Childminder in South Gloucestershire

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 5 August 2015 22 February 2011

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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 are very enthusiastic in their play and show an eagerness to learn. The childminder joins in with their play, sensitively supporting and encouraging them. Children are well motivated and make good progress in their learning.  The childminder has strong partnerships with parents. She keeps parents well informed about their children's achievements and they are involved in their children's learning.  The childminder understands how children learn and develop. She has a level 3 qualification in childminding practice and uses her knowledge well to help children learn. She is committed to extending her knowledge, which helps her improve the provision for children.  The childminder regularly updates her safeguarding training. She is clear about the procedures to follow to ensure children's welfare is safeguarded.  The very professional childminder has developed and implemented a comprehensive

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This provision is good

range of policies and procedures to assist her in the safe management of the provision.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Children do not have many opportunities to learn and recognise familiar words and signs.  The childminder occasionally misses some opportunities for children to practise their independence skills, such as by cutting their own fruit and wiping their faces.

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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 young children to see words and signs during their play and daily routines to help develop their early reading and writing skills  embrace all opportunities to promote children's independence skills.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed play and learning activities and spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector spoke to the childminder about how she evaluates her provision.  The inspector carried out a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector looked at a range of documents, including evidence of qualifications. She checked evidence of the suitability of the childminder and viewed her policies, procedures and children's records.  The inspector took account of the views of parents through discussions and written comments.

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who attend. This is good

The quality of the childminder's teaching is consistently good and she provides an interesting range of learning opportunities, indoors and outdoors. The childminder has a good understanding of how children learn and develop. She accurately assesses children's progress and effectively plans for their individual learning needs. She makes sure that children develop the skills they need for school and become confident learners. The childminder seeks relevant information from parents regarding children's starting points. This helps children to settle quickly into her home because she can provide activities that are of interest to them. Children enjoy exploring dough with the childminder, who extends their language as they discuss their creations. She relates children's actions to real experiences and suggests they make pizza the next day to extend their understanding further. Activities are adapted so all children learn at their own developmental level and

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who attend. This is good

the childminder modifies her teaching accordingly.

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good

Children develop strong bonds with the childminder and this helps to promote their emotional well-being and ensures that they feel secure in her care. She follows good hygiene procedures to ensure the good health of the children. Children behave well. The childminder offers gentle reminders about sharing and taking turns. Children's self-esteem and emotional health are supported as they are constantly praised and their efforts and achievements are valued. They benefit from regular fresh air and exercise in the outdoors and at local parks and open spaces, promoting their physical development. Children extend their confidence as they meet and play with other children during a wide variety of visits and when attending community groups. This contributes to children's learning about the wider world and the local community and also prepares children for school.

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provision is good

The childminder works well with her co-minder and they work closely to plan activities for the children and discuss their needs effectively. They agree and produce documents together ensuring consistency. The childminder has a clear understanding of the learning and development requirements. She has completed all mandatory training and has plans to update her knowledge by attending additional training. The childminder liaises well with parents and the pre-schools that children attend. This helps to ensure that children receive continuity in their care. She evaluates her practice with her co-minder using the views of parents and children. They quickly identify weaknesses and make suitable plans to improve their provision further.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY344351 Local authority South Gloucestershire Inspection number 828466 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 22 February 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2006. She works with her husband, who is also a registered childminder. They live in the Downend area of South Gloucestershire. The childminder offers care Monday to Friday throughout most of 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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