Childminder, Out-of school day care in Manchester

This provision does not meet requirements

The childminder does not have an adequate understanding of safeguarding procedures. She does not have a clear understanding of the action to take if an allegation is made against her or any member of her household. The childminder is also unclear about who to contact if she has concerns that a child may be at risk of harm. This means that children's safety and welfare are not assured. The childminder does not comply with the requirement for adult-to-child ratios. This is a breach of requirements. Nevertheless, the childminder does have a positive attitude about making improvements and rectifying weaknesses raised.

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This provision does not meet requirements

Children are happy and eagerly greet the childminder. The childminder is respectful and interacts warmly with children. She gathers useful information from teachers at the schools that children attend, to complement their learning while they are in her care. Children demonstrate they understand how to keep themselves safe. They wait at the school gate to allow the childminder to lead them. Children walk sensibly together as they return to the childminder's home. They are welcomed with the smell of a home-cooked meal and are eager to know what they are having for lunch. Children demonstrate they feel comfortable and safe. They quickly settle down to play or snuggle on the sofa. The childminder has high expectations for children's behaviour. Children are aware of the rules and boundaries in place. For example, they understand not to use their mobile phones when in the childminder's home.

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need to do better?

n The childminder provides a homely and supportive environment for children. However, she does not understand all aspects of the safeguarding and welfare requirements. For example, she does not ensure that she maintains the required adult-to-child ratios at all times. This has an impact on children's safety and well-being. n The childminder does not focus her professional development on maintaining and raising the quality of her provision. Although she recently completed child protection training, she does not demonstrate a secure knowledge of the different types of abuse or a suitable understanding of 'Prevent' duty in order to protect children. In addition, she is not fully aware of the local safeguarding procedures. This has a significant impact on the quality of leadership and management. n The childminder reflects on some aspects of her practice. She has identified some areas of improvement for the future. However, she has not reflected well

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need to do better?

enough on all aspects of her provision, such as the choice of activities on offer. The childminder does not provide a variety of resources or activities to engage

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12 March 2020 the children while in her care. Children spend most of their time drawing at the dining table. There are limited resources to fully meet the needs of the different ages of children. n Parents are pleased with the service that the childminder provides. They comment on how well the children have settled with her. She gathers useful information from parents when they first register their children with her. This helps her to be fully aware of children's care needs and adequately meet them. She works closely with the parents and school to meet the needs of the children. This promotes continuity of care. n The childminder supports children's awareness of a healthy lifestyle. Children learn the importance of good hygiene practice. They are encouraged to wash their hands before settling down to play, after using the toilet and before eating. They have access to tissues and paper towels, helping to support good health.

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n The childminder supports children's love of books. She has a variety of books to support children's interest at all ages. Children draw the planets and talk excitedly about their pictures to visitors and parents when they arrive. They are able to say the names of all the planets in their picture. n The childminder provides healthy and nutritious home-cooked meals for the children. Children sit around the table with their friends and demonstrate good table manners. The childminder sits with them and asks the children about their day promoting their communication skills. n Behaviour is good. Children play well together and enjoy each other's company. They are thoughtful and help one another. Older children help to set the table for lunchtime, developing their independence and taking on small responsibilities.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are not effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has recently completed child protection training. Despite this, she is not confident in her role to protect children. She does not have a secure knowledge of types of abuse and what the possible signs of abuse could be. In addition, she does not have a clear understanding of the relevant agencies she must contact, in order to protect children or report an allegation of abuse. The childminder teaches the children to keep safe on the road and encourages them to walk together. She attends first-aid training as required, and children with allergies and medical needs are accommodated accordingly.

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Due date

12 March 2020 ensure that the ratio of adults to children always meets legal requirements 10/04/2020

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Due date

gain a thorough knowledge of the possible signs and symptoms of abuse, in order to be able to respond effectively to concerns which may impact on children's welfare 10/04/2020

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Due date

implement a safeguarding policy and procedure in line with the local safeguarding children partnership and improve knowledge of how to respond if an allegation is made against the childminder or a household member 10/04/2020

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Due date

gain up-to-date knowledge of wider safeguarding issues, including the 'Prevent' duty. 10/04/2020

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should:

n strengthen self-evaluation and target areas for improvement more precisely, especially in relation to providing a stimulating environment n implement a focused plan of professional development to help to improve the quality of the provision further.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY365242 Local authority Manchester Inspection number 10064770 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 6 Number of children on roll 13 Date of previous inspection 2 October 2015

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder was registered in 2008 and lives in Stretford. She operates during term time only from 7am to 9am and 3pm to 5.30pm on Monday to Friday. The childminder holds a recognised early years qualification.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection. n A tour of the premises was conducted. The childminder discussed how she makes effective risk assessments to support children's safety. n The childminder and children were accompanied by the inspector on the journey home from school. n Parents shared their views with the inspector during the inspection. n Child protection and procedures for keeping children safe were discussed 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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Inspection activities

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