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 Outstanding

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The provision is good

The childminder's caring and friendly manner makes children feel very welcome. She is attentive to children's needs and closely supports their well-being. Children form strong bonds with the childminder. They enjoy her company and are happy in her home. The childminder observes children closely. She notices when they are tired or feel unsure when there are visitors to her home and offers children a cuddle and lots of reassurance. Children grow in confidence. They begin to enjoy the company of other children as they play alongside them and during social mealtimes. Children behave well. They listen respectfully to the childminder as she patiently helps them to appreciate the needs of others. Children learn to share toys and take turns in games.

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The provision is good

The childminder formulates her plans for what she wants children to learn, concentrating on closing gaps in children's development and progressing their skills. She has focused closely on building children's confidence in new and different situations, particularly as children had limited opportunities during the COVID-19 pandemic. She takes children out into the local community for a wide range of interesting experiences, such as visits to local woodlands, parks, animal parks, the city docks and museums. They also attend play-based groups so children can meet with other children of a similar age and develop their social skills.

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n The childminder develops children's sense of responsibility very well. She successfully encourages even the youngest children to do things for themselves. All the children conscientiously tidy toys away. They work hard to independently fill a bucket with water and carefully pour it into an activity tray. They relish making pizzas for their lunch, carefully spreading sauce and adding their chosen toppings. Young children gain confidence in their abilities, show a can-do attitude and are keen to develop their skills. n Children's communication is progressing very well. Lovely conversations develop between the childminder and the slightly older children. She listens to them and gives them time to think and respond. Younger children learn new words and gain confidence in speaking. The childminder is a skilful role model. She sensitively and carefully offers children new words and phrases, building their

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understanding and vocabulary effectively. n The childminder monitors children's progress regularly and accurately. She plans experiences and support focused on the skills children need to learn next. Overall, the childminder implements a varied and suitably challenging curriculum to help children progress. However, she has not thoroughly considered the set- up of her home, indoors and outdoors, to ensure she is able to inspire children's

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17 May 2022 free exploration and engagement fully. At times, children rely on the childminder to offer them ideas or provide them with other activities. n The childminder has good relationships with parents. She shares information with them about children's development during daily discussions, regular messages and through entries in an online app that she uses. They work together to provide a beneficial collaborative approach to the support children receive. n The childminder shows dedication to her provision. She links with local childminders and advisory professionals to gain good practice ideas so she can continue to develop her practice. Parents comment very positively on the childminder and her provision. They say that they are impressed with the methods she uses to manage children's emotional well-being and learn from watching her calm nurturing approach. They also say that the different outings

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and groups children visit are a really good mix, to meet all the different aspects of children's development. n The childminder knows how children learn. She gets down to their level, playing and exploring alongside them. She is a positive role model and inspires young children's confidence as they hunt for insects in her garden. She teaches children the name of bugs and encourages their discussion. Children learn to be careful and respectful with the tiny creatures. However, during some activities, the childminder does not take advantage of the available learning opportunities, to fully challenge all the children.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder is vigilant as children explore and gives them reminders on safe practices. She has a good knowledge of child protection and effective procedures to support her practice. She attends regular training to keep her knowledge updated and to help her keep children safe, such as safeguarding courses and paediatric first-aid training. The childminder provides a safe and secure environment for children and supervises them closely. She ensures children stay safe in the sun. She applies their sun cream and reminds them to keep their sun hats on, discussing with them why they need to do this. She also ensures they have access to drinks to keep them hydrated.

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should:

n review the planned set-up of the environment to inspire children's exploration and engagement further and develop their skills as much as possible n make the most of available learning opportunities to consistently challenge all children fully.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY483306 Local authority Bristol City of Inspection number 10218626 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 6 Number of children on roll 4 Date of previous inspection 25 August 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2014 and lives in Fishponds, Bristol. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Tuesday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 6.

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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 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 and the childminder and spoke with them at appropriate times during the inspection. n The inspector took account of parents' written views by reading their comments in questionnaires. n Relevant documentation was reviewed by the inspector, including suitability checks and paediatric first-aid qualifications. The childminder discussed her procedures for safeguarding the children.

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Inspection activities

17 May 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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