Childminder EY446036

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 12 August 2016 6 November 2012

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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 clear knowledge of the signs and symptoms that could indicate a concern about a child's welfare. She has strong systems for seeking support and advice. She keeps up to date with new legislation to support the protection of children.  The provider has developed clean and concise systems of monitoring and tracking children's progress. These are shared well with parents and support their understanding of how to further develop their children's learning at home. Children make good progress from their starting points and gain the skills for their future stages in learning.  The childminder skilfully follows children's interests and ideas during activities and adapts her plans to incorporate these. She supports children's self-confidence and makes them feel valued within the setting.  Children have made positive relationships with the childminder. They are respectful, polite and interact well with others.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not consistently seek the views of parents and children to help her to identify ways to continually improve the quality of her provision.  The childminder provides lots of opportunities for children to speak but does not always focus precisely enough on helping them to master new vocabulary or phrases.

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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

 develop ways to include the views of parents and children in the evaluation of the setting  offer more consistent support for children to learn new vocabulary and phrases to extend their communication and language as effectively as possible.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector spoke to the childminder at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector took account of the views of parents spoken to during the inspection.  The inspector sampled documentation, including children's records, policies and procedures, and evidence of self-evaluation.  The inspector observed the children in the indoor and outdoor environments.  The inspector reviewed an activity with the childminder.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder has an effective knowledge of her role and responsibilities, and implements procedures well. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder liaises closely with parents and involves them effectively in their children's learning. For example, she shares strategies for parents to use at home to help their children achieve. The childminder values other professionals working with children and liaises with them effectively to provide consistency of learning. For example, she follows the school calendar and takes children to participate in events and celebrations. The childminder has made positive progress since her last inspection to improve her teaching. For example, she attends training courses and shares new ideas with other childminders.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children enjoy learning new skills and exploring new ideas through everyday activities and trips. For example, visiting the local park and forest school groups. Overall, despite some minor inconsistencies, the childminder teaches children well. For example, she makes good use of children's interest in singing, stories and imaginative conversations to support their language and thinking. The childminder provides opportunities for children to learn about the world around them and the differences in people. For example, by celebrating a variety of festivals throughout the year. Young children are encouraged to gain good listening skills. For example, they go on listening walks and explain what they can hear. The childminder effectively encourages children to share their own experiences with her and the other children. For example, they enjoy bringing in photographs from their holidays and things they collected on the beach.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children behave well and understand the rules and boundaries. Children are supported to gain the necessary skills in independence and self-confidence. For example, they choose and peel their own fruit for snack time. Children have positive relationships and learn from each other. For example, they remind each other to clean their paintbrushes when changing colours. The childminder knows children individually and skilfully plans activities based on their interests. She offers warm and nurturing interactions with the children and they are comfortable to seek support and comfort when needed. Children's care needs are met well to help support their physical well-being.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are happy and motivated learners. For example, they enjoy practising early writing skills in the garden area and take part in activities that further their mathematical understanding. Children are inquisitive and enjoy exploring. They are emotionally prepared and well equipped for their eventual move to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY446036 Local authority Bristol City Inspection number 1059321 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 7 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 6 November 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2012. She lives in Brislington, Bristol. The childminder offers care from 7.30am to 6pm on Monday to Friday, all year round. The childminder has a qualification at level 3.

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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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