Pullman Julie

Overall effectiveness Good

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

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The provision is good

Children are happy in the childminder's welcoming home. With her friendly, kind and caring personality, she establishes strong bonds with the children, helping them to feel confident and secure in her care. Children confidently approach the inspector to share resources and engage them in their play.

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The provision is good

Children have access to a wide range of interesting resources and exciting activities. By getting to know each child well, the childminder plans activities that follow children's individual interests, inspiring them to learn and grow. The childminder takes into account each child's age and ability when targeting her learning opportunities, helping them to make good progress. For example, the childminder encourages the children to join in various creative activities that enable them to practise holding writing tools and develop their fine motor skills. Children keep themselves busy by constructing imaginative models using magnetic tiles, enhancing their problem-solving skills as they concentrate on building and arranging their creations. They also learn to work independently and fulfil their play ideas without support. Older babies practise their cognitive abilities by exploring busy boards, figuring out how to open and close simple locks by themselves.

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The provision is good

Children demonstrate positive behaviour by attentively listening to the childminder's instructions and following them respectfully. In turn, the childminder praises children for their achievements and models how to treat others with kindness and respect.

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n The childminder fosters an environment where the children can develop their language skills, feel confident expressing themselves and engage in meaningful conversations. She creates a variety of activities and learning experiences to support the children's communication skills. The childminder implements various learning approaches, such as singing, using sign language and story bags with props. These approaches cater to the different ages of the children and further enhance their speech development. n Children in the childminder's care develop strong independence skills through various activities and tasks. For instance, they assist the childminder with tasks, such as feeding the fish in the fish tank. Older children take ownership of their snack time by getting their own chair for the table and peeling their fruit independently. Even the older babies in the group explore their independence through play. They have the freedom to choose their own activities and achieve

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small targets, such as standing next to a play table without support. n The childminder promotes the children's knowledge and understanding of the local community through regular outings to nearby parks and natural areas.

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3 May 2023 These trips provide opportunities for the children to explore their environment, practise their physical skills and discover new things. The childminder also plans engaging activities, such as making bird feeders and planting seeds, teaching the children about plant growth and the importance of caring for the natural world. n The childminder has developed a deep understanding of the children and their families. She maintains open communication with parents on a daily basis, gathering insights into the children's likes and interests at home. The childminder also observes the children closely to see what they know and can do. However, the childminder has not yet established a strong relationship with other settings children attend to share information regarding their progress. n The childminder provides a range of resources that prepare the children for their future learning. She skilfully promotes counting during play and daily tasks,

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using chunky cardboard numbers and a number matching game. With the childminder's support, children practise their letter recognition by spreading big alphabet letters on the carpet. They also develop their writing skills by using sketch boards with pens and chalks to create marks. n Parent feedback is positive. Parents report that they are confident in the care and education their children receive. They say that the childminder is highly reliable, responsible and trustworthy. n The childminder regularly reflects on her practice, seeking to improve children's care and learning. She stays up to date with changes through training and seeks feedback from other professionals and parents to evaluate the quality of her service.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a strong understanding of the signs and symptoms that might indicate that a child is at risk of abuse. She understands the local safeguarding partnership's procedures for reporting concerns about children's welfare and potential allegations made about her practice. The childminder has good safeguarding knowledge on wider safeguarding issues, such as female genital mutilation. The childminder uses risk assessments effectively to help keep children safe from harm. The setting is safe and secure.

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should:

n build a stronger relationship with other settings children attend to share useful information about children's learning and development.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 106625 Local authority Bristol City of Inspection number 10285343 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 4 Date of previous inspection 3 October 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1997. She lives in the Eastville area of Bristol. The childminding service operates on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, from 8am to 4pm, all year round.

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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 spoke to the inspector about their intentions for children's learning. n The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and the children. 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 Parents shared their views of the childminder with the inspector. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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Inspection activities

3 May 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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