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

The childminder shows dedication to the children and families in her care. Parents are very complimentary about the support she provides for their children and the helpful and beneficial advice she gives to them. Children are happy in the childminder's home, and they have strong and trusting relationships with her. The childminder uses her assessment procedures successfully to plan experiences and targeted support for children. Children's communication is developing effectively, including children who speak English as an additional language. The childminder gives children time to think and respond and ensures that those who are quieter also have the chance to talk. Children develop confidence in speaking and communicate what they want or need. Older children make comparison as they talk about a water and flour mixture looking like yoghurt. They discuss their plans as they create with sand and explain about the cherry on top of their ice cream. They

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The provision is good

recognise letters of the alphabet that are familiar to them and know the sounds for these. Children make good progress and develop the skills they need for their future learning and their move on to school.

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need to do better?

n The childminder is motivated to develop her service. She reviews her daily practice. She links with other childminders to discuss and share ideas and to improve her practice further. She takes children out into the local community. She regularly joins other childminders at a variety of groups, including outdoor learning sessions. Children are inspired to learn about nature and develop an understanding of the world. They also have the chance to mix with other children, which develops their confidence and social skills. n Children benefit from regular outdoor play to support their physical development and a healthy lifestyle. They experiment and investigate the different properties of sensory materials, such as sand, flour and water. They use watercolour paints and explore cleaning off chalk marks with wet sponges. The childminder offers inspiring experiences for children to learn about the natural world. They use real

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flowers and herbs to add to their mixes. They observe with fascination the nesting creatures in the childminder's garden. She provides books and other associated resources to encourage children to learn more, which develops their interests and understanding further. n The childminder uses her effective assessment procedures to outline the next steps in children's learning and works to support these. The childminder has good relationships with parents and other settings that children attend. She develops two-way communication to share information, which helps her to provide targeted experiences for children and consistent support across all aspects of their lives. She also works closely with parents and outside professionals, such as speech therapists, and helps close gaps in children's

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18 May 2022 learning. n The childminder knows children very well. She observes them closely, which enables her to quickly pick up on any changes in their behaviour and promptly support them. The childminder is sensitive to children's needs and understands their fascinations and frustrations. She uses clear, patient explanations to help them to understand expectations, appreciate the needs of others and manage their emotions. Children listen respectfully to the childminder. They adapt their behaviour, learn to share resources and take turns with other children. n The childminder makes effective use of her home. She offers a well-organised environment to inspire children, motivate them to explore and follow their ideas. Children independently access resources from the stimulating range the childminder sets out in her lounge and garden. They relish the freedom to move about and confidently explore and play with objects that interest them.

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However, occasionally, the childminder does not make the most of opportunities to engage all children fully in activities and develop their concentration and learning as much as possible. n Children show good self-care skills. They are keen to do things for themselves. Young children persevere well to get their boots on to play outside. Older children's coordination develops very well. They cut with scissors, paint with brushes, and mix with tools such as whisks. They develop strength and dexterity to support their early writing skills.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder knows what action to take if she has concerns about a child in her care. Furthermore, she regularly undertakes child protection training to help her keep her knowledge up to date. She uses this knowledge, along with the knowledge gains from other training, research and reading, to review and improve her procedures. The childminder keeps her home clean and well maintained and carries out thorough risk assessments to ensure that children can play safely. She supervises children closely and offers them reminders as they explore, to help them to follow safe practices and boundaries in place for their safety.

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should:

n make the most of opportunities to engage children fully and develop their concentration and learning as much as possible.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY487984 Local authority South Gloucestershire Inspection number 10214272 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 8 Date of previous inspection 12 September 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2015 and lives in Stoke Gifford, South Gloucestershire. She operates all year round from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder 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 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 emails, text messages and voice messages. 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

18 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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18 May 2022 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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