Childminder in Bristol

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 11 May 2015 10 November 2009

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Good 2 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 supports children and parents very well when they join the setting. She provides a flexible settling-in period which meets the needs of individual children. She fosters children's emotional well-being well through the secure attachments made.  The childminder regularly reflects on what children have learnt from the activities and opportunities on offer. She provides stimulating learning opportunities well matched to children's individual development needs and promote good progress across the areas of learning.  The childminder attends regular training related to children's learning. As she puts her new knowledge and skills into practice, children benefit from a stimulating learning environment that supports their personal interests and preferred ways of learning.  The childminder uses skilful questioning techniques as she sits with children and joins in with their play. These help children to develop their thinking skills as they consider

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This provision is good

what their answers will be to the questions that she asks.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The information that the childminder gains from parents about their children's abilities when they enter the setting does not reflect all learning areas to get children of different ages off to a flying start.

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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

 strengthen information obtained from parents about what their children can already do in relation to the seven areas of learning.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the children at play indoors and outdoors, and viewed the range of toys, resources and equipment available.  The inspector spoke to the childminder at convenient times during the inspection.  The inspector took parents' and children's views into account.  The inspector sampled a variety of documentation and discussed the childminder's policies and procedures.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder offers children a well-resourced environment in which to learn. Mathematical teaching is especially strong. For example, the childminder talks to children about similarities and differences of size, and addition and subtraction as they happily play with construction vehicles in a tray containing earth. Children have many opportunities to develop their physical skills as they take part in activities at the childminder's home and at local facilities. For example, children develop their coordination as they learn to turn a tap on and off. They have energetic exercise when they visit soft-play venues and local parks. The childminder uses children's interests to extend their vocabularies, their knowledge of nature and their ability to take turns when they play a birds lotto game.

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good

The childminder establishes good relationships with the children. They are keen to snuggle up beside her to listen to a story. She comforts them as she gently puts a hand out to reassure them so they are settled and feel at home. Children are actively encouraged to develop independent skills such as managing their toileting needs and putting on their coats and shoes. This supports children's self-confidence and self-esteem as they learn skills for their move to school. The childminder meets children's physical needs well. They have daily opportunities to be outdoors and to exercise. Therefore, they are encouraged to make healthy lifestyle choices. The childminder's calm attitude towards children, and her co-childminder, contributes to children's good behaviour. The childminder establishes good relationships with parents and involves them in their children's learning. Their talks help to provide consistency and continuity for the children, which promotes their well-

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provision is good

The childminder has a good understanding of her role and responsibilities. She regularly reflects on her practice with her co-childminder. They identify areas for improvement and plan for children's good progress. The childminder has addressed the recommendation from the previous inspection and now assesses children's development well. This has helped her maintain good standards. The childminder uses her good knowledge of child development to work with parents and develop appropriate strategies to support children who need additional assistance. In this way, she ensures that all children are making good progress. The childminder has a good understanding of child protection procedures. She knows how to respond where such concerns arise to help ensure that she protects children's welfare.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 106441 Local authority Bristol City Inspection number 839423 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 10 November 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder started childminding in 1989 and registered with Ofsted in 2001. She lives in the St. George area of Bristol and works alongside a co-childminder. The childminder is currently open all year round, offering care on each weekday. The childminder has a relevant qualification at Level 3 and is in receipt of government funding for the provision of free early education to children aged three- and four-years-old.

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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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