Childminder in Manchester

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n The childminder's understanding of child protection is poor. She is unable to recognise some of the different types of abuse that children may be subjected to. Furthermore, she is unsure of the correct procedures to follow if an allegation is made. This could compromise children's safety and also the safety of herself and any adult who lives or works on the premises, if faced with an allegation. n The childminder does not prioritise record keeping or the maintaining of the required documents. She has not kept an accurate daily record of children's hours of attendance. The personal details about children and parents has been omitted from documentation. This means she does not have necessary information available should she need to refer to this. The childminder is unaware of the requirement to retain records after children have left. n The childminder failed to notify Ofsted of a significant event, which is a

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requirement of her registration. n The childminder has a positive attitude towards inclusion. She is experienced and enthusiastic about providing care and support for all children, regardless of their individual needs and capabilities. The childminder provides a welcoming home-from-home environment. The learning environment is very well planned and resourced for children of different ages and abilities. n The childminder understands how young children learn. She describes how she will help to promote young children's learning and development, by implementing a rich and varied curriculum. The childminder will assess children's skills on entry and use this as a base to plan challenging and interesting experiences. She is keen to support children to make progress across all areas of learning, in readiness for school. n The childminder explains how she will involve parents in children's care and learning. The childminder will use her experience of working with children, but

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also of being a mother, to provide advice and support where needed. The childminder values input from schools and other professionals. She wants to promote a consistent approach and to support all local children and families to receive good quality services that they rightly deserve. n The premises are safe and secure. Children have access to the whole of the ground floor, which is dedicated to childminding. The childminder has continued with some of the procedures introduced as a result of COVID-19. Older children have continued with the regular handwashing routines and the use of hand sanitiser. This helps to protect their physical health. Furthermore, daily access outdoors in the garden and opportunities to move around in the safe communal area helps children to be physically active. n The childminder aspires to provide a good quality service. She undertakes some additional training and is aware of her strengths. The childminder has plans to

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further develop her skills and services. For example, by accessing more short courses and expanding the provision by employing an assistant. There are many positive aspects to the childminder's provision and she is committed to addressing the weaknesses identified at the inspection.

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25 July 2022 There were no children in the early years age range 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 early years 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

improve awareness of safeguarding procedures, including how to identify child protection concerns, in order to respond appropriately to signs of possible abuse and neglect 24/08/2022

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develop understanding of what to do in the event of an allegation being made and ensure that this is in line with the guidance and procedures of the relevant local safeguarding partners 24/08/2022

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record and maintain information for each child: full name; date of birth; name and address of every parent and/or carer and any information about who has parental responsibility for the child; and emergency contact details for the parents and or carers 24/08/2022

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ensure that required information and records are easily accessible and available at all times 24/08/2022

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develop knowledge and understanding of the retention periods of records that must be retained for a reasonable period of time after children have left the provision 24/08/2022

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25 July 2022 keep an accurate written record of children's daily hours of attendance. 24/08/2022

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2566454 Local authority Manchester Inspection number 10239342 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 3 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2020 and lives in Hulme, Manchester. She operates term time only, from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the childminder received since the COVID- 19 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the childminder. n The inspector viewed all areas of the childminder's home where childcare is provided. n Discussions were held with the childminder throughout the inspection. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about how she evaluates her practice.

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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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25 July 2022 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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