Childminder in Manchester

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 9 May 2016 Not applicable

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The provision does not meet requirements

 The childminder is unaware of the requirement to carry out the progress check for children aged between two and three years and to provide parents with a written summary.  The childminder does not hold current public liability insurance.  The childminder describes appropriate ways of using evaluations of her practice to inform her training needs. She explains how these help to enhance her knowledge and professional development.  The childminder understands how to assess children's learning and describes how she would monitor their progress. She explains how she would plan appropriate next steps to promote their individual development.  The childminder demonstrates a suitable knowledge of how to promote healthy lifestyles. She explains the importance of providing daily exercise for children and healthy snacks.  The childminder demonstrates a secure knowledge and understanding of effective safeguarding procedures. She holds a current paediatric first-aid qualification.

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The provision does not meet requirements

 The childminder assesses potential risks and minimizes hazards appropriately. This helps to provide a safe environment.  The childminder explains the importance of liaising with parents and other providers to promote children's individual care routines and their learning.  The childminder describes appropriate ways to promote positive behaviour. She explains the importance of children following the house rules and learning to take turns.

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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 and the Childcare Register the provider must:

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Due Date

 enhance knowledge and understanding of the assessment requirements, with particular regard to the progress check for children aged between two and three years 30/06/2016

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Due Date

 obtain current public liability insurance. 30/06/2016

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Inspection activities

 The inspector carried out a tour of the areas of the premises used for childminding purposes.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder throughout the inspection.  The inspector looked at a selection of documentation, including training records, policies and procedures and self-evaluation questionnaires.  The inspector viewed evidence of suitability checks carried out for all adults within the home.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY443444 Local authority Manchester Inspection number 954877 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 11 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2012. She lives in the Blackley area of Manchester. The childminder operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Sunday, except for 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

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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