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 Outstanding

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The provision is outstanding

The childminder and her assistant work hard to form fantastic bonds with the children and their families. They settle the children in at a pace that suits their needs. All children feel safe and secure. They show high levels of confidence as they select their favourite activities and happily engage others in their play. The childminder empowers children to make their own choices. Children use whiteboard pens to put a mark next to the activity they want to do. They count the votes to determine which one they will be doing that day. This creates a positive and inclusive learning environment.

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The provision is outstanding

The childminder has high expectations for children's learning. She emphasises the importance of children having a strong foundation for future learning. The childminder centres her curriculum around the areas of learning. She wants children to foster a love for learning and a curiosity about the world around them. The childminder understands that children are natural explorers. She provides the children with real-world experiences. Children get out in the community daily. They visit shops and playgroups and explore the local woods. The childminder sets the children clear rules, expectations and boundaries. This enables them to play and explore independently in a safe way both outside and in the home.

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n The childminder has expensive knowledge and understanding of how children learn and process knowledge. She blends children's interests, the areas of learning and real-world experiences to create a rich and engaging curriculum. The childminder and her assistant work consistently together. Through interactions and knowing each child individually, they identify any gaps in children's learning. Consequently, children thrive and make excellent progress in all areas. n Children understand the impact food can have on their bodies and overall health. They categorise foods into healthy and unhealthy. Children talk about the impact sugary foods can have on their teeth and the importance of brushing their teeth. The childminder reminds the children to drink water. She highlights the importance of staying hydrated and what will happen if they do not drink enough. During snack time, they talk about the skin on an apple and how it is

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full of fibre to help with bowel movements. n The childminder prioritises children becoming confident communicators. Storytelling, conversations and language-rich experiences are integral to her approach. Children learn new words and their meanings. For example, the children talk about where apples come from. They identify that apples grow on trees. The childminder introduces a new word 'orchard'. She shares with the children that a forest of apple trees is called an orchard. This sparked

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29 February 2024 discussions and questions from the children. The childminder narrates to the toddlers and babies during their play and interactions. She plays phonic games with the older children to enhance their language and literacy skills. n Children begin to develop their emotional well-being and social skills. The childminder and her assistant ensure that children develop empathy, kindness and respect for each other. They help the children to manage conflicts and to recognise when others might not want to play anymore. The childminder and her assistant function as excellent role models. They listen to the children and ensure that the children know their ideas and opinions matter. They offer gentle reminders to the children to reinforce positive behaviour. This creates a harmonious environment where children share their toys and respect the wishes of others. n Parents describe this childminder as dedicated and passionate. They notice their

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children growing in independence and developing strong social skills. The childminder is very inclusive and supportive. She provides the parents with research and activities to help guide them with potty training, behaviour issues or adapting to a new sibling. The childminder collaborates with parents to ensure that the child has the best possible start in life. She conducts regular parents' evenings where she provides feedback to the parents about their child's progress and the next stages of learning. Parents state their children settle quickly in this warm, caring environment. This enables the parents to build a deep sense of trust and respect for the childminder and her vast knowledge. n Children enjoy being physically active. Toddlers develop strong muscles and coordination as they learn to walk over different surfaces. Children count as they jump over circle drains and off low walls. They crouch down in the mud and dig

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using a range of different tools. The childminder provides activities to strengthen children's wrist muscles, such as picking up pom-poms with tweezers and using mud to paint on different surfaces. n The childminder encourages children to explore and discover the awes of nature. She gets children to stop and notice the wonders of what is around them. Children stop and look at water droplets on plants. They examine them closely and poke them with their fingers to see what happens. Children find a worm in the mud. They observe the shape and pointy end. The childminder tells the children facts about worms, which the children repeat to each other. The children find a stick and place it next to the worm. They compare similarities and differences, such as they are both thin and long. This supports children's imagination and an understanding of the world.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

There is an open and positive culture around safeguarding that puts children's interests first.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY542752 Local authority Bristol City of Inspection number 10311763 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 11 Date of previous inspection 9 April 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2017. She works in Totterdown, Bristol. The childminder operates term-time only, from 8am to 5pm, Monday to Friday. She holds an early years qualification at level 6. She works with an assistant, who holds an early years level 3 qualification. The childminder provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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Inspection activities

n This was the childminder's first routine inspection 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 and the childminder completed a learning walk where they 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 spoke with the assistant at appropriate times throughout the inspection and completed a joint observation with the childminder. n The inspector held a meeting with the childminder and her assistant to discuss how they self-evaluate the provision. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as evidence of suitability, paediatric first-aid and safeguarding certificates. n The inspector spoke to a small number of parents during the inspection and took

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account of written testimonials. n Children spoke and engaged with the inspector during the inspection.

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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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