Childminder in Bristol

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has reflected since her last inspection and improved the risk assessments on her home to ensure it is suitable for children. She has made sure that any items that could be a hazard are out of children's reach. n The childminder can explain how she will provide a curriculum tailored to the needs of the children in her care. She describes how she will assess children's level of development upon starting, identify next steps and plan activities linked to these. n The childminder understands her role and responsibility to safeguard children. She is able to explain the procedure she would follow if she had concerns regarding a child's safety and welfare. She has contact details for external agencies, should she need to make a referral or ask for advice. n The childminder has a good understanding of equality and diversity. She will promote this by taking children on outings and integrating them into their local

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community. Also, by celebrating and discussing differences in people and communities in the world around them. n The childminder shows that she is reflective of her practice. She is a member of various local childminding groups, where updates and ideas are shared. The childminder also accesses online training courses to keep her practice up to date. n The childminder understands the importance of making relationships with parents and communicating with them effectively. She values the importance of working in partnership with them to ensure children feel safe and secure in her care and make good progress in their learning and development. n The childminder explains how she will support children's emotional well-being and tackle any unwanted behaviour, such as through distraction and positive reinforcement. She values the importance of encouraging children to be open with their emotions and talk about these, so she could support children in the

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This provision meets requirements

There were no children in the early years age range present when this inspection took place. The findings in this report are based on evidence gathered from discussions with those who care for the children and an inspection of the premises, equipment and relevant documentation. Where there are no early years children present, no judgement is made on the quality of the early years provision as there is no reliable evidence on which to assess its impact on children. The report states whether the provider continues to meet the requirements of registration.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY489033 Local authority Bristol City of Inspection number 10261074 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 0 Date of previous inspection 6 October 2022

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in May 2016. She lives in Fishponds, Bristol.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector discussed any continued impact of the pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provision. n The inspector checked all areas of the premises used for the purpose of childminding. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder about her knowledge and understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for children and undertake observation, assessment. and planning. n The inspector viewed a range of documentation. n The inspector checked the suitability of the childminder and adults living on the premises.

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28 February 2023 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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28 February 2023 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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