Childminder in Bristol

Overall effectiveness Good

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

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The provision is good

This friendly, nurturing childminder provides the children with a home-from-home environment. Children show they feel safe and secure as they happily choose what they want to play with. They engage well with each other and visitors. The childminder builds children's confidence and self-esteem through meaningful praise. She celebrates their achievements, which develops their positive attitude to learning.

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The provision is good

The childminder has clear intentions for children's learning. She focuses on developing children's language and social skills. Children enjoy listening to familiar stories and joining in with nursery rhymes. The childminder provides a language- rich environment. She engages with the children during their play and introduces new words. For example, while looking at a bug book, young children repeat words read by the childminder, such as caterpillar, slug and dragonfly, while looking at the pictures. They count the bug's legs and recognise the different sizes. This enhances children's vocabulary and develops their early mathematical skills.

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The provision is good

The children benefit from getting out in the community. They visit the local library and playgroups with the childminder, where they strengthen their social skills and form new friendships. The childminder takes the children to nearby attractions, such as The Wild Place Project. She teaches them about road safety and the importance of listening when out and about. Children develop their confidence in new places and gain a wide range of experiences.

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need to do better?

n The childminder has created a curriculum that builds on what children already know and can do. She identifies the children's next steps and, through interactions, supports them to achieve their learning goals. This means children show clear progress from their starting points. n The childminder knows the children's next steps well. She is aware of their interests and what they enjoy doing at home, such as climbing. She takes the children for walks to the local park, and they visit soft play centres where they can be physically active. However, the childminder does not provide the children with more frequent opportunities to physically challenge themselves in a safe way when in her home. This means, at times, children climb on and over garden furniture. n The childminder is passionate about the children in her care. She continuously reflects on her provision and makes changes where needed. The childminder

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need to do better?

researches different approaches and has begun to provide children with natural resources and materials. The childminder has noticed the impact this has had on the children's imagination and creativity. She has plans to complete an

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need to do better?

14 September 2023 accreditation to support her to further enhance her provision. n Parents speak highly of the childminder. They receive detailed feedback on their child's development and next stages of learning. The childminder provides a wide range of support and guidance with potty training, fussy eating and sleep issues. She sends the parents regular photos of the activities and experiences they have enjoyed. Parents have noticed a clear progression in their children's confidence and communication skills. They state that they are happy with the care their children receive. n The childminder focuses on supporting children with English as an additional language. She gains key words from her parents, which she uses daily with the children. The children sing nursery rhymes and stories in their home language. Children learn about each other's similarities and differences. They celebrate different events, such as Chinese New Year. This supports the children to gain

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need to do better?

an understanding and respect for different cultures and beliefs. n Children develop strong social skills. The childminder supports the children in sharing their resources and understanding how their actions impact others. She encourages the children to be kind to each other and to use their manners. The childminder encourages the children to tidy away their toys before lunch. However, she does not consistently reinforce the boundaries and routines of her home. This means children do not always listen and follow her instructions, such as tidying away their toys or remaining seated when eating.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a secure understanding of child protection and welfare procedures. She is able to identify signs and symptoms of abuse, including domestic abuse. The childminder knows the importance of recording and reporting any concerns about a child. She is clear on what to do if an allegation is made against her or a member of her family. The childminder attends regular safeguarding training to ensure she keeps her knowledge up to date with any local welfare concerns in her area. The childminder takes measures to keep children safe when out in the community. She teaches them how to stay safe when on outings.

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should:

n provide more opportunities that physically challenge children and encourage them to take appropriate risks n reinforce clear routines and boundaries to strengthen children's understanding of what is expected of them.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2648541 Local authority Bristol City of Inspection number 10308666 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 3 Number of children on roll 5 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered with Ofsted in 2021 and lives in Stoke Gifford, Bristol. The childminder operates Tuesdays and Wednesdays 8am to 6pm, and 8am to 4.30pm on Thursdays, all year round.

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Inspection activities

n This was the provider's first routine inspection. 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 and the childminder completed a learning walk and discussed the provision and the curriculum. n The inspector observed the quality of teaching during both indoor and outdoor play, and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector completed a joint observation with the childminder. n The inspector held a meeting with the childminder to discuss how they self- evaluate the provision. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as evidence of the suitability, paediatric first-aid certificate, and children's attendance registers. n The inspector took account of written testimonials from parents. n Children spoke to and engaged with the inspector during the inspection.

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Inspection activities

14 September 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

14 September 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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