Childminder in Tameside

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 4 February 2015 24 March 2009

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This inspection: Not met

Previous inspection: Satisfactory 3 The setting does not meet legal requirements for early years settings

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The provision does not meet requirements

 The childminder has a sound knowledge and understanding of the learning and development requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. Through discussion, she demonstrates how she plans for children's individual needs. She understands why she should complete observational assessments and work in partnership with parents and others.  The childminder appropriately demonstrates how she reduces hazards to children and protects them. She completes written risk assessments for her home and outings. She also keeps the front and back door secure so children cannot leave the premises unsupervised.  The childminder understands how to promote children's well-being. She discusses the importance of providing children with a healthy diet and ensuring they have daily opportunities to experience fresh air and exercise. She understands how to manage children's behaviour in a positive way.  The parts of the premises to be used for the care of children are welcoming. Resources

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The provision does not meet requirements

are suitable and of good quality. The childminder demonstrates sound understanding of the importance of ensuring that the environment and resources provide challenge for children and engage their interest.  The childminder has sufficient knowledge of child protection procedures approved by the Local Safeguarding Children Board. She fully understands her responsibility to protect the welfare of the child.  A self-evaluation form has been completed and the childminder uses this to look at what she does, and the impact this has on children. She understands how to identify and prioritise areas that need to be improved to support continuous improvement of her provision.  The childminder has not maintained a current paediatric first-aid certificate, which compromises children's overall health and safety.

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The provision does not meet requirements

There were no children 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 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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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To meet the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage the provider must:

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

 ensure an appropriate paediatric first-aid qualification is obtained and maintained.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To meet the requirements of the Childcare Register the provider must:

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

 ensure an appropriate first-aid qualification is maintained (compulsory part of the Childcare Register)  ensure an appropriate first-aid qualification is maintained (voluntary part of the Childcare Register).

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Inspection activities

 The inspector looked at the premises in relation to health and safety.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for children.  The inspector looked at policies and documents the childminder will use when caring for children.  The inspector discussed with the childminder the procedures for self-evaluation and arrangements in relation to the improvement plan.  The inspector checked evidence of suitability and the childminder's training and qualifications.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY376292 Local authority Tameside Inspection number 821409 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 1

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 24 March 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2008 and lives in Carrbrook, Stalybridge. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays.

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Telephone number

This inspection was carried out by Ofsted 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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Telephone number

procedures set out in the guidance ‘Complaints procedure: raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted’, which is available from Ofsted’s website: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted. If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk. 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 Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, work-based learning and skills training, 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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Telephone number

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Telephone number

T: 0300 123 4234 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted

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