Childminder in Bristol

Inspection date 30 May 2019 Previous inspection date 31 May 2018

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This inspection: Met

Previous inspection: Requires improvement

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a good understanding of her safeguarding responsibilities. She is aware of the procedures to follow if she has concerns about a child, and if an allegation is made against an adult. n The childminder knows how to establish children's starting points for their learning and development, including carrying out observations to establish what children can already do. She uses this to plan activities and provide resources for children to make progress in all areas of learning. n The childminder knows how to support children to prepare them for the next stages in their learning, including moving to school. She demonstrates a good knowledge of supporting children's well-being. For example, encouraging parents to provide children with healthy meals in their packed lunch, and teaching children the importance of exercise and a healthy lifestyle. n The childminder understands how to reflect on practice. She has taken steps to

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This provision meets requirements

improve on the areas of weaknesses identified at the last inspection. For example, the outdoor area is now safe and the childminder demonstrates a good understanding of managing risk. n The childminder understands how partnership working with parents and other settings can help her to meet children's care and learning needs. She shows a good understanding of sharing information with parents and other early years settings that children may attend. n The childminder is aware of the different professionals that are available to help with children who may require additional support. She intends to attend training courses for her professional development and to help her meet the needs of the children in her care who may have specific needs.

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This provision meets requirements

There were no children present when this inspection took place. The findings in this report are based on evidence gathered from discussions with those who care for the children and an inspection of the premises, equipment and relevant documentation. Where there are no children present, no judgement is made on the quality of the early years provision as there is no reliable evidence on which to assess its impact on children. The report states whether the provider continues to meet the requirements of registration. Inspection activities

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This provision meets requirements

n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for children. n The inspector looked at policies and documents the childminder will use when caring for children, to safeguard them and support their welfare. n The inspector discussed self-evaluation and plans for improvement with the childminder. n The inspector reviewed qualification certificates.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY538757 Local authority Bristol City of Inspection number 10084998 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 - 0 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 31 May 2018

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2016 and lives in Ashton Vale, Bristol. She provides care Monday to Friday from 7.15am to 6pm, including before and after school, all year round. There were no children on roll at the time of the inspection.

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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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