Childminder in Gloucestershire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 31/01/2013 Not Applicable

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early years provision

This inspection: 2 Previous inspection: Not Applicable How well the early years provision meets the needs of the range of children who attend The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children 2 The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision 3

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This provision is good

 The childminder has a good understanding of how children learn and provides interesting activities that support children well in their learning.  Children settle well and feel secure.  Children play in a welcoming, child friendly environment. The childminder provides a good range of natural and plastic toys and activities which are easily accessible for children to independently choose.  The childminder has a good understanding of developing children's understanding in making healthy choices in the food they eat. She plans thoughtful activities to introduce healthy foods which children enjoy and actively take part in.

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It is not yet outstanding because

 The childminder has made a secure start to her childminding business. However, she has not yet embedded her knowledge in safeguarding children.  She has begun to evaluate her practice although this is not yet fully effective in identifying her strengths and areas for improvements.

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Information about this inspection

Inspections of registered early years provision are scheduled:  at least once in every inspection cycle. The current cycle ends on 31 July 2016  more frequently where Ofsted identifies a need to do so, for example where provision was previously judged as inadequate  brought forward in the inspection cycle where Ofsted has received information that suggests the provision may not be meeting the legal requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage; or where assessment of the provision identifies a need for early inspection  prioritised for inspection where we have received information that the provision is not meeting the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage and which suggests children may not be safe  at the completion of an investigation into failure to comply with the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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Information about this inspection

The provision is also registered on the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register. This report includes a judgment about compliance with the requirements of that register.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector spoke to the childminder at appropriate times and observed how she supported children's learning.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector sampled children's learning profiles and discussed with the childminder how she supports children's learning and development.

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Inspection activities

 The childminder sampled children's records and a selection of the childminder's policies and procedures.

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Information about the setting

The childminder registered in 2012. She lives with her husband and young child in Brislington, Bristol. The whole of the property is used for childminding. There is an enclosed garden available for outside play. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and on both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She is currently minding two children in the early years age group on a part-time basis. The childminder also offers care for school-aged children. She works Monday to Friday from 7.30am to 6pm.The childminder walks or uses a vehicle to the local school to take and collect children. She takes children to local children's groups, the park and library.

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To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

 gain further knowledge and understanding with regard to child protection

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To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

 develop systems of self-evaluation to identify the strengths and priorities for development that will improve the quality of the provision for all children.

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who attend

The childminder is receptive to children's individual needs and routines and they are happy in her care. Young children benefit from individual attention from the childminder, which develops their sense of security. Children enjoy playing freely using the welcoming and attractive playroom. Toys are stored at their level which allows children to be independent and choose what they wish to play with. Children receive good support from the childminder and she uses every opportunity as a learning experience.

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who attend

Children enjoy their play and actively explore their surroundings with curiosity and interest. For example, children take part in a colouring activity to explore simple numbers and develop their mark-making skills. Children show a positive attitude to their activity and begin make random marks and strokes. The childminder supports the children well and describes to them what they are doing and praises their efforts. This encourages their learning and effectively promotes their self-esteem. The childminder extends the activity by discussing the different colours and helping the children to explore items which are the same, such as green grass. The childminder uses every day activities such as counting the number of stairs to further support children's understanding of numbers.

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who attend

The childminder has a good knowledge of how to stimulate children's interests and providing a good balance of adult-led games and child-led activities. For example, children choose the puppet from the shelf. The childminder uses their interest to develop an activity to support their understanding of making healthy choices in their food. She uses the toy foods and encourages the children to pick the food to feed to the puppet. The childminder describes the food positively, such as a 'tasty orange', 'yummy tomatoes' and a 'crunchy carrot'. She uses the activity to introduce the children to new words which are meaningful and for the children to copy. This supports children well in their language development. The childminder encourages the children to think by using a doll to explore the different part of their face. She questions them appropriately so they explore their eyes, nose and mouth. Children play well together and happily join in singing about the

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who attend

doll, watching the childminder and copying her actions. This effectively supports children in acquiring the skills, attitudes and dispositions for the next stage of their learning and transition to school.

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who attend

Children enjoy outings on a regular basis to support them in their learning. They benefit from visits to the local play group where they learn to make friends with other children and become confident in a new environment. The childminder takes children on weekly visits to the library. Children enjoy choosing new books to read and develop a good interest in books and rhymes. Children enjoy walking, which helps promote their physical development. They take trips to the park where they collect different leaves to take home and paint. This supports their development well in their experiences of expressive arts.

