Childminder EY497705

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 10 April 2018 Not applicable

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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 evaluates her provision thoroughly. She successfully identifies areas for development and she makes improvements to benefit children. For example, the childminder has developed her garden to expand the range of outdoor learning opportunities for children to experience.  The childminder uses her good knowledge of children's individual learning needs to plan a broad range of activities that supports their development well. All children make consistently good progress in their learning and development.  The childminder makes good use of the local environment to provide varied experiences that enhance children's learning and enjoyment. For example, they enjoy opportunities to be physically active at gymnastics centres, parks and woodlands.  Children behave well. The childminder gently reminds children of her expectations. For example, she encourages children to use good manners and she praises children when

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This provision is good

they are polite and considerate towards each other.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Occasionally, the childminder does not make the most of opportunities to support children in developing their early writing skills.  The childminder does not consistently encourage children to do things for themselves, such as putting on their own outdoor clothing, to further develop their independence.

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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

 make the most of opportunities for children to develop their early writing skills  provide more opportunities for children to manage tasks for themselves, to support their developing independence further.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the childminder interacting with children during activities, and discussed and assessed the impact of teaching on children's learning with her.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector considered the written views of parents.  The inspector looked at documentation, including children's records, evidence of suitability checks, and policies and procedures.  The inspector discussed self-evaluation and children's progress with the childminder.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a good awareness of child protection issues and she knows the procedures to follow if she has any concerns for a child's welfare. The childminder is dedicated to developing her strong professional knowledge and teaching skills. For example, she uses her training on messy play well to provide more sensory play experiences and opportunities for children to explore materials. The childminder forms effective partnerships with parents. For example, from the outset, she encourages them to share information about their children's achievements and care needs, to support her in planning for the next steps in their development. The childminder has established relationships with other early years professionals, to help her to provide consistency in children's experiences.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder uses her good knowledge of children's developmental levels, gained from her regular observations and assessments, to support children's learning well and to monitor their progress effectively. She supports children to develop strong language and literacy skills. For example, children take part enthusiastically in storytelling, as they join in with repeated phrases and make predictions about what might happen. Children enjoying exploring materials and role playing in the outdoor play kitchen. For instance, they play happily together and investigate what happens when they add water to oats. The childminder supports children's mathematical development well. For example, she teaches children to count accurately and recognise numerals.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder plans many opportunities to teach children about diversity and the wider world. For example, she uses books effectively to help children to find out about the similarities and differences between the lives of people from different backgrounds. The childminder is kind and attentive to children's physical and emotional needs. Children feel secure and confident in her care. The childminder supports children well to lead healthy lifestyles. For example, she provides nutritious meals and daily opportunities for energetic play.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children are successful in gaining the skills they need to support them in the next stages in their education. Children show high levels of concentration and focus during activities. For example, they listen intently to stories and they demonstrate their strong understanding as they recall the main events. Children develop good awareness of how to keep themselves safe. For instance, they confidently explain how to cross roads safely during outings.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY497705 Local authority Bristol City Inspection number 1039929 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 3 - 4 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2016. She lives in Knowle, Bristol. Childminding takes place between 7am and 6pm from Tuesday to Friday, during school term time only. The childminder is in receipt of funding to provide free early years education for three- and four-year-old children.

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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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