Childminder in North Somerset

Inspection date 8 August 2019 Previous inspection date 11 January 2016

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Good 2 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 is enthusiastic and demonstrates a strong commitment to continually developing her knowledge and provision. For example, she regularly meets with other childminders to share ideas and discuss good practice to benefit children's learning. n The childminder creates an exciting and welcoming environment to help children independently access and choose from a good range of toys and resources. She provides a wide variety of activities to motivate children's learning. n The childminder works well with parents from the start to help their children get to know her and settle easily in her home. She shares information with parents about their children's care needs to continue their routines from home, such as sleep times. n The childminder reflects well on her practice to make improvements. For instance, she provides exciting resources to encourage children's interest and engagement with stories.

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This provision is good

n Children show care and consideration for others. Older children quickly recognise when they can support younger children. For example, they help them to put on their sun hats. The childminder praises children's kind behaviour and supports their emotional well-being and self-esteem. n The childminder is skilled at helping children learn about the world and living things. For example, she takes them to a nearby beach to explore natural resources, such as shells and pebbles. In addition, children helped her choose a pet rabbit from an animal rescue centre. The childminder teaches children how to handle 'Billy the bunny' gently, and not frighten him, helping them learn how to care for animals safely. n Although the childminder regularly tracks children's progress, she does not always assess their achievements as consistently as possible, for example, to help her plan more precisely for children's future 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 develop more effective systems for monitoring children's achievements to help assess and identify their progress consistently well.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

n The inspector had a tour of the premises and observed children engaged in a variety of learning experiences, both indoors and outdoors. n The inspector completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder. n The inspector viewed relevant documentation, such as operational policies, procedures and required records, including first aid and qualification certificates. n The inspector had discussions with the childminder at appropriate times throughout the inspection. n The inspector took account of written views from parents.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder completes relevant training and demonstrates a clear understanding of what to do if she has any concerns about children's welfare. The childminder carries out regular risk assessments, both indoors and outdoors, to reduce potential hazards to children. She establishes good partnerships with parents, sharing information regularly about their children's learning experiences. For example, the childminder offers ideas of how to continue children's learning at home. Parents comment positively on the empathetic nature of the childminder and the care and learning she provides for their children.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder has a good understanding of how children learn and provides a wide range of activities and resources which reflect their individual interests. The childminder encourages children to make independent choices in their play and supports their engagement and mathematical development well. Children display high levels of concentration and persevere as they complete puzzles and play sorting and matching games. The childminder successfully supports children's creativity and thinking skills, such as during role-play activities. For instance, children use their imagination as they pretend objects represent another and stack small, flat, circular pieces of wood on top of each other to make a 'birthday cake'. The childminder encourages babies to develop their physical skills. For example, she praises their efforts to stand, encouraging them to move towards her, as they pull themselves up and hold onto furniture to keep their

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder provides a warm, home-from-home environment. Children settle quickly and demonstrate happy, sociable and confident personalities. The childminder understands the importance of promoting healthy lifestyles. For example, she ensures children eat healthy snacks and have regular access to fresh air and exercise. The childminder helps children to adopt excellent hygiene routines. Children independently wash their hands and babies reach for a wet wipe to clean their hands when they finish their snack. Children participate in a range of physical activities, including yoga. The childminder teaches children how to keep themselves safe. For instance, she regularly talks to the children about road safety when they cross the road or go for local walks.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are motivated and keen to try new activities. For instance, babies show curiosity in their environment and seek out toys which interest them. Young children are confident communicators and are eager to express themselves, interacting positively with visitors. Children develop their early literacy skills well and enjoy a range of mark- making activities. For example, older children begin to have an awareness of words of personal significance, such as their name, and attempt to write this. Children develop the key skills that are needed for the next stage in their learning and their eventual move to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY478476 Local authority North Somerset Inspection number 10076048 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 - 10 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 20 Date of previous inspection 11 January 2016

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2014 and lives in the Portishead area of Bristol. She holds qualified teacher status. The childminder operates Monday to Thursday from 8am until 6pm, and on Friday from 8am until 5pm, all year round, excluding bank holidays and family holidays.

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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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Registers

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