Childminder in Bristol

Overall effectiveness Outstanding

The quality of education Outstanding Behaviour and attitudes Outstanding Personal development Outstanding Leadership and management Outstanding Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Not applicable

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The provision is outstanding

Children thrive in the care of this passionate and dedicated childminder and her assistant. They are incredibly attentive to children's individual needs. They seek to give children the skills they need for life. Children's well-being is paramount. The childminder encourages children to develop their personality. Even from a very young age, children have the chance to make choices. For example, they choose a coloured towel and a coloured cup to use for the day.

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The provision is outstanding

Children's behaviour is exemplary. They play harmoniously alongside others and share toys with ease. The childminder treats children with the highest level of respect. For example, she gives them time to finish the book they are reading before she changes their nappy. The childminder and her assistant are excellent role models. They frequently encourage children to say please and thank you.

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The provision is outstanding

Children are exceptionally happy and full of enthusiasm. Their attitudes to learning are amazing. Younger children show delight when they join a group activity. They cooperate with the older children and learn how to be confident members of a bigger group. This prepares them for the next stage of their education. Children listen carefully to the childminder's instructions. Older children maintain high levels of concentration and excitement. They comment with pride on the crafts they create. Children are confident and curious learners. They share their interests with visitors to the setting. They offer pretend food which they prepare in the kitchen corner and show favourite books to the inspector.

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n The childminder constructs an ambitious and inclusive curriculum for all children. The childminder and her assistant complete detailed assessments of children's development and share them with parents. n The childminder makes the most of all opportunities to teach children. She expertly introduces numbers into everyday tasks. For example, she encourages children to count the pieces of fruit they have chopped for snack. n The childminder and her assistant brilliantly enhance children's vocabulary. They model language and repeat words. They extend younger children's speech by teaching new words through books. The childminder reads stories to the younger children in an effective way, which helps them to memorise single words and use them during play. The childminder has numerous conversations with the older children. This helps them to be articulate and become confident communicators. n The childminder offers various opportunities for children to develop their

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physical skills and build their core strength. The childminder and her assistant guide children to take assessed risks and learn to balance. For instance, they

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7 December 2022 practise climbing on a tree in the garden. There are two different slides for children to try depending on their age and ability. n Children demonstrate high levels of excitement when they attend weekly music sessions. They practise singing familiar songs by using puppets or toy animals. They imitate sounds and develop an understanding of sign language related to animals. Children have the chance to express themselves in different ways. They make their own music, using musical instruments available, and move rhythmically. n Children explore different cultures and develop an understanding of everyone being unique. The childminder provides a reading corner with a range of books related to diversity. Children enjoy listening to music from different countries during lunchtime. n Children enjoy visiting points of local interest and getting to know the local community. They also develop a great love for the natural environment. The

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childminder and her assistant teach them how to look after animals. Children have a strong interest in birds. They build their own birdfeeders from cardboard and spread peanut butter and seeds on them. n Parents are very happy with the outstanding standards of care and learning their children receive. They comment on the extensive information they receive about their children's development. Children's learning continues at home, as parents use various activities and ideas that the childminder suggests. n Children show high levels of age-appropriate independence. They learn to do tasks and take responsibility. For example, they help to tidy up their toys after play. From a very early age, children learn to look after themselves. The childminder urges children to find tissues to clean their noses. Then, they dispose of them in the rubbish bin and wash their hands. n The childminder is highly motivated to continue improving both her own and her

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assistant's practice. They work incredibly well as a team. They constantly reflect on the needs of the children in their care and undertake continual professional development.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

Children's welfare is paramount and central to the childminder's and her assistant's practice. They are fully aware of their responsibilities to safeguard children and protect their welfare. The childminder has an excellent understanding of the signs that may indicate a child is being abused or at risk of suffering harm. This includes wider safeguarding issues, such as female genital mutilation. The childminder knows exactly when and to who to report any concerns she may have about a child's well-being. The childminder ensures that her assistant keeps her safeguarding knowledge updated. The childminder's assistant knows what to do if she has any concerns regarding a child or who to contact if she has a concern about the childminder.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2599635 Local authority Bristol City of Inspection number 10251533 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 0 Number of children on roll 12 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder was registered in 2020. She lives in Southville, Bristol. The childminder can take and collect children from local schools and pre-schools. The childminder operates between 8am to 6pm, from Monday to Thursday, all year round. The childminder employs two assistants. One of the assistants supports her on a daily basis.

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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 and the inspector completed a learning discussion together to discuss the childminder's intentions for children's learning. n The inspector talked to the childminder's assistant at appropriate times during the inspection and took account of her view. n The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact that this was having on children's learning. n The inspector observed interactions between the childminder, her assistant and the children. n The inspector carried out a joint observation of a group activity the assistant delivered with the childminder. n The inspector spoke to several parents during the inspection and took account of

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their views. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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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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