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 has high aspirations for her provision. She shows dedication to providing a good inclusive service, where each child is valued and supported. Parents say that the childminder's calm and unprejudiced nature copes with all families from any background. The childminder is very caring with the children, who develop a close bond with her and her assistant. Children thrive in the relaxed and nurturing environment and their confidence grows. The childminder and her assistant are attentive to children's needs, supporting them closely and prioritising their well-being. Babies are reassured and comforted with a cuddle if they become upset. Children learn to manage their feelings and understand the needs of others. They start to share and take turns with toys, and they take care when playing near the babies.

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The provision is good

The childminder recognises children's individuality. She focuses on what they need to learn next, making plans for the ways she will help them achieve this. Young children develop their physical strength and resilience well, negotiating steps and different terrain in the childminder's garden. They persevere to use the suitably challenging climbing equipment with the childminder's patient support. They show positive attitudes, trying again until they succeed.

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need to do better?

n The childminder works closely with her assistant to monitor their practice and evaluate her provision, to identify areas for improvement. She understands the importance of continuing to develop her skills and she is currently undertaking an outdoor learning qualification. She supervises the practice of her assistant and is also helping her develop her knowledge through training. n The childminder and her assistant talk to children as they play, providing a narrative and useful explanations. They repeat words and phrases so children hear the correct way to say things. Children chatter confidently because they know the childminder and her assistant listen to them and are interested in their ideas. Children enjoy daily music sessions, joining in enthusiastically with the songs and actions. They love books and spend considerable periods exploring them independently and listening to stories the childminder and her assistant

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need to do better?

read to them. n The childminder has a good understanding of how children learn and develop. She knows the skills and knowledge they need to acquire and in what order to teach them. She carefully and accurately monitors children's development. She quickly spots when children may be falling behind and makes sure they get the support they need to help catch up. n The childminder organises her home very well. She has stimulating resources, carefully linked to children's interests and stage of development, set out across

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need to do better?

29 June 2022 the main rooms on the ground floor. Children are inspired and motivated to explore the activities. Babies relish crawling to explore activities, and young children confidently select items themselves. However, the childminder and her assistant are not always successful in maintaining children's attention and involvement in activities. Sometimes children listen well, particularly to stories, but at other times they are easily distracted and distract others. n The childminder has good relationships with parents. Parents say that they feel listened to and involved in their children's time at the provision. The childminder regularly shares detailed information with them about all aspects of children's care and progress. She gives them ideas of how they can support children's development, including seeking additional professional help if needed. The childminder is diligent in the work she does for children and families. Parents are

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full of praise. They say that the advice and support from the childminder and her assistant give them, as new parents, the confidence to tackle new steps with children. n The childminder teaches children how to do things for themselves. Children are keen to try. They learn to use the potty and tidy up the toys. Babies happily crawl over to the low-level wash station to wash their hands. Children gain confidence with new experiences and different materials. Young children make marks with paint and mix colours together. They relish exploring soapy water and repeatedly squeeze out the sponge, marvelling at the bubbles they create. Babies persevere to connect pens with their lids, fascinated with the concept.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder and her assistant have a secure knowledge of the procedures to follow in the event of concerns about a child. They have refreshed their awareness of child protection through a range of training. They both hold valid paediatric first- aid certificates so they can support children in the event of a minor medical emergency. The childminder ensures her home is clean and well maintained. She uses safety gates to limit young children's access to higher-risk areas so they can explore and play safely. The childminder and her assistant watch and support children as they challenge their physical skills. Children begin to recognise and manage the risks they encounter.

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should:

n support children's involvement more effectively and develop their attention skills as much as possible.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY557161 Local authority Bristol City of Inspection number 10190069 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 5 Number of children on roll 9 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2018 and lives in the Coombe Dingle area of Bristol. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Thursday. The childminder regularly works with an assistant. She holds an appropriate qualification at level 3. The childminder provides funded early education for children aged three years.

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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 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. The childminder discussed her procedures for safeguarding the children.

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Inspection activities

29 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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29 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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