Punar Linda

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 30 September 2015 6 February 2009

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This inspection: Good 2

Effectiveness of the leadership and management Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

Personal development, behaviour and welfare Good 2

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This provision is good

 The childminder has a calm and friendly personality, so children and families feel welcome and relaxed in the environment. Children quickly settle and build strong bonds with the childminder and, consequently, they feel safe and secure.  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. Consequently, children are well motivated and make good progress in their learning.  The childminder understands how children learn and make progress. She successfully plans activities based on children's individual interests and abilities, which promotes their development.  The childminder has strong partnerships with parents. She keeps them well informed about their children's achievements and they are involved in their children's learning.  The experienced and qualified childminder spends time considering what she does well.

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This provision is good

She identifies areas of weakness, to help her to improve the quality of provision.  The childminder has a secure knowledge of how to keep children safe from harm and how to respond to concerns. She completes regular risk assessments to ensure the environment is safe and she has up-to-date first-aid knowledge.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Children do not always have enough opportunities to write and draw freely during their play.  The childminder sometimes does not give the children time to think and problem solve for themselves.

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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 the opportunities for children to more freely practise their early writing skills during play  allow children more time to think through and solve problems for themselves at all possible opportunities.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector completed a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of all household members and the childminder's qualifications, looked at the childminder's self-evaluation form and discussed her improvement plan. She also sampled children's assessment records and planning documentation.  The inspector took account of the views of parents and carers.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder has a good understanding of how to implement the statutory requirements and other government requirements. She is committed to keeping herself up to date with changes through thorough research and attending cluster meetings. Her knowledge of protecting children from harm is good as she ensures she attends regular training; therefore safeguarding is effective. Partnerships with other settings are forged so children benefit from all adults successfully meeting their learning and development needs. The childminder carefully considers areas for development, such as involving the children in planning the new outdoor environment.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The quality of teaching is good as the childminder supports learning with carefully planned activities and outings that the children enjoy. She adapts these well to suit the abilities of the children and observes the children carefully to assess their development. She regularly undertakes effective assessments of the children's achievements and identifies their next steps for learning. Parents share children's experiences at home with the childminder to inform her assessments further. The childminder uses trips into the community as opportunities to learn; for example, searching for conkers in the woods and visiting local parks and toddler groups. She provides good opportunities for children to learn about the wider world, such as enjoying breakfast from around the world, so children learn about similarities and differences.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder has developed strong bonds with children and they have formed warm friendships with each other. This helps them to learn about appropriate behaviour and the impact of their actions on others. Children behave well and show care and respect for their friends. They learn to share and take turns. The childminder promotes children's confidence and self-esteem through positive praise and encouragement. She gives clear and consistent support as children develop their independence in ways that are appropriate for their ages. They are encouraged to make choices, such as during their play and at mealtimes. Children benefit from regular physical exercise and fresh air by making full use of the outdoors and nearby amenities to extend their learning.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress and work at the levels typically expected for their ages. They develop skills in readiness for starting school, such as basic mathematical knowledge. Children learn to manage their own personal needs from an early age. Therefore, they are confident and well prepared for moving on to their next stage in learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY300589 Local authority North Somerset Inspection number 837685 Type of provision Childminder Day care type 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 6 February 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2005 and lives in Pill near Bristol. Her service is open Mondays to Fridays, all year round, including after school. She is accredited to receive funding for early education for children aged two, three and four years. The childminder has a level 3 qualification in childcare.

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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

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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