Childminder in Bristol

Inspection date 10 July 2019 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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This provision is good

n The childminder provides children with a nurturing environment. She is kind and caring and ensures children can play safely and feel secure. Children form strong attachments with the childminder. They are relaxed in her presence and quickly reassured by her if they are unsure or become upset. n The childminder builds good partnerships with parents from the start. She also links with other settings children attend. She shares and gains a comprehensive range of information about children's achievements and interests, to help to provide continuity of care and learning for children. n The childminder sets out her home in a stimulating and inviting way. Children have access to a wide range of good-quality resources which provide them with interesting play opportunities, both inside and outdoors. n The childminder makes good use of the local and wider community to offer children different experiences, activities and situations, developing their understanding of the

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This provision is good

world well. For example, she uses local groups to offer children the opportunity to meet other children and develop their social skills. She takes them to outdoor learning sessions to help them learn about nature and foster their healthy lifestyles. n The childminder doesn't always adapt her support during activities for the differing needs of the varied ages of children, to ensure they are all challenged fully. n Occasionally, the childminder's outlined next steps in children's learning are pitched too high and are not appropriately achievable for children's stage of development.

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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 give further consideration to adapting activities and the support offered for the differing needs and varied ages of the children, to extend their learning fully n refine the systems for assessing children's development so that outlined next steps in their learning are consistently achievable.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

n The inspector viewed the areas used for childminding. She talked to the children and childminder at appropriate times throughout the inspection. n The inspector sampled documentation, including the suitability and qualifications of the childminder, policies and procedures, children's development records and planning. n The inspector observed the children and the childminder. She evaluated the effectiveness of an activity with the childminder. n The inspector took account of parents' written views by reading their comments in questionnaires and letters. n The inspector discussed the childminder's risk assessments and her self-evaluation process.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder does daily checks of her home. She ensures that play equipment is in good condition and appropriate for the ages of the children. The childminder knows what action to take if she has concerns about a child in her care. Furthermore, she undertakes training to ensure she keeps her knowledge up to date. The childminder monitors the progress children are making and her provision effectively. She has recently undertaken training to help her reflect on her practice further, such as courses to guide her in the use of a local evaluation framework. She gathers the views of parents to help her outline areas for improvement, in order to make positive changes. She links with other childminders for professional discussions and to share good practice.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children develop their co-ordination skills well and enjoy being active in the fresh air. For instance, they experiment and explore for some time at an array of activities thoughtfully set out in a shady corner of the childminder's top garden. They mix sand and water using a variety of utensils and containers, and imaginatively act out making pies and cakes. The childminder offers an attentive helping hand and reassuring words to help children persevere and tackle challenges successfully. Young children toddle and negotiate small steps and slopes confidently. They crawl through tunnels, hide in dens and push themselves around in toy cars on the patio. The childminder observes children as they play, assessing their achievements and detecting gaps in their development. Overall, she plans support and experiences to extend children's learning effectively and they make good progress.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder helps children learn to manage their feelings and appreciate the needs of others, such as sharing toys and taking turns age-appropriately. She takes the time to explain clearly to children what they are planning to do next. This helps their understanding and reduces any frustration. Children cooperatively prepare to move from their current activities on to other things, such as mealtimes or outside play. Children listen respectfully to the childminder and conscientiously follow boundaries and arrangements in place for their safety. They begin to develop their sense of responsibility, such as helping tidy away the toys.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children's listening and attention develops well. Young children join in readily with older children, listening to stories the childminder reads to them. They enjoy the interactive nature of the childminder's singing sessions. For instance, they eagerly choose a soft animal toy from the bag that links to a song, they copy some actions and older children sing key words eagerly. Children gain confidence in their own abilities. Older children learn number names, count individual items and begin to recognise numbers. Children acquire a good range of skills that prepare them well for the next stage of their learning and their eventual move on to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY540663 Local authority Bristol City of Inspection number 10089733 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 1 - 8 Total number of places 4 Number of children on roll 6 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2016 and lives in Bedminster, Bristol. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Wednesday, during school term times only. The childminder holds qualified teacher status.

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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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