Heath, Annabel (Mrs)

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 21 May 2015 22 September 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

 Children independently choose what they want to do. The childminder supports these choices with effective teaching. As a result, children make good progress.  The childminder uses knowledge gained from appropriate training and visits to other settings to make improvements to her practice and to improve learning experiences for the children.  The childminder provides a warm, friendly and welcoming environment where children feel happy and secure. Children have a strong sense of well-being and are confident to explore the environment and resources independently.  The childminder has a good knowledge of safeguarding, risk assessment and first aid so children stay safe while in her care. She is fully aware of child protection procedures to follow to protect children from harm  Children enjoy a wide range of activities based on their interests so they become fully involved in their learning.  Children behave well. They are polite and well mannered. They benefit from the good

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder has not fully developed her partnerships with parents so they consistently share information about children's development at home. Therefore, she is not able to use this information to help her with planning further learning. This slightly reduces the shared approach to children's learning between the setting and home.

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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

 extend the partnerships with parents by sharing details of their children's achievements at home and use this information to promote continuity and further learning.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities, indoors and outdoors.  The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector examined a range of documents including planning, assessments, policies and procedures, and discussed these with the childminder.  The inspector completed a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector viewed the rooms used for childcare purposes.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder provides a stimulating and interesting environment for the children's learning and development. The playroom is well organised and children can clearly see the resources available that reflect their current interests. The childminder supports their learning and language by asking questions. She responds to the children's questions, using words to extend their vocabulary and understanding. This includes using the correct names, such as antelope and duckling. Children enjoy listening to stories and looking at books with the childminder. She extends their love of books and literacy further by visiting the local community library. The childminder uses daily routines to develop counting skills in a meaningful way, such as counting the letters when they arrive through the letterbox. Children enjoy seeing what happens to bubbles when blown in the wind. Activities such as these help children to understand the world them. This is extended with outings to the

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who attend. This is good

zoo, the park and regular toddler groups, including one that focuses all learning outdoors.

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good

The childminder ensures all activities are adapted to meet the requirements of individual children and responds sensitively to their needs, such as the youngest children enjoying a cuddle. The family have a dog that the childminder teaches the children to respect and they take this knowledge out with them on walks. Therefore, treating all dogs with the same respect which helps keep them safe. Children learn to take risks, such as using scissors appropriately, and are independent with their personal hygiene. They are very good at taking turns and show they practise this regularly. The childminder provides a good role model with her calm and caring approach. The children copy and show caring attitudes to each other. The childminder promotes their confidence and independence well, which helps ensure they are ready for their next stage of development.

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provision is good

The childminder uses her experience and training in the Early Years Foundation Stage to assess children's progression in learning and development. She is proactive at searching for new knowledge and ideas, using these to provide further experiences that are popular with the children to explore. For example, making worms from pasta to add to the soil and using ribbons for threading through netting. Overall, the childminder has developed good relationships with parents who enjoy reading about their children's experiences. She informs them of their children's progress frequently. The childminder has developed a range of learning opportunities in the outdoor area and children enjoy spending time in the garden. This demonstrates that the childminder has considered the previous recommendations and reflected on how she can improve her provision.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 132869 Local authority Bath & NE Somerset Inspection number 840931 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 8

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 22 September 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 1998. She lives in Keynsham, Bath, North East Somerset. The childminder has a relevant early years qualification at level 3. She is registered to receive funding for the provision of free early years education for two-, three- and four- year-old children.

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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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