Childminder in South Gloucestershire

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

The childminder makes children feel welcome, and has a caring and very friendly manner. Children are eager to enter her home and separate happily from their parents on arrival. They form close and beneficial relationships with the childminder. Young children enjoy a cuddle with her when they are feeling tired, and they seek her out to share their achievements or invite her into their play. They confidently select resources or ask her for things they want. The childminder attentively supports children's care needs, thoughtfully ensuring their well-being remains at high levels.

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The provision is good

The childminder focuses on developing children's skills, and plans activities and support to help them to progress. She knows the children well. She focuses on their interests and life experiences to extend their knowledge and skills. For example, she has interesting boards which she brings down to children's level to encourage discussion. Children enjoy seeing pictures of their parents and are fascinated to talk about their different occupations. The childminder asks carefully phrased questions to encourage their thinking, and explains things to children to help their understanding. Children develop their early conversation skills and learn new words. They learn to appreciate what makes them unique and about differences between themselves and others in a positive way, building their understanding of the world very well.

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need to do better?

n The childminder shows dedication to children and families. She works closely with another local childminder and has links with local authority advisers to gain new ideas and keep up with changes to regulations, to enhance her provision. The childminder undertakes training and research focused on the changing needs of children, to help develop her teaching and support in specific targeted areas. n The childminder is experienced and understands how children learn. She undertakes observations of children as they play to assess their development. She leads focused meetings with parents to discuss and make plans to close any gaps in children's learning. They value her advice. They work together to ensure there is a consistent approach to the support that children receive. n The childminder teaches young children to appreciate the needs of others, and to develop their independence and sense of responsibility. She patiently offers

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explanations and timely support. Young children proudly cut up their fruit at snack time and help tidy away the toys. They learn to manage their emotions, share resources and begin to enjoy being with other children. n Children enjoy books and stories. They snuggle on the sofa with the childminder, listening intently. They show their knowledge as they join in with repeated

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need to do better?

27 June 2023 refrains. Children show confidence as they act out different animals in a song and ask for their preferred animal. n The childminder inspires children to be active and enjoy being outside in the fresh air. Children giggle as they run around on the grass chasing bubbles and develop their coordination and strength. The childminder also takes them out to nearby parks to challenge their skills on different equipment. Children learn about nature as they look for the spider that hides in the pipe and talk about his web. They water seeds they have sown and are pleased to see their sunflowers growing. n Parents praise the many interesting and exciting outings that the childminder takes the children on. She develops their confidence in new situations and their understanding of the world very well. She takes them on trips to the library, local shops, museums, and animal parks. Children build their social skills on

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visits to local groups, where they can meet and mix with other children. The childminder uses her useful photograph boards to discuss possible outings, bringing children into the decision-making process. Children also enjoy looking at photographs of places they have previously visited helping develop their memory and recall. n The childminder outlines what each child needs to learn next and focuses her planned activities and support on the next steps in children's learning. However, she occasionally does not ensure that children consistently apply themselves to tasks and persevere with suitably challenging skills. This means that sometimes children's learning does not always develop as much as it could.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder is confident in her knowledge of any issues that may affect children's welfare and the action she would take. She keeps this up to date through regular training. The childminder keeps her home clean and well maintained. She ensures that the toys and resources are in good condition and appropriate for the ages of the children. She checks her home thoroughly and supervises children closely. She gives them reminders on safe practices, such as helping them negotiate the steep steps in her garden. She has clear procedures to promote children's safety when out of her home, such as on walks and bus journeys, and teaches children road safety awareness.

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should:

n make the most of opportunities to help children apply themselves to tasks and encourage their perseverance and skills as much as possible.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY491908 Local authority South Gloucestershire Inspection number 10298799 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 9 Date of previous inspection 8 January 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2015 and lives in Mangotsfield, near Bristol. She operates 8am to 6pm, Tuesday to Thursday, all year round except for family holidays. The childminder is in receipt of early education funding for children aged three years.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection of the setting 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 provision. 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. n The inspector observed the children and the childminder and spoke with them at appropriate times during the inspection. n Parents shared their views of the childminder's provision with the inspector. n Relevant documentation was reviewed by the inspector including suitability checks and paediatric first-aid qualifications, and the childminder discussed her procedures for safeguarding the children.

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Inspection activities

27 June 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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Inspection activities

27 June 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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