Childminder in Bristol

Overall effectiveness Good

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

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The provision is good

Children thoroughly enjoy the high-quality outdoor learning experiences the childminder provides. The childminder has undertaken training that focuses on this, and she uses it well to support the children's learning. Children use natural resources to build dens together. They develop excellent social skills and play together exceptionally well. Their behaviour is exemplary. Children enjoy regular outings to the childminder's allotment, where they are physically active, develop gardening skills and learn about nature.

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The provision is good

Children develop strong communication and literacy skills. The childminder reads clearly and in an engaging manner. Children demonstrate their good understanding by retelling the stories in their own words. The childminder uses praise very well to motivate and congratulate children. Children beam with pride when they identify their name cards and sound out the first letters of their names. Children develop high levels of confidence in their abilities. They develop skills to support successful transitions on to the next stage of their education.

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The provision is good

The childminder provides superb support for children's emotional well-being. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the childminder worked closely with the local authority to help her to support children who had experienced limited interactions outside of their family. The childminder plans outings very carefully to build up children's confidence and provides cosy dens to help children to relax.

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need to do better?

n The childminder provides a good range of opportunities for children to draw and practise their early writing skills. Children enjoy writing cards to their families and mixing paints to create colourful artwork, such as firework pictures. They build up strength in their hands to support good stamina for future writing. n The childminder regularly exchanges information about children's learning and care with parents. Children benefit from high levels of continuity in their care routines and their learning. Parents report that they enjoy receiving regular photographs and updates. They praise the childminder for providing a loving and nurturing environment where children feel loved and special. n The childminder and her co-childminder are extremely good role models for children. They consistently treat children respectfully. Children develop excellent manners. For example, they thank the childminders for their meals before they

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get down from the table. n The childminder teaches children extremely well about healthy lifestyles. Children pick raspberries and tomatoes at the allotment to eat, and the childminder explains why they are good for their bodies. Children benefit from daily fresh air and exercise. They build up good appetites and tuck into their

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3 November 2022 nutritious lunches. Children learn to recognise when they are tired and they settle down to sleep quickly. n Children benefit from a strong curriculum that provides high levels of support for their personal, social and emotional development. The childminder provides excellent opportunities for children to learn about diversity. Children enjoy sharing information about what is important in their lives, such as their own cultures and that of others. They understand that they are valued and they develop high levels of confidence. n Partnerships with other early years settings attended by the children are strong. The childminder shares information regularly to help to provide complementary experiences for children. She prepares children very well for the transition on to pre-school or school. For instance, she creates story books for children to help them to explore any worries they may have.

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need to do better?

n The childminder evaluates her provision well. She works closely with her co- childminder and takes into account the views of children and parents when identifying areas for development. The childminder continually develops her professional knowledge and skills and stays up to date with the requirements of her role. She uses training effectively to develop her practice. n Children make good progress across the areas of learning. The childminder observes children and monitors their progress regularly to identify what they know and can do. She provides a wide range of interesting learning experiences. For example, while children play with oats and containers, they practise using the words 'big' and 'small' to develop their mathematical language. However, the childminder does not consistently challenge the most able children during planned activities to extend their overall development to the highest levels.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder risk assesses the learning environment well and she teaches children how to keep themselves safe. For example, the childminder explains that they might slip on the wet path through the allotment and children place pieces of bark on the path to soak up the rainwater. The childminder has a clear understanding of safeguarding issues, including dangers arising from using the internet. She supports children and their parents to understand the risks and how to reduce them. She knows the signs that could indicate that a child is at risk of harm, and she understands how to report any child protection concerns.

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should:

n consistently extend children's learning, particularly during planned activities, to develop their progress to the highest levels.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY482098 Local authority Bristol City of Inspection number 10236501 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 4 Date of previous inspection 24 October 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2014 and lives in the Claybottom area of Bristol. She offers care from Monday to Thursday, from 8am until 4.30pm, all year round. The childminder works with another registered childminder.

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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 provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The childminder joined the inspector on a learning walk and talked to the inspector about her curriculum and what she wants children to learn. n The inspector observed the quality of teaching being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact this was having on children's learning. n The inspector took account of the written views of parents. n Children communicated with the inspector during the inspection. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation.

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Inspection activities

3 November 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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3 November 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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