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

Children feel safe and secure with this gentle and caring childminder. Babies snuggle in for a reassuring cuddle before they crawl off to explore the sand tray, and young children tell the childminder excitedly about a party they are looking forward to at home. They become highly independent as they learn to do things for themselves, and they are proud of their achievements. For example, children call out, 'look at me', as they gleefully jump off the blocks and when they manage to use the potty by themselves.

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The provision is good

Children enjoy conversations with the childminder about, for example, how the new kitten can climb. They read books every day with the childminder and look forward to library visits. They learn and use many new words, such as 'pumpkin'. Children independently choose what they want to play with from the wide range of interesting toys and activities. They are enthusiastic and curious learners, looking closely at how a worm moves, for example. They copy it and wriggle themselves.

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The provision is good

Children behave very well. The childminder has high expectations and consistently supports them as they learn to be kind to each other. For example, children say to their friends, 'It's your turn now.' Children enjoy playing with each other. For example, they work together harmoniously as they busily fill and pour water from various containers.

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need to do better?

n The childminder understands how children learn and knows the children she cares for very well. She provides a curriculum based on their interests and what they have already learned. This gives them time to practise their skills and increase their knowledge even further. However, during activities, the childminder does not focus as sharply as possible on what children already know to help her to identify what they need to learn next. For example, when sharing toast, she asks children how many pieces they need but does not always count with them to reinforce their understanding. n The childminder interacts sensitively with children and without interrupting or taking over their ideas. She supports children's language development well. She uses items the children can explore to introduce new words, such as 'wriggle' and 'pumpkin', and asks interesting questions to make children think. She talks clearly so children can hear how to say words correctly.

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need to do better?

n The childminder keeps a close check on children's progress. She targets support for all children, including those who need additional support, to help them catch up. She regularly shares this information, as well as photographs of their children's day, with parents. This helps them to support their children's learning at home. Parents say they are very happy with the care the childminder

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need to do better?

11 October 2023 provides. They comment on the 'warm and nurturing environment' and 'the range of exciting activities'. n Although the childminder works well with parents, she has not yet managed to develop partnerships with the other settings that children attend, to provide a shared approach to children's learning. n Children learn how to keep themselves safe. The childminder uses stories and role play to enhance their understanding. Children have excellent opportunities to manage risk as they learn to use more challenging playground equipment. n Children develop strong personal and social skills, as the childminder pays particular attention to this. She plans regular outings away from home to give children rich experiences. They meet with other adults and children at play sessions and go on trips to the zoo, library, and parks. These opportunities help children gain confidence in unfamiliar social situations.

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need to do better?

n Children learn much about the world around them. They benefit from frequent outings to their local community. Children also learn about the wider world. For example, the childminder has created a role-play travel agents, and children look at pictures and talk about people and animals from different countries. n The childminder promotes children's good health. Children thoroughly enjoy the healthy and nutritious meals that she prepares. They skilfully use cutlery to cut and spread and carefully pour their own water. They learn to manage their personal hygiene by, for example, using the mirror to check they have a clean face. They spend plenty of time outside, climbing, running, balancing and moving in different ways.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder keeps her safeguarding knowledge up to date. She can identify the signs and symptoms of abuse and neglect and understands when children are especially vulnerable. She knows what to do and who to contact if she has a concern about a child. She informs Ofsted of the adults living in her household to ensure they undergo the relevant checks. The childminder uses risk assessments effectively to maintain a safe home and help keep children safe on outings. For instance, she considers how she can safely transport children in her car, including getting them in and out of the vehicle.

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should:

n consider fully what children already know and focus more sharply on what they need to learn next n work in partnership with the other settings that children attend to provide a shared and consistent approach to children's learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2645022 Local authority Bristol City of Inspection number 10305130 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 5 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2021. She lives in the Totterdown area of Bristol. The childminder provides care from 8.30am until 5.30pm, Tuesday to Thursday, all year round. The childminder holds a level 3 qualification in childcare.

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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 childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provision. n The childminder explained to the inspector how she plans her curriculum. She described what she wants the children to learn and how she helps them achieve this. n The inspector and childminder jointly observed children engaged in an activity in the garden and discussed what the children were learning. n The inspector played and spoke with children at appropriate times throughout the inspection. n The inspector observed the quality of care and education during activities, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact this has on children's learning and well-being. n Parents shared their views about the childminder's provision, and the inspector took these into account.

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n The inspector sampled relevant documentation, such as evidence of training and children's records.

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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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Inspection activities

11 October 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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