Childminder in Stockport

This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder has insufficient knowledge of how to keep children safe on outings. For example, she does not ensure children are close by when taking them to and from school. The childminder failed to notify Ofsted of an incident where a child had moved out of her sight for a period of time. She acknowledged that she had overlooked this requirement. We are satisfied there was no intent to deceive Ofsted. n The childminder does not demonstrate enough knowledge about how risks need to be minimised or removed. For instance, she has not secured the toxic substances in the low cupboards effectively. Furthermore, the childminder has not removed the ivy that is accessible to children in the garden, to ensure children are kept safe and well. The childminder does not hold a current paediatric first-aid certificate. This compromises children's safety and well-being should an emergency occur that requires a child to receive first-aid treatment.

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This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder demonstrates a clear understanding of the learning and development requirements. She understands how to observe, plan and assess children's development and progress and identify their next steps in learning. n The childminder demonstrates a secure understanding of child protection. She knows the procedures she would follow to report any concerns about a child's safety and well-being. The childminder demonstrates her understanding of the importance of regular communication with parents and other settings that children may attend. She knows this will foster consistency and promote children's individual learning needs. The childminder has a clear understanding of the strategies to manage children's behaviour and attitudes effectively. n The childminder understands the importance of ensuring children have regular opportunities to be physically active and to learn about a healthy diet and

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This provision does not meet requirements

lifestyle. She takes children to places of interest to promote their awareness of the wider world and to enhance their social development and confidence.

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This 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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Due date

25 September 2019 identify and take steps to remove or minimise risks in order to keep children safe at all times and in particular during outings 16/10/2019

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Due date

assess, minimise or remove all possible risks to children in all areas of the premises, with particular regard to toxic substances stored in low cupboards and the ivy growing in the garden, in order to ensure children's safety and well- being at all times 16/10/2019

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Due date

ensure that a current paediatric first-aid certificate is maintained at all times. 16/10/2019

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY348696 Local authority Stockport Inspection number 10126455 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 1 to 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 10 Date of previous inspection 21 June 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2007 and lives in Stockport, Cheshire. She operates all year round from 7.30am until 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector had a tour of the premises and checked all areas, indoors and outdoors, available for children's use. n The inspector looked at a range of documentation, including policies and information about the suitability of persons living on the premises. n The inspector asked the childminder questions to assess her knowledge and understanding of the early years foundation stage requirements.

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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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Inspection activities

25 September 2019 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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