Childminder in Manchester

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 3 October 2016 26 February 2015

p.1

This inspection: Not met

Previous inspection: Requires Improvement

p.1

The provision does not meet requirements

 The childminder has failed to notify Ofsted of changes to persons aged 16 years or older living in her home. This is a breach of legal requirements and means that safeguarding procedures are not effective. The childminder does have an understanding of safeguarding procedures and who to report any concerns to.  The childminder holds a current paediatric first-aid qualification and public liability insurance.  The childminder understands how to assess children's learning and demonstrates how she would monitor their progress. She explains how she would plan appropriate next steps to promote their individual development.  The childminder is aware of the requirement to carry out the progress check for children aged between two and three years. She is able to demonstrate how she would share accurate information with parents regarding their children's development.  The childminder demonstrates awareness of the importance of gathering information

p.1

The provision does not meet requirements

from parents about children's individual care routines. She explains how she would respect these to aid continuity.  The childminder describes the importance of daily exercise for children to help support their physical development. She explains how she would use facilities in the local community to help promote children's learning.  The childminder describes appropriate ways to promote positive behaviour. She explains the importance of children learning to take turns.  The childminder has attended some training since her last inspection. This demonstrates a desire to improve her knowledge and to enhance the quality of her provision.

p.1

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.

p.1

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:

p.2

Due Date

 inform Ofsted of changes to persons aged 16 years or over living in the family home. 31/10/2016

p.2

Inspection activities

 The inspector had a tour of the premises used for childminding purposes.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder throughout the inspection.  The inspector looked at documentation, including training records, public liability insurance records and a selection of policies and procedures.  The inspector considered evidence of suitability checks for all adults living in the home.

p.2

Setting details

Unique reference number EY335160 Local authority Manchester Inspection number 1050825 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 0 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0

p.3

Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 26 February 2015

p.3

Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2006 and lives in the Fallowfield area of Manchester. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder has a recognised early years qualification at level 2.

p.3

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.

p.3

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.

p.3

Telephone number

If you would like a copy of this document in a different format, such as large print or Braille, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk. You may reuse this information (not including logos) free of charge in any format or medium, under the terms of the Open Government Licence. To view this licence, visit www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/, write to the Information Policy Team, The National Archives, Kew, London TW9 4DU, or email: psi@nationalarchives.gsi.gov.uk .

p.4

Telephone number

Interested in our work? You can subscribe to our website for news, information and updates at www.ofsted.gov.uk/user.

p.4

Telephone number

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

p.4