Childminder in Bristol

Overall effectiveness Outstanding

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

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The provision is outstanding

Children flourish in the care of this nurturing childminder. Her highly effective and loving practice supports their emotional security exceptionally well and they form strong bonds with her. Children take part in a rich variety of experiences that help them gain an understanding and respect for others, such as helping to decorate a community Christmas tree. Children are sociable, full of confidence and utterly absorbed in their play. They chatter and sing to themselves as they play and have fun making up nonsense rhymes. They are curious to explore and discover how things work. Older children share in the delight of younger children as they show them how magnets work.

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The provision is outstanding

Children play harmoniously. They help each other and take turns. The childminder is an outstanding role model and offers excellent support to help young children gain these social skills quickly. She cherishes their uniqueness and develops their characters, for example as they learn to be patient and to use 'kind hands and words'. Children behave extremely well. The childminder has high expectations for all children. She encourages children to freely explore while adapting her first-class teaching to build each child's knowledge and skills. For example, older children follow a recipe card to make dough, while younger children master spraying water into the flour. She allows time to practise and consolidate their learning before moving on. This gives them an excellent base for their future learning.

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need to do better?

n The childminder has devised a structured and ambitious curriculum that aims to ensure every child achieves their potential. She uses her expert knowledge to plan for and support each child's learning. She knows children exceptionally well, starting with a home visit and continuing to share information daily with parents. She quickly spots any gaps in children's learning and targets support so they rapidly catch up. She does not leave any child's development to chance. n Children love sitting with the childminder to enjoy nutritious meals that they have helped to prepare. 'I love this,' they say as they ask for second helpings. The childminder makes sure they develop the skills they need to enjoy playing actively. For example, with her encouragement, children practise balancing and moving in different ways, until they have the coordination to confidently climb higher. She prepares them very well to lead healthy lives in the future.

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n The childminder prioritises making children feel secure and loved. She gives them her undivided attention and time to think and speak. She is very tuned into children's body language. For instance, she asks toddlers, 'What are you showing me?' She teaches children to listen to each other and to be aware of others' feelings. She is respectful of children's ideas so that they know their views are valued. This builds their self-esteem and makes them extremely

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21 November 2023 confident to express themselves. n Children's language development is exceptionally good, including bilingual children. They become fluent speakers with impressive vocabularies. The childminder engages them in interesting conversations. She introduces children to unfamiliar ideas and words before they encounter new experiences. For example, before planting sunflower seeds, they look at pictures, read stories and visit the garden centre, so they can get the most from the activity. n Children develop a real love of books. There is a wide range of books, some in children's home languages, in every room, which children of all ages frequently choose. They cuddle up with the childminder or enjoy looking at them on their own. They use props and toy characters to act out familiar stories, using words and songs they have learned. n Parents highly praise the childminder. They comment on the 'secure, stimulating

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and nurturing environment' and the 'incredible opportunities' the childminder provides. They appreciate how she values and uses children's home languages and how she has taken special care to build children's confidence, especially after the pandemic. They are grateful for her expert advice to help them support their children's development at home, which significantly benefits children's learning. n The childminder plays a lead role in the childminding community, acting as a mentor. She regularly meets with other professionals, sharing skills and expertise. She continually strives to improve her already outstanding practice. For example, since her last inspection, she has completed a master's degree. This has enabled her to encourage children's creativity and use role play highly effectively, especially to develop children's social skills, such as exploring different emotions.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a secure understanding of her role in helping to keep children safe and well. She is alert to the signs that a child may be at risk of harm or neglect and understands that, 'It could happen here.' She has completed advanced safeguarding training and ensures her knowledge is up to date, including about local safeguarding issues. She knows how to report concerns and keeps current contact details of the relevant agencies to hand. She informs Ofsted of adults living in her home to ensure the relevant checks are carried out. She assesses and minimises risks effectively in her home and when she takes children out to keep them safe.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY493934 Local authority Bristol City of Inspection number 10308513 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 6 March 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2015. She lives in Ashton Vale, Bristol. She cares for children Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday between 8am and 5pm, all year round. She holds a degree in education and a master's degree in early years.

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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 childminder. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about her intentions for children's learning. n The childminder and the inspector jointly observed an activity. They discussed how the childminder implements the curriculum and the impact that this had on children's learning. n The inspector observed the quality of education that the childminder provides, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact that this is having on children's learning. n The inspector looked at all areas of the home used for childminding. She observed care routines and the interactions between the childminder and children. She sampled relevant documents. n Parents left written comments for the inspector, which she took into account.

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Inspection activities

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

21 November 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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