Childminder EY393796

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 1 November 2017 22 May 2015

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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

 Children settle quickly, and are happy and secure in the childminder's care. She supports children's emotional well-being and boosts their confidence successfully. For example, she praises their efforts and shows children that she values their opinions, by involving them in decision making, such as choosing activities and deciding what to eat.  The childminder evaluates the quality of her practice thoroughly and she continues to make ongoing improvements. For example, she has increased opportunities for children to learn outside, by creating a secure decking area and providing resources, such as a mud kitchen and gardening area for them to explore.  The childminder forms strong partnerships with parents. Parents contribute to children's assessments and the childminder shares with them her plans to help children to take the next steps in their learning.  The childminder uses her experience and qualifications well to plan activities and

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This provision is good

support children to make good progress in all areas of their learning.  Children benefit from daily opportunities to be physically active and enjoy fresh air, such as during visits to local parks and woodlands.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 There are fewer opportunities for children to develop their early writing skills.  Occasionally, the childminder does not make the best use of activities, to develop children's mathematical skills, such as sorting and counting.

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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

 provide more opportunities to support children to develop their early writing skills  make better use of all opportunities to support children's developing mathematical skills, such as sorting and counting.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed children taking part in activities and assessed the quality of the childminder's teaching.  The inspector took into account the views of parents spoken to during the inspection and parents' written testimonials.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder and spoke to children, at appropriate times, throughout the inspection.  The inspector looked at children's information, including attendance records and planning and development records.  The inspector discussed with the childminder her professional development, including her self-evaluation, qualifications and training.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a good understanding of her role in keeping children safe and she knows how to report any child protection concerns. She carries out daily checks to help her to provide a safe environment for children. The childminder uses professional development opportunities well, such as training, to update her knowledge and skills. She works well with parents, children and other professionals to reflect on her provision and prioritise areas for improvement. The childminder uses effective systems to monitor children's progress, to identify any gaps in their learning and access specialist support where necessary.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder plans activities and provides resources that support children's development well. For example, babies were delighted to practise their new crawling skills through tunnels and tents, while older children enjoyed the physical challenge of throwing balls through the holes in the roof of a tent. The childminder uses her strong teaching skills to support children to develop good language skills effectively. For instance, she provides a commentary during activities to introduce new words. Children are confident in expressing themselves. They enjoy singing along to favourite songs and joining in with the actions. The childminder makes good use of the local environment to support children's learning. For example, she takes children on bus trips to the library and to local shops to buy ingredients for cooking activities.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder is a good role model for children, for instance, she is polite, kind and patient. She teaches children to behave well. For example, she consistently explains to children the behaviour she expects and she helps children to appreciate the feelings of others. The childminder supports children successfully to lead healthy lifestyles. She plans meals and snacks meticulously to provide food that is nutritious and safe for all children to eat. The childminder encourages children to develop their independence, for example, in dressing and helping to prepare snacks. The childminder teaches children about diversity, for instance, by using books and creative activities.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children gain the skills they need for a successful start to the next stages in their learning and the eventual move to school. They develop good social skills and older children are supportive and considerate of the younger ones. For example, they give babies toys to explore. Children are motivated learners, who concentrate well during activities. For example, they listen attentively to stories and enjoy talking about what they can see.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY393796 Local authority Bristol City Inspection number 1093891 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2009. She lives in Brislington, Bristol. Childminding takes place between 8am and 6pm on Monday to Friday, for most weeks of the year. The childminder holds an early years 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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