Childminder in Bristol

Overall effectiveness Good

The quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Not applicable

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The provision is good

The childminder gets to know children and their families very well. Young children settle quickly and develop secure relationships with the childminder and her assistant. They are relaxed and happy, and they grow in confidence in the nurturing and welcoming environment. Babies enjoy exploring an excellent range of sensory items. The childminder inspires their curiosity and motivates them very effectively. Treasure baskets filled with exciting items stimulate babies' senses, such as coconut shells, metal whisks and wooden spoons. They relish exploring the autumn activity which the childminder sets out on the floor of her playroom. Babies climb in to explore the sticky chocolate porridge and crispy cornflakes, juicy oranges and fragrant cinnamon sticks. They remain at the activity for long periods. They persevere to pick up and explore each of the items and develop their dexterity and coordination very well. The childminder's and her assistant's patient

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The provision is good

and consistent support and clear explanations help children learn to play together effectively, share resources and take turns. The childminder has adapted her practice and provision during the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic. She has thoughtfully offered flexible support for children and their families. Her messages, video calls and 'story time' have helped to maintain good relationships with the children, and her activity packs have provided a much-needed lifeline for families.

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need to do better?

n Children make good progress. The childminder observes children's play, assesses their achievements, and outlines any gaps in their development. She promptly outlines next steps in the children's learning and works to support these. However, the childminder does not flexibly adapt planned group activities to ensure that all children are inspired and motivated to explore. Consequently, some children look around for things to interest them, and they miss the learning opportunities that the activity offers. n The childminder works closely with parents to provide a consistent approach to the support children receive. She finds out about children's interests and achievements at home and keeps parents well informed about children's progress and care arrangements while they are with her. Parents comment positively on the childminder's provision. They say that they are 'always greeted with a smile from childminder and her team'.

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n Children's communication is progressing well, including children who speak more than one language. They listen and show their understanding as they respond to the childminder's or her assistant's questions and follow their instructions. Babies excitedly babble as they crawl around and investigate. The childminder is chatty and offers a running commentary to children about what she is doing, which gives them lots of useful speech to hear and copy. n The childminder helps to support children's healthy lifestyles. Young children

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need to do better?

6 October 2021 enjoy healthy fruit and drinking water. The childminder has activities in her garden and has added a covered area and all-weather flooring to support children's access all year round. The childminder and her assistant regularly take children out for walks and to local parks, where they can enjoy being active in the fresh air. n Babies and children develop their early literacy and mathematics skills. Children listen to their favourite stories and show their understanding as they name the characters. They concentrate well as they complete alphabet and number puzzles with the childminder's assistant. He sounds out letters and asks questions to encourage children to think about the numbers. Babies independently select books and persevere to turn the chunky pages of a board book. n The childminder offers good supervision to her assistant. She gives him ideas and direction to ensure that babies' and children's needs and well-being are

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supported effectively. However, at times, the childminder is busy with other children. Her assistant then does not make the most of opportunities to engage and focus the children he is supporting, particularly when they are in-between activities or preparing for a meal. n The childminder shows dedication to the children in her care. She works with her assistants to evaluate the effectiveness of their practice and to improve her provision. She focuses well on developing her skills and the support she provides for children. She has completed a child psychology qualification since the last inspection and is currently waiting to start a childcare qualification.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder and her assistant are familiar with the procedures to follow if they have concerns about a child. They attend regular training to keep their knowledge updated and to help them keep children safe and well, such as child protection, first aid and food safety training. The childminder carries out thorough risk assessments of her home and garden and when taking children on outings. Children's well-being is always at the forefront of her mind. She is constantly reviewing arrangements to ensure that babies and young children can explore and play safely and that their care needs are promptly supported.

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should:

n give further consideration to adapting planned activities to fully support the differing needs of the children involved n develop consistent support throughout routines and activities, and help children remain focused and continue to develop their skills.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY556141 Local authority Bristol City of Inspection number 10174813 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

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inspection

Total number of places 10 Number of children on roll 24 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2018 and lives in Headley Park, Bristol. She operates all year round from 7am to 7pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. She also offers overnight care. The childminder regularly works with an assistant. She provides funded early education for four-year-old children.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the childminder received since the COVID- 19 (coronavirus) pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the setting. n The inspector viewed the areas used for childminding and discussed with the childminder how she implements the educational programmes for the children. n The childminder and the inspector evaluated the effectiveness of an activity together. The inspector observed the children, the childminder and her assistant and spoke with them at appropriate times during the inspection. n The inspector took account the views of parents by reading their comments in reviews. n Relevant documentation was reviewed by the inspector, including evidence of suitability checks and paediatric first-aid qualifications, and the childminder discussed her procedures for safeguarding the children.

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Inspection activities

6 October 2021 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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