Childminder in Bath and North East Somerset

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 has a particularly friendly manner and a sense of fun. Children build strong bonds and close relationships with her and really enjoy her company. Parents comment on the childminder's excellent care and attention and her positive input into their child's development. Children learn to communicate well. The childminder takes the time to explain things clearly to children. This helps their understanding, motivates them effectively and reduces any frustration. Older babies listen and show their understanding as they respond to questions and follow instructions. They cooperate well, toddling off to go outside or get ready for mealtimes. Children chat confidently and are inquisitive, asking questions and eagerly sharing their ideas. With the childminder's encouragement they learn to let their friends also have their chance to speak.

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The provision is good

The childminder has a good understanding of child development. She knows children well and focuses closely on what they need to learn next. She uses their interests successfully to engage them in activities and encourage their thinking and language. Children discuss animals and the characteristics of different habitats. They learn more specific animal names and new terms, such as 'jungle', 'stag beetle' and 'orca'. They are keen to learn and develop their skills.

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need to do better?

n The childminder consistently supports children's behaviour. She patiently works to resolve any differences between the children, helping them to share the play spaces and resources. Children begin to enjoy the company of other children as they play alongside them during social mealtimes and in activities, taking turns effectively. n The childminder sets up her home in a stimulating way to encourage children's inquisitiveness and motivate them to explore. Older babies develop their physical skills very well. They negotiate different levels and steps, and excitedly use the play equipment in the childminder's garden. She watches them closely while still allowing them the freedom to explore and develop their skills. However, during some activities, the childminder is not always successful in adapting her support for the varied ages of the children. Consequently, at times, younger children lose interest and their exploration and learning are not extended as much as they

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need to do better?

could be. n The childminder is motivated to develop her service. She evaluates the activities she provides, reviews her daily practice and identifies appropriate ways to improve her provision. She uses memberships of professional organisations to undertake training and keep up to date with changes to legislation. She works closely with other childminders for professional discussions and to share good practice, helping to develop her provision further.

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16 June 2022 n Children develop a wonderful interest in nature. They learn about the natural world as they help to plant and grow a wide range of produce in the childminder's garden and allotment. Children develop respect for and interest in living things. They excitedly hunt for bugs in the childminder's garden and pick lettuce to feed to her guinea pigs. They giggle as they carefully play with her lively kittens. Children enjoy joining the childminder in the morning to walk her dog and explore the local woodlands. n Children are well prepared for their next stages of learning. The childminder uses her effective assessment procedures to outline next steps in each child's learning and works to support these, in order to help close any gaps. She plans activities and experiences that are focused closely on children's needs and interests. Children make good progress. n The childminder has good relationships with parents. She shares detailed

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need to do better?

information about children's learning and development. She ensures she finds out about children's experiences at home to inform her planning and support. The childminder has not developed links with other settings the children attend though. She does not share information and promote a consistent approach across all aspects of children's lives.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder is alert to the signs that a child's safety or well-being may not be as it should. She has a secure knowledge of the procedures to follow in the event of any concerns and is familiar with the processes for dealing with allegations against herself. The childminder checks her home thoroughly to identify and remove any hazards. She uses safety equipment, such as safety gates to make sure that children are safe from higher risk areas. The childminder ensures she monitors and supports children's safety while still offering them beneficial opportunities for physical and challenging play.

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should:

n give further consideration to adapting activities to fully support the differing needs of the children involved n build links with other settings children attend, to support a consistent approach for children and continual progression in their development.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2566492 Local authority Bath and North East Somerset Council Inspection number 10232193 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

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inspection

Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 3 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2019 and lives in Bath. She operates all year round from 8.45am to 3.15pm on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, during school term times only. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3.

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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 provision. 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 Parents shared their views on the childminder's provision with the inspector. n Relevant documentation was reviewed by the inspector, including suitability checks and paediatric first-aid qualifications, and the childminder discussed her procedures for safeguarding the children.

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Inspection activities

16 June 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

16 June 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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