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 Good

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The provision is good

Children flourish in the care of this experienced and knowledgeable childminder. She provides a broad curriculum designed to promote independence. Children are aware of the routines in the setting and enjoy helping with simple tasks. They relish helping to get the table ready for mealtimes and carefully tidy away toys. The childminder uses children's curiosity to skilfully build on what they already know as part of a varied set of interesting experiences. For instance, she helps children to learn to solve problems as they fit large wooden blocks together. The childminder regularly assesses children's progress towards their next steps. She recognises when children have special educational needs and/or disabilities and puts in place specific support for these children. She works well with other settings that children attend to ensure continuity of care.

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The provision is good

Children develop a love of books. They select books independently and carefully turn the pages. The childminder supports them to read the words and tell stories about the pictures, helping to develop their language skills. She encourages children to develop their early writing skills. Toddlers concentrate as they hold pens and practise making marks using lines and shapes. The childminder skilfully supports them to extend their play, such as by supporting them to draw around their hands and feet. Children are happy and are excited by their learning.

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need to do better?

n The childminder puts in place a rich and ambitious curriculum. Children learn about a wide variety of topics linked to their interests. For example, older babies and toddlers learn about different animals that can be found on a farm. Children become engrossed in activities linked to their learning and focus for long periods of time. n The childminder develops children's vocabulary very well. She frequently introduces new words to children as they play or share a book. Children learn words that are ambitious for their age and stage of development. For instance, she introduces toddlers to the word 'toggle' when looking at a coat. n The childminder talks to the children as they play. Although she uses questioning to deepen children's understanding of the world around them, she does not always give them enough time to think and respond to her questions before she moves the discussion on. This can be frustrating for the children, who do not

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have the time to share their own thoughts and ideas. n Children develop a love of music and songs. The childminder sings regularly to children and makes links to their play. Babies and toddlers listen with delight and take turns to choose songs. However, during group singing times, the childminder does not ensure the children are ready, and they are unable to participate fully. For example, older babies may still be eating or remain in their

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17 September 2024 high chairs and so cannot take part in action rhymes. n Children make good progress in their physical development. The childminder encourages the children to develop the small muscles in their hands to support them to be ready for early writing. Older babies learn to pick up pebbles by skilfully using large tweezers and develop their coordination as they move them into containers. n Relationships between the childminder and the children are warm and caring. Children frequently cuddle into the childminder as they play. The childminder ensures there is a robust settling-in process for new children. She works well in partnership with parents to ensure that children's needs are securely met. Parents comment on the good-quality care and attention the childminder provides their children. n Behaviour is good. The childminder ensures that children are aware of their feelings and supports them in regulating their behaviour. She praises children for

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making positive choices and sharing their toys. Children consistently demonstrate positive attitudes to their learning. n The childminder works well with other professionals. She regularly reviews her practice and organises meetings with her co-childminders to ensure they share information effectively. The childminder takes part in regular training to keep her knowledge up to date. For example, she has taken part in a programme called 'five to thrive', which has impacted positively on her practice. She reflects on how she is now even more aware of how children feeling safe and settled helps them to thrive in their learning.

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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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should:

n allow children more time to process questions and to respond, to develop their thinking and contribute to conversations n ensure all children are able to fully participate in group activities, especially during singing and music sessions.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY374138 Local authority Bristol City of Inspection number 10354855 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 9 Date of previous inspection 8 November 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2008. She works with co-childminders to provide childcare from her home in the Knowle area of Bristol. She offers care on Mondays from 8.15am until 5.30pm, all year round. She also provides before- and after- school care from Mondays to Thursdays. The childminