Childminder EY501477

Inspection date 19 September 2018 Previous inspection date Not applicable

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Not applicable Effectiveness of leadership and management Good 2 Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2 Personal development, behaviour and welfare Good 2 Outcomes for children Good 2

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The provision is good

n The childminder's caring and nurturing approach helps children to develop a very close relationship with her. She is attentive to their needs, and children are happy and emotionally secure in their surroundings. n The childminder works effectively with her families. Parents are kept well informed about their child's day and the good progress they make. n The childminder is committed to continuous improvement. She has a good understanding of how to evaluate her practice and makes improvements to the service she provides. n The childminder effectively updates her knowledge. She carries out online research and regularly attends training that directly impacts on children's learning and development. For instance, she has recently developed her skills in outdoor experiences. which she uses to support children's physical development.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

n The childminder does not consistently teach children the importance of good hygiene practices, such as handwashing before eating. n The childminder misses opportunities to encourage children to do simple tasks for themselves to support their early independence and social skills. n On occasions, the childminder misses opportunities to support children's early mathematical skills.

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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

n teach children more consistently about the importance of hygienic practices n make full use of opportunities to enable children to increase their independence and social skills further n enhance ways to support children's early mathematical skills.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector observed the quality of teaching indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact this has on children's learning and development. n The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection. n The inspector sampled a range of documentation, including evidence of suitability. n The inspector considered the written views of the parents. n The inspector had a tour of the premises and viewed the resources available for the children.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder ensures her practice meets current requirements and keeps her knowledge up to date. She has a secure understanding of how to safeguard children and knows how to report any concerns about a child in her care. The childminder is vigilant and checks the environment is safe and secure. She actively promotes equality, diversity, tolerance and respect through her daily routines and working with outside professionals. The childminder shares information with parents and the school to ensure children have smooth transitions.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder has high expectations for children's learning. She knows the children in her care well and offers a relaxed approach to learning. She provides interesting activities and introduces innovative ideas or resources which capture children's interest and help them to develop new skills. The childminder works closely with parents to ensure she meets all children's needs from the start. She monitors children's progress accurately and uses their starting points to identify and narrow any gaps in learning. Children are good explorers. They are inquisitive and enjoy investigating the resources to see how things work. For example, younger children enjoy examining the colourful bricks. Older children enjoy developing their physical skills as they learn to operate the digger. The childminder interacts well with the children. She models and demonstrates how to do things. This helps support children to develop new skills.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder provides a stimulating and welcoming environment. Children are motivated, interested and have secure attachments. Children are well behaved. They share, take turns and play well together. Children benefit from regular trips to places, such as parks, childminder groups, farms and soft-play activities. This helps children develop their physical skills and understanding of the wider world. The childminder teaches children about safety and risks in their surroundings. For example, she reminds children to hold the handrail when walking up the stairs. Children have good opportunities to play outside and be active in the garden. Activities, such as these, support children's physical and emotional well-being.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children engage in a broad selection of learning experiences, which helps them prepare for their eventual move to school. They concentrate well and are very eager to learn. Children are happy and confident. They enjoy sharing books and making marks with chalks. This supports their early literacy and writing skills. Children develop good self- esteem and are proud of their achievements.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY501477 Local authority Bristol City of Inspection number 10067393 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 0 - 3 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2016. She lives in Bristol. The childminder is open from 7.45am to 5.45pm daily, during term time only. She holds a childcare qualification at level 3.

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Registers

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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