Childminder in South Gloucestershire

Overall effectiveness Good

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

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The provision is good

Children are at home in the childminder's care. They form close bonds with the childminder and demonstrate that they feel safe and secure. Children form friendships with other children of similar ages. They behave well and have a good understanding of rules and boundaries. For example, older children recognise when they have taken their turn and prompt younger children to have their go.

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The provision is good

The childminder plans the curriculum around children's interests. This supports children's motivation to learn. Children are curious and are eager to explore and investigate real-life objects. They display good hand-to-eye coordination as they use paper cups and a wooden ball to play a game of skittles. Children are proud of themselves as they celebrate knocking down the cups. Children develop their concentration and practise their fine motor skills as they carefully thread pipe cleaners through small holes in a cone. The childminder uses her good teaching skills to build on children's learning in other areas. Children benefit from purposeful conversations that link to their past learning experiences. For example, when children identify the colour of a pipe cleaner as 'dark blue', the childminder praises their recognition of the shade of colour and encourages them to make links to other dark blue things. Children reflect on the conversation they had earlier that

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need to do better?

n The childminder gets to know children well. When they first begin to attend, she gathers information from parents about children's like and dislikes. She uses this information to support children during the settling-in process. At drop-off and collection times, the childminder engages parents in meaningful conversations about children's learning experiences and achievements. n Children benefit from plenty of opportunities for outdoor play. The childminder carefully plans her outdoor area to ensure resources are varied and cover all areas of learning. Children develop problem-solving skills while they play with water. They use different-sized containers and scoops to work out how to pour the water so it flows through the tubes. Younger children transport sand from a tray to a pot before taking it to the water area. n The childminder is a positive role model. Her expectations for children's behaviour are generally good. She speaks clearly to children and gives them

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clear explanations to support their understanding. For example, when some children struggle to see the impact of their behaviour on others, the childminder offers support and reminds them to be considerate of one another. However, the childminder does not always use these opportunities to help children discuss how they are feeling and fully understand the effect their actions may have on their friends.

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need to do better?

27 April 2022 n The childminder supports children effectively to be ready for the next stage in their learning and the eventual move to school. She speaks with Reception teachers to identify what, in their opinion, are the skills children need the most, and pays close consideration to these. The childminder uses everyday opportunities to encourage children to be independent. As children get ready for outdoor play, she provides them with clear step-by-step instructions to remind them how to put on their shoes. n Children follow good hygiene practices that support their physical health. For example, they wash their hands before mealtimes and after coughing or sneezing. The childminder sensitively explains that children should try to 'catch their cough' in their tissue so they do not spread germs. n Children benefit from regular trips to places in the community. They particularly enjoy going to the pet shop to buy bird seed, before walking to the waterfront to

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feed the ducks. This helps children to extend their knowledge of the wider world. However, the childminder has not fully considered how to support children's knowledge of diversity. She does not consistently help children to develop their understanding of similarities and differences between themselves and others. n The childminder is a reflective practitioner. She is a member of the local childminding group and meets regularly with other early years professionals to discuss good practice. This supports her professional development and helps to enhance her already good teaching skills.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder carries out daily safety checks on all areas of her home and completes risk assessments for all outings. This helps to ensure a safe environment for children. The childminder has a secure understanding of child protection procedures and is able to identify the signs that may suggest a child is at risk of harm. She is clear about the procedures to follow to report any concerns she may have. The childminder keeps her knowledge current as she attends regular safeguarding training. She knows how to identify and protect children from extreme views and behaviours.

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should:

n enhance opportunities for children to talk about their own feelings and the effect their behaviours may have on the feelings of others n strengthen opportunities to support children's understanding of the similarities and differences between themselves and others, to further develop their understanding of diversity.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY467813 Local authority South Gloucestershire Inspection number 10218613 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 3 Number of children on roll 8 Date of previous inspection 15 August 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2013 and lives in Little Stoke, Bristol. She offers care between the hours of 6am and 4.30pm, Monday to Friday, all year round, apart from family holidays. The childminder holds an early years qualification at level 3. She provides funded early education for three- and four-year-old children.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the childminder received since the COVID- 19 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in her evaluation of the setting. n The inspector was shown the areas of the childminder's home that children access. The childminder explained how the setting is organised and how she plans the curriculum and experiences for children. n The childminder and the inspector discussed the activities on offer and the intentions for children's learning. n The inspector observed the quality of education during activities, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector looked at required documentation, including evidence of the suitability of the childminder and household members.

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Inspection activities

27 April 2022 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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Inspection activities

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