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The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children

Children are beginning to develop secure health care skills for their age and stage of development. They are keen to wash their hands before food and help themselves regularly to a drink. The childminder encourages the children to develop good hygiene routines through helping to clean the table after meal times and covering their mouth when they cough. Children feel secure in the setting and the relationship with the childminder contributes well to the children's sense of belonging. Children bring their blanket from home to comfort them when they go to sleep and they receive warm cuddles from the childminder when they wake up. Consequently, children's emotional needs are well met. The childminder uses positive methods to help children develop responsible behaviour. For example, children are encouraged to help to clear away the toys. She gently distracts younger children from unwanted behaviour. Warm praise from the

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The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children

childminder for their achievements effectively supports children's confidence and self- esteem.

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The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children

Parents provide a packed lunch for the children and the childminder works with them to ensure children enjoy a range of foods. Children have their physical needs well cared for. Regular toddler gymnastics at home and visits to the play group support children well in moving in different ways and using climbing equipment. This supports them in develop their physical skills and control. Children begin to take some responsibility in keeping themselves safe. The childminder encourages children to pick up their toys and not to run in the house to avoid tripping. The childminder takes care to ensure the risks to children are minimised by checking her home before children arrive.

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provision

The childminder is experienced and gives time and thought to the service she provides. She has updated her policies and procedures in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage framework. For example, she has covered the use of mobile phone and cameras in the safeguarding policy. The childminder has a suitable understanding of safeguarding children. For example, she accurately maintains an accident record, giving parents a clear picture of any action taken. The attendance register records the times children arrive and leave the setting. The childminder is aware of the signs and symptoms that may give cause for concern about a child's welfare and understands the reporting procedures. However, she has not yet consolidated her knowledge and understanding of child protection and intends to attend further training.

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provision

Children experience continuity of care and learning because the childminder shares important information with parents. She completes a useful daily diary to inform parents about activities and routines, as well as making time for daily verbal feedback. Children take home activities they have completed. Parents have the opportunity to add to their child's learning observations and share what the children have achieved at home. The childminder has a secure understanding of the learning and development requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework. She successfully tailors her support and the activities to extend children's learning and they make good progress towards the early learning goals. The childminder has a realistic idea of the strengths of her setting and the areas which she plans to develop to improve outcomes for children. For example, she has developed the resources in line with children's continuing progress. She has recently

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provision

joined a childminding group to share good practice and is intending to attend further training to benefit children. However, the childminder has yet to implement effective self- evaluation systems to support children's achievements.

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The Childcare Register

The requirements for the compulsory part of the Childcare Register are Met The requirements for the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are Met

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Grade Judgement Description

Grade 1 Outstanding Outstanding provision is highly effective in meeting the needs of all children exceptionally well. This ensures that children are very well prepared for the next stage of their learning. Grade 2 Good Good provision is effective in delivering provision that meets the needs of all children well. This ensures children are ready for the next stage of their learning. Grade 3 Satisfactory Satisfactory provision is performing less well than expectations in one or more of the key areas. It requires improvement in order to be good. Grade 4 Inadequate Provision that is inadequate requires significant improvement and/or enforcement. The provision is failing to give children an acceptable standard of early years education and/or is not meeting the safeguarding and welfare requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. It will be inspected again within 12 months of the date of this inspection.

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Grade Judgement Description

Met The provision has no children on roll. The inspection judgement is that the provider continues to meet the requirements for registration. Not Met The provision has no children on roll. The inspection judgement is that the provider does not meet the requirements for registration.

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Inspection

This inspection was carried out by Ofsted 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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Setting details

Unique reference number EY450339 Local authority Bristol City Inspection number 811606 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 2

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

set out in the guidance ‘raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted', which is available from Ofsted’s website: www.ofsted.gov.uk. If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk.

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Type of provision

For the purposes of this inspection the following definitions apply:

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Type of provision

Full-time provision is that which operates for more than three hours. These are usually known as nurseries, nursery schools and pre-schools and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage. They are registered on the Early Years Register and pay the higher fee for registration.

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Type of provision

Sessional provision operates for more than two hours but does not exceed three hours in any one day. These are usually known as pre-schools, kindergartens or nursery schools and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage. They are registered on the Early Years Register and pay the lower fee for registration.

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Type of provision

Childminders care for one or more children where individual children attend for a period of more than two hours in any one day. They operate from domestic premises that are usually their own home. They are registered on the Early Years Register and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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Type of provision

Out of school provision may be sessional or full-time provision and is delivered before or after school and/or in the summer holidays. They are registered on the Early Years Register and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage. Where children receive their Early Years Foundation Stage in school these providers do not have to deliver the learning and development requirements in full but should complement the experiences children receive in school. 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 Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, work-based learning and skills training, 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,

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Type of provision

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Type of provision

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