Childminder 106657

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 11 May 2016 20 January 2011

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This inspection: Outstanding 1

Effectiveness of the leadership and management Outstanding 1

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This inspection: Outstanding 1

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Outstanding 1

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This inspection: Outstanding 1

Personal development, behaviour and welfare Outstanding 1

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This provision is outstanding

 The childminder and her assistant provide an extensive range of exceptionally engaging and inspiring experiences for children, inside and outside. Children are challenged, motivated and enthusiastic learners, who are very confident and show a strong sense of belonging.  The childminder and her assistant are excellent role models who are very patient and kind. Children's behaviour is exemplary. Children delight in each other's company, are very happy, take turns and are caring towards each other.  The childminder and her assistant place the utmost emphasis on children's safety. All necessary steps are taken to protect children's welfare. For example, the childminder teaches children how to cross the road safely and to take manageable risks during their play.  The childminder has established highly successful partnerships with parents. They receive detailed information about children's needs and are involved in children's care

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This provision is outstanding

at all levels. In letters, parents express that they value the childminder to such an extent that they comment that they, 'wouldn't know what to do without her'.  The childminder works very closely with her assistant to scrutinise their practice. She has fully addressed the recommendation raised at her last inspection and continually sets herself challenging goals to achieve exceptional outcomes for children.

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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

 continue providing even more opportunities to support children to manage some tasks independently.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of care during a range of activities in the indoor and outdoor areas, and accompanied the childminder and her assistant during the school collection.  The inspector sampled a range of documentation, including attendance records, suitability checks, the self-assessment information, and documentation linked to managing and sharing children's progress.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder and her assistant, and spoke with the children at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector took into account the written views of parents and children provided on the day of the inspection.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is outstanding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder and her assistant have an exceptional understanding of child protection and the procedures to follow should they have any concerns about a child's welfare. The childminder is an inspirational leader and has an outstanding commitment to raising children's outcomes. For example, she uses training and research to extend her professional development for the benefit of each child, and to help enhance her already excellent practice. The childminder supervises her assistant exceptionally well. For example, she shares her expertise to help him consistently improve his knowledge and skills. The childminder has formed exceptionally strong links with the local school that children attend. For example, she diligently shares information to help ensure all learning experiences complement each other fully.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is outstanding

The childminder and her assistant receive regular updates on children's assessments and have high expectations of what children can achieve. Children demonstrate exceptional vocabulary skills. For example, they relax after school and enjoy extensive conversations with the childminder about their school day. The childminder knows precisely when to intervene to support and extend their learning further. For example, children's attention is instantly captured as she models language such as 'tactile' and 'visual'. The childminder is innovative in extending children's understanding of key concepts in mathematics. For example, she encourages children to use addition, subtraction and multiplication during favourite board games. Children are engrossed in their creative activities. For example, they focus intently on the pictures they create, and use an abundance of materials to write letters and make cards for each other and their friends.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are outstanding

The childminder and her assistant ensure that every child thrives in their care. For example, children are exceptionally happy and settled, highly valued as individuals, and they develop an excellent sense of belonging. Children's good health is given the utmost importance. For example, they benefit from healthy, cooked meals, and the childminder places a strong emphasis on teaching them about the importance of healthy lifestyles. Children are very capable in their thoughts and actions. For example, they make choices from the superb range of resources and lead their own play. However, occasionally the childminder does some small tasks for children that they could do for themselves. Children develop excellent physical skills and spend lots of time in the outdoor areas. The childminder effectively supports children's understanding of their similarities and differences and, for example, of people and countries beyond their own experiences.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 106657 Local authority Bristol City Inspection number 824824 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 4 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 20 January 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 1985 and lives in Henleaze, Bristol. The childminder works with an assistant and provides care for school age children only, from 7.30am to 9am and from 3.30pm to 6pm, during school terms.

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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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