Childminder EY314885

Overall effectiveness Good

The quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Outstanding

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The provision is good

Children clearly enjoy the time they spend in the childminder's safe and welcoming home. They are relaxed and climb onto the childminder's lap as they listen to stories read aloud. Children enthusiastically point to pictures and carefully turn the pages of the book. They form close bonds with the kind and caring childminder, who understands and meets their individual needs well. Children make very good progress from their starting points. They display high levels of confidence and self- esteem as they choose where and with what they would like to play. Children have lovely relationships with one another and play cooperatively together. For example, they engage in imaginative play with toy farm animals. Children chat to each other and use single words in the correct context. For instance, they name animals and imitate the sounds they make. Children behave well. They learn the importance of sharing and taking turns, and respond well to the childminder's praise and

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The provision is good

encouragement. Children learn to value and respect people in the wider community. They take part in cultural celebrations and participate in local events. For example, children are currently planning to take part in a sponsored walk to raise money for new equipment at the community centre. Children are beginning to learn about the needs of others. The childminder encourages them to collect items to give to homeless people at Christmas.

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need to do better?

n The childminder offers children and their families settling-in sessions when they first begin to attend. She gathers key information from parents about their children's individual care and learning needs and provides a range of inviting activities to support children's interests. Children settle promptly and feel secure in her care. However, the childminder does not consider ways to further support children's understanding of their emotions and to enable them to communicate clearly how they feel. n The childminder has high expectations for children's learning and development. She uses her observations and assessment system to track children's progress and individual learning needs. This ensures that children's learning is targeted and closely monitored to ensure they are consistently supported. n Partnerships with parents and other professionals are effective. The childminder shares a range of information to ensure that children receive a consistent

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approach to their care and learning. For example, she meets with parents and healthcare professionals to review children's progress and share feedback. n All children develop good communication skills from their starting points. The childminder supports their emerging language effectively. She speaks slowly and clearly, and models the pronunciation of single sounds and words. The childminder skilfully builds children's vocabulary by talking to children as they play. She introduces new words to enhance their vocabulary and encourage

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19 February 2020 them to use simple sentences. n The childminder supports children who speak English as an additional language well. She learns key words and phrases in their home language to fully support their understanding. n Children lead their own learning. They have fun as they pretend to prepare food and make cups of tea for the childminder and visitors. However, at times, the childminder does not support children's access to a wider range of resources, particularly to help them explore with their senses and develop their creativity. n The childminder provides a wide range of opportunities for children to meet new people and become familiar with the wider community. Children benefit from fresh air and exercise to support their physical development. For example, they enjoy trips to the park, playgroups and soft-play centres. The childminder regularly meets with other childminders in the local area. This gives children

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opportunities to socialise and form wider friendships. n The childminder successfully supports children's awareness of healthy lifestyles. For example, children are supported to make healthy choices and learn the importance of good hygiene practice, such as handwashing. Young children proudly participate in daily routines. They independently wash their hands after the childminder has changed their nappy. n The childminder values the importance of professional development opportunities to further strengthen her knowledge and skills. She attends regular training and local authority network meetings. This helps the childminder to keep updated with changes to legislation and identify training opportunities.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a good knowledge and understanding of child protection and safeguarding procedures. She is able to clearly identify the signs and symptoms that might cause concern and understands the procedures to follow if she has concerns about a child's welfare. The childminder attends regular safeguarding training to update her knowledge. The childminder's home is safe and secure. She completes safety checks on all areas of her home to ensure that children play in a safe environment. The childminder teaches children how to keep themselves safe. For example, she explains that they must hold hands when crossing the road.

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should:

n provide further opportunities to help children recognise their emotions and communicate clearly how they feel n extend opportunities for children to freely access a wider range of resources, to explore with their senses and develop their creativity further.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY314885 Local authority South Gloucestershire Inspection number 10125591 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 2 to 3 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4 Date of previous inspection 12 October 2015

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2005. She lives in Emersons Green, Bristol. The childminder works all year round except for bank holidays and family holidays. She works Monday to Thursday from 7.30am to 5pm. The childminder holds a level 3 qualification in early years. She provides funded early education for children aged two, three and four years.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector had a tour of the premises and held discussions with the childminder to understand how the early years provision and curriculum are organised. n The inspector invited the childminder to participate in a joint observation. She considered the quality of teaching during activities and the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation. n The inspector took account of the views of parents through written testimonials. n The inspector spoke to children at appropriate times during the inspection.

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Inspection activities

19 February 2020 We carried out this inspection 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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19 February 2020 regulates and inspects to achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, further education and skills, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children's services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

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