Childminder in Trafford

Overall effectiveness Requires improvement

The quality of education Requires improvement Behaviour and attitudes Requires improvement Personal development Requires improvement Leadership and management Requires improvement Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Good

p.1

The provision requires improvement

The childminder does not adhere to the strictest of hygiene practices at all times. This does not encourage children to learn about and develop good hygiene, such as the importance of using their own drinks bottles.

p.2

The provision requires improvement

Some children are beginning to manage their own feelings and emotions, and the childminder has high expectations of children. However, these expectations are not consistently applied. Therefore, all children do not yet understand how their actions impact others and how to regulate their behaviour. However, children are happy in the setting. They are comforted by warm cuddles from the childminder, who is kind and caring. Children demonstrate good levels of confidence and feel safe because the childminder offers them praise, reassurance and encouragement.

p.2

The provision requires improvement

Children are eager to participate in activities and like to be active in their play. They engage in activities that are based on their interests. Children play outdoors daily, benefitting from the fresh air and exercise. For example, they take pleasure in playing with cars. Children enjoy looking at books and naming familiar things that they can see. Children remain hydrated throughout the day as they have free access to fresh drinking water. Their individual personal care needs are met. For example, the childminder changes children's nappies regularly.

p.2

need to do better?

n The childminder explains to children why some behaviours are not acceptable. However, she does not always implement consistent and effective behaviour management strategies to help children understand the expectations of the setting. The childminder keeps children safe but does not always help them to adapt and change their behaviour when needed. Consequently, some children do not always understand and follow the setting's rules and struggle to share and take turns. n The childminder does not always make sure that children follow good hygiene practices, such as handwashing, before snacks and meals. Consequently, children are not receiving clear and consistent messages about how to manage their hygiene needs to prevent the spread of infection. n Children enjoy exploring and investigating with a range of different materials. For instance, they are curious as they drive cars through paint and observe the

p.2

need to do better?

marks this makes. Therefore, children confidently test out their own ideas and develop their understanding of how things work. n The childminder encourages children to do things for themselves. For example, when children want more paint, the childminder encourages them to get it out of the cupboard. Therefore, children are developing good levels of independence and confidence in their own abilities.

p.2

need to do better?

23 September 2022 n The childminder undertakes training to help her improve her practice. For instance, she undertook training about the importance of mark making. This has helped her enhance the opportunities for children to develop their fine and gross motor skills. n The childminder supports children to use a range of new words. For example, children talk about 'strawberries' at snack time and 'rabbits' when they read books. As a result, children are using an increasing range of vocabulary. n Children benefit from a range of healthy foods. For instance, they enjoy fish pie and spaghetti bolognese. This provides children with a nutritious diet. n The childminder has established suitable partnerships with parents. She speaks with them to share information about their children's day. Parents feel that their children have made good progress since attending the childminder's setting, particularly in their independence. They praise the childminder for her caring

p.2

need to do better?

manner, and they comment that their children are happy to attend. n Children are developing their knowledge and understanding of the world around them. For example, they have planted tomatoes, kale and strawberries, observing them as they grow. This has helped children to understand about growth and changes over time. n The childminder supports children to develop strength in their fingers and muscles in their hands. For example, she encourages them to use pegs to clip onto a gate. Consequently, children are developing the skills they need for early writing.

p.3

Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

p.3

Safeguarding

The childminder has recently undertaken safeguarding training. This has helped to keep her knowledge of signs and symptoms of abuse up to date. Therefore, she is able to respond quickly if any concerns arise about children in her care. The childminder supervises children well to ensure they remain safe. She is aware of where children are and what they are doing so that she can protect them from danger. The childminder knows how to respond if an allegation is made against her. This helps to minimise any potential risks to children.

p.3

Due date

23 September 2022 ensure behaviour management techniques support children to understand how their actions impact others, to regulate their behaviour and follow the setting's rules. 28/10/2022

p.3

should:

n support children to understand the importance of, and carry out, good hygiene practices, such as regular handwashing.

p.4

Setting details

Unique reference number EY242388 Local authority Trafford Inspection number 10234680 Type of provision Childminder

p.5

Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

p.5

inspection

Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7 Date of previous inspection 3 October 2016

p.5

Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2003 and lives in Trafford. She operates all year round, from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except during bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3.

p.5

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 childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the setting. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure it is safe and suitable. n The childminder and the inspector completed a learning walk together to discuss the childminder's intentions for children's learning. n The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and children. n Parents shared their views of the setting with the inspector. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

p.5

Inspection activities

23 September 2022 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.

p.5

Inspection activities

23 September 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.

p.6

Inspection activities

If you would like a copy of this document in a different format, such as large print or Braille, please telephone 0300 123 1231, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk .

p.7

Inspection activities

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.7

Inspection activities

Interested in our work? You can subscribe to our monthly newsletter for more information and updates: http://eepurl.com/iTrDn .

p.7

Inspection activities

T: 0300 123 1231 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.gov.uk/ofsted

p.7