Childminder in Manchester

This provision does not meet requirements

n The childminder does not have a secure knowledge of safeguarding procedures. She is unable to recognise all signs that may indicate a child is at risk of harm and does not know who to contact in the event of a concern. She incorrectly refers to Ofsted or other agencies instead of the Local Safeguarding Partners (LSPs). This means children are not adequately protected. n The childminder does not ensure that the premises are secure. The front door is routinely left unlocked, allowing parents and potentially unauthorised adults to enter freely without challenge. This practice poses a significant safeguarding risk and means that children would not be fully protected from intruders. n The childminder does not maintain an up-to-date written safeguarding policy or complaints procedure as required. These documents are not in active use and are not shared with parents. This is a breach of the Childcare Register

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This provision does not meet requirements

requirements. n The childminder understands her responsibilities to keep children safe during school runs. She explains how she implements clear safety measures, such as ensuring that children walk close to walls away from the road, follow agreed stopping points and listen to instructions. n The childminder demonstrates an understanding of how to promote positive behaviour. She explains how she sets clear and consistent boundaries and uses praise and redirection to encourage children's cooperation. n The childminder understands the importance of working in close partnership with parents to support children's care and routines. For example, she is flexible in meeting families' needs by collecting children from agreed points and by serving food that parents provide, such as cereal for breakfast. These discussions indicate that she recognises the value of good communication and collaboration with parents.

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This provision does not meet requirements

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

25 September 2025 develop a secure knowledge and understanding of child protection procedures, including how to refer concerns in line with local statutory children's services and the Local Safeguarding Partners (LSPs) 31/10/2025

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Due date

undertake safeguarding training in order to recognise the signs and symptoms that may indicate that a child is at risk of harm 31/10/2025

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Due date

improve the security of the premises to ensure that no child can leave the premises unsupervised, and no one can enter the premises unchallenged 31/10/2025

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Due date

have a written complaints policy as required 31/10/2025

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Due date

have, and implement, a written safeguarding policy as required. 31/10/2025

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY475652 Local authority Kirklees Inspection number 10399501 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

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 14 Date of previous inspection 4 December 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2014 and lives in Holmfirth. She operates during term time only, from 7.30am to 9am and 3.30pm to 5.30pm from Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a relevant qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector viewed the premises and discussed the safety and suitability of these with the childminder. n The inspector discussed policies and procedures with the childminder, which include the arrangements to safeguard children and promote their welfare. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request, including evidence of her suitability.

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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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