Childminder in Salford

Not met (enforcement)

Previous inspection Not Met (enforcement)

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This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder demonstrates little regard for the Statutory framework for the early years foundation stage. Although she took action to meet specific legal requirements following the previous inspection, the childminder has failed to sustain all the required improvements. This particularly relates to ensuring Ofsted can complete legally required suitability checks. Additionally, further safeguarding and welfare requirements are now not met. Consequently, children's safety and welfare are compromised. n The childminder has failed to notify Ofsted of newly recruited assistants. This means Ofsted are unable to complete relevant checks to determine the suitability of adults currently working with children. The childminder confirmed she is aware of the risk this poses. She feels she manages this by ensuring unchecked staff work under her supervision. However, the lack of checks significantly compromise children's safety.

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This provision does not meet requirements

n Professional development is poor. The childminder has not updated her knowledge of child protection since her registration with Ofsted. This means there are gaps in her understanding of some child protection matters. The childminder is aware of the procedure to follow in the event of an allegation being made against herself, staff, or a member of the household. However, she does not have a secure understanding of the procedure to follow in the event of a child arriving with an existing injury. This places children at risk. n The childminder has failed to provide the required child protection training for staff. This means some staff do not have an up-to-date knowledge of child protection issues. Additionally, they do not have a secure knowledge of the procedure to follow if they have any concerns about a child's welfare or the conduct of adults working with children. n Through discussion, the childminder demonstrates that she can effectively

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This provision does not meet requirements

identify potential hazards to children's health and well-being. However, she has failed to take sufficient action to address the potential risk posed by the ongoing water damage that has caused mould in her home. This compromises children's good health. n The childminder has a sufficient knowledge of the learning and development requirements. Through discussion, she demonstrates how she complements children's time in a maintained nursery. n The childminder demonstrates that she understands how to promote good behaviour through positive reinforcement. She explains how she uses 'house rules' to help children learn about the importance of socially acceptable behaviour. n The childminder recognises the importance of supporting children's emotional well-being and their personal development. Through discussion, she demonstrates how she provides an inclusive service, where children can learn to value and respect one another.

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This provision does not meet requirements

22 November 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

ensure that all people aged 16 or over who work with children are suitable to do so, by enabling Ofsted to fully complete the relevant suitability checks 21/12/2022

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Due date

complete a child protection training course that will enable you to identify, understand and respond appropriately to signs of possible abuse and neglect 21/12/2022

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Due date

provide training for all staff to ensure they have up-to-date knowledge of safeguarding issues, this must enable staff to identify signs of possible abuse and neglect at the earliest opportunity, and be able to respond in a timely and appropriate way 21/12/2022

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Due date

take all reasonable steps to ensure staff and children in their care are not exposed to risks, in this instance the risk posed by the mould in the living room. 21/12/2022

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2542408 Local authority Salford Inspection number 10249220 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 12 Number of children on roll 53 Date of previous inspection 10 June 2022

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2019. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder also operates on Saturday and Sunday by arrangement. She holds an early years qualification at level 3. The childminder works with two assistants at any one time.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector discussed any continued impact of the pandemic with the provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The inspector viewed the provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The inspector viewed the range of available resources and toys. n The childminder provided the inspector with some relevant documentation. n The inspector spoke to the childminder and two assistants during the inspection. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about children's learning and development. n Although there were no children in the early age range present at the time of this inspection, there were children present who were over the age of five years.

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Inspection activities

22 November 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.

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Inspection activities

22 November 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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