Little Bambini's

Report for childcare on domestic premises

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This provision meets requirements

n The premises are safe and secure. Children are cared for within the home and purpose-built cabin at the bottom of the large spacious garden. Effective risk assessments ensure resources and the garden are safe to use. n The provider, through discussions, demonstrated she understands the seven areas of learning. She is aware of the three prime areas of learning and uses non-statutory guidance to support her to assess children's progress in learning. The provider was able to discuss how they incorporate specific areas of learning. For example, through cooking activities they introduce mathematical concepts, such as half or a quarter. n The provider showed the inspector the documentation they use with their assistants to ensure the curriculum is delivered effectively. The provider was able to talk with the inspector to explain how she looks at the intent of the activity and what she wants children to learn. She monitors how she, and her assistants,

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implement the activity and evaluate how well it went. She explained how this helps her to ensure that the quality of teaching is good. n Equality and diversity is promoted through the provider teaching children about the British values of respect and tolerance. The provider explained how she plans and takes children on outings so they learn about the different communities around them. The provider explained their strategies for managing children's behaviour. She uses positive reinforcement and talks to the children about the high expectations she has for them. n The provider was able to demonstrate effective systems she has implemented to ensure the suitability of any assistants. For example, it is mandatory that all assistant's complete level 3 training in safeguarding and hold an appropriate first aid qualification. n Through discussions, the provider was able to demonstrate they have a robust knowledge about safeguarding and know the local thresholds and how to report

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This provision meets requirements

concerns about children in their care. The provider also keeps the appropriate documentation for the safe and efficient management of the setting. n The provider understands the importance of building good relationships with parents. She demonstrated how she shares information with them using an online application tool. In addition, the provider says she has an open-door policy and parents are welcome at any time.

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This provision meets requirements

There were no children in the early years age range present when this inspection took place. The findings in this report are based on evidence gathered from discussions with those who care for the children and an inspection of the premises, equipment and relevant documentation. Where there are no early years children present, no judgement is made on the quality of the early years provision as there is no reliable evidence on which to assess its impact on children. The report states whether the provider continues to meet the requirements of registration.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2613277 Local authority Birmingham Inspection number 10304598 Type of provision Childcare on domestic premises

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Full day care

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inspection

Total number of places 11 Number of children on roll 3

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reference number

Date of previous inspection 28 June 2023

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Information about this early years setting

Little Bambini's registered in 2020 and is situated in the Harborne area of Birmingham. The setting operates as childcare on domestic premises and is open all year round, from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for family holidays. The manager holds a childcare qualification at level 3 and works with qualified and unqualified assistants. The setting offers funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector discussed any continued impact of the pandemic with the provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The inspector viewed the provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The provider and the inspector discussed how the provider organises their early years provision, including the aims and rationale for their EYFS curriculum. n The inspector spoke with the provider about the leadership and management of the setting. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation and reviewed evidence of the suitability of staff working at the setting.

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Inspection activities

8 December 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

8 December 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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