority updates. She also participates in a peer network of childminders, where they cascade training, ideas and resources. The childminder reflects on her practice and continually applies new learning to enhance the quality of provision for all children.

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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 EY550938 Local authority Rochdale Inspection number 10408365 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 7 Number of children on roll 7 Date of previous inspection 31 January 2020

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in Middleton. She operates all year round, from 7.30am until 5.30pm, every weekday except for Wednesday, bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a childcare qualification at level 3. She provides government funded childcare.

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Inspection activities

n The childminder showed the inspector around the setting. They discussed how the curriculum is organised and what she wants children to learn. n The inspector observed the quality of the education being provided and assessed the impact on children's learning. n Parents provided written feedback and the inspector took account of their views. n The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and children. n A leadership discussion was held with the childminder.

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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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