Morgan-Hardy, Isadora

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 16 September 2015 10 May 2011

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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 builds positive relationships with the children. They come to her automatically for support in their learning and for comfort when they feel the need.  Assessment and monitoring of children's learning are detailed and precise. This enables the childminder to identify any gaps in learning or where children are at risk of falling behind. Therefore, she is able to put specific steps in place or seek support from other professionals if required.  The childminder communicates very effectively with parents, involving them well in their children's learning. This strengthens the link between home and the setting and helps to provide continuity for the children in their learning and care needs.  The childminder and her assistants are good role models. They work seamlessly together and promote children's behaviour very well.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Children sometimes find it difficult to focus well on the activities led by the childminder and her assistants due to the other resources on the floor. This means that children do not always benefit fully from activities planned specifically to support their individual learning.  The organisation of the environment does not make it possible for all children to develop independence in their personal hygiene. This means that children do not receive the best possible support to learn to manage their own care needs.

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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

 offer greater encouragement for children to become independent in managing their personal care  monitor the organisation of space and resources for planned activities to make sure that children are able to concentrate without becoming distracted.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector talked to the childminder and an assistant at convenient times during the inspection.  The inspector took the views of parents into consideration.  The inspector observed the children at play indoors and outdoors and viewed the resources and equipment available.  The inspector looked at children's records, planning documentation, evidence of the suitability of staff and other regulatory documentation.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder is committed to continually improving the quality of her service. She supports and mentors her assistants well, providing a thorough induction and ensuring they are clear on their individual roles and all working practices. The childminder is proactive in accessing training to extend her knowledge, and that of her assistants. She generally has a good understanding of her responsibility to meet the Early Years Foundation Stage requirements. However, on one occasion the childminder failed to inform Ofsted of a change of circumstance. This did not have an impact on children's welfare and has now been addressed. Ofsted does not intend to take action. Safeguarding is effective.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Overall, the quality of teaching is good. The childminder provides a stimulating environment and a broad range of activities linked to children's individual interests. She encourages and challenges children to participate in their learning as they experiment with resources, for example, they enthusiastically explore paint using a range of different methods and tools of their choice. Children are encouraged to develop their thinking skills as the childminder asks questions and gives them time to consider their responses. Children learn to build on their existing knowledge and have good opportunities to solve problems. These skills prepare them well for their move on to other early years settings and school. Children progress well in their mathematical understanding. They use numbers spontaneously as they play and the childminder supports their counting skills well.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder uses her good knowledge of the children to provide resources and activities that reflect their diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds and faiths. The childminder and her assistants listen carefully and respectfully to children. All children know that they are valued and this promotes their self-confidence and self-esteem. Children are encouraged to make healthy choices at snack time and have opportunities to exercise outdoors daily. This promotes their physical well-being. Children learn to be kind and caring towards each other. The childminder and her assistants support children to understand how to behave. The childminder establishes good relationships with parents. This enables her to meet the needs of children and supports their emotional well-being.

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Outcomes for children are good

The childminder reflects on her practice, identifying her strengths and areas for improvement to benefit children. She engages children in their learning as she joins in with their games and promotes their communication and language well. She offers ideas and encourages children to challenge themselves as they play. Children's progress is good across all areas of learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY417758 Local authority Bristol City Inspection number 832462 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 11 Number of children on roll 7

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2010. She lives in St Pauls, Bristol. The childminder works with registered assistants. The setting is open Monday to Thursday all year round, except for August.

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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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