Allmark, Louisa Joy

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 10 March 2015 4 November 2010

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

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The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision Requires improvement The setting meets legal requirements for early years settings

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This provision requires improvement. It is not yet good because:

 The childminder failed to notify Ofsted about changes to her registration, as required.  Children have a good range of resources available to them but some are in solid boxes with labels written in capital letters. This can make it difficult for the younger children to choose resources easily, and does not help children get off to a good start in gaining early reading skills.  Resources in the garden do not cover the areas of learning to enhance children's learning when outside.  The childminder has made links with the other early years settings that children attend. However, information sharing is not sufficiently detailed so that all adults can contribute effectively to children's learning and development.

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It has the following strengths

 The childminder has a close bond with the children, who are comfortable in her company. Children have a sense of belonging and are confident in the home. Children have regular access to the outside space and take part in outings, all of which helps develop their physical skills.  Children progress well in their learning and development. The childminder has worked hard to improve her practice and quality of teaching through attending training. The childminder supports children's early language skills well because she talks to them constantly about what they are doing during their play.  The childminder has a good understanding of child protection procedures.  The childminder gathers the views of parents and has effective methods for evaluating her practice and identifying areas to improve.

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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

 increase opportunities for children to start to understand that print has meaning through the use of such items as labels, and to give them more information about the available resources  continue to develop the outside space to enhance the learning of those children who learn best outside  strengthen partnerships with other early years settings that children attend, so that all adults are able to contribute effectively to children's learning and development.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities in the playroom, kitchen and garden area of the childminder's home.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and the children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector took into account the views of a parent spoken to on the inspection day, and from information included in the childminder's parent survey.  The inspector checked the evidence of suitability of the childminder and all members of the household.  The inspector sampled a range of documentation, including children's records and the childminder's written policies and procedures, including those for safeguarding and the evaluation system the childminder uses.

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who attend. This is good

Children progress well in all areas of learning. The childminder has effective methods for assessing children's development, which help her build on children's interests and next steps. The childminder speaks to children frequently. She speaks clearly to help their emerging language skills, including those of children who learn English as an additional language. Children enjoy taking part in activities that help develop their independence, such as making dough. Children enjoy measuring and counting spoonfuls as they put flour into a bowl and add salt and oil, mixing all together with their hands. This activity promotes their understanding of early mathematical language and their coordination. Children enjoy exploring and investigating the world around them, when outside, too. The childminder prepares children well for their next stages in learning.

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good

Children are confident and secure in their surroundings. They settle quickly into the routines of the home. They enjoy choosing activities. The childminder is a good role model and children respond to her positive praise and encouragement for good behaviour. The childminder is quick to intervene when a child wants a toy that another child has. Her consistent approach helps young children learn about sharing and taking turns. Children thoroughly enjoy taking part in activities that reflect their interests; for example, they enjoy finding pictures of animals that the childminder has drawn and placed around the garden. Children learn good personal hygiene procedures. They enjoy healthy snacks and meals. The childminder is fully aware of children's dietary needs and supports these well.

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provision requires improvement

The childminder has not met a requirement owing to a lack of knowledge of the changes she must notify to Ofsted. When made aware, the childminder took immediate action during the inspection; consequently, there was no significant impact on the children. Other than this, the childminder meets requirements and safeguards children. For example, the childminder has clear procedures to minimise risks around the home and when on outings in the local area. The childminder has good partnerships with parents. She shares regular information with them about their children's learning and development, which enables parents to support their child's learning at home. The childminder has made good progress since her previous inspection. She has addressed previous recommendations effectively and has improved her planning methods.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY385382 Local authority Bristol City Inspection number 844568 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 4 November 2010

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2009. She lives in Bristol.

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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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