Childminder in Bristol

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 26 February 2015 11 January 2012

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Satisfactory 3 How well the early years provision meets the needs of the range of children who attend Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

The setting meets legal requirements for early years settings

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This provision is good

 The childminder models language well. She provides commentary to younger children's actions and clear explanations to promote their communication skills effectively. Consequently, older children use accurate language to describe how objects work and confidently ask questions to support their thinking.  The childminder plans interesting activities to build on children's learning at home and to challenge their development across the educational programme. She assesses and monitors children's progress accurately. Consequently, children make good progress in their learning and development and are confident to take their next steps in learning.  The caring childminder interacts well with children giving them time to explore their ideas. Children form close attachments, such as seeking cuddles and comfort when they are tired. This supports their emotional well-being effectively.  The childminder uses daily routines well to support children's learning, especially their

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Children make choices about their play and exploration. However, they are not encouraged to help tidy away before getting more resources out which, on occasion, leaves the environment cluttered.  The childminder does not consistently share information with other early years settings to maintain a continuous approach to children's learning and development.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

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

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

 encourage children to help put toys away to maintain visually calm and orderly play spaces for children to explore and play  develop further systems for sharing information with other early years settings children attend.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed children playing inside.  The inspector observed the childminder's interactions with children.  The inspector considered the written views of parents.  The inspector sampled documentation including learning diaries, self-evaluation, and policies and procedures.

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who attend. This is good

Children are confident and motivated to learn as the childminder plans exciting activities to support their interests and next steps in learning. Parents are actively involved in children's learning. Children used language well to describe how to use a mechanical drawing tool to make patterns, shapes and letters as they developed early writing skills. Older children made decisions for themselves, questioning the childminder before deciding, such as which scissors to use, when making under the sea creations. Children showed genuine curiosity as they observed the goldfish. The childminder listened to children and responded to their questions supporting them well in developing their communication and language skills. Children participated enthusiastically in number rhymes. The childminder praised children's attempts as they confidently sung on their own. This supports children's self-esteem effectively. Younger children thoroughly enjoyed

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who attend. This is good

choosing favourite books to share as they cuddled up close with the childminder. Children listened intently, anticipating which animals will appear under the flap and making the relevant sound.

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good

The childminder provides a broad range of resources. Through her evaluations of the environment she has recently labelled resources with photographs and words to help children's independent choices. However, although children confidently make choices about their play they are not consistently encouraged to help tidy away to keep a tidy environment. The childminder makes good use of outdoor activities to promote children's understanding of nature and the community. Children benefit greatly from healthy and nutritious snacks and meals. Children develop good independent skills. For example, they used knives safely to chop their banana into four pieces. Children learnt good turn taking skills as they engaged in a fishing game. These activities prepare children well for their next steps in learning and eventual move to school.

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provision is good

The childminder has good knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage requirements. She provides a safe and secure environment and understands her responsibilities to safeguard children. Close supervision enables children to take risks and learn about safety, such as using the stairs safely. Partnerships with parents and health professionals are good. These support a consistent approach to help children in their speech and language development. The childminder does not consistently share information with other early years settings children attend to support a continuous approach to children's learning and welfare further. The childminder uses self-evaluation and feedback from parents to drive continuous improvement. This is an improvement from her last inspection. She has identified possible training to support children's styles of learning, such as Forest School.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY431322 Local authority Bristol City Inspection number 845456 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 5

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 11 January 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2011. She lives with her husband and child in Bedminster, Bristol. The family has a pet cat. The childminder minds on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays throughout the year.

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Telephone number

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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Telephone number

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

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

T: 0300 123 4234 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted

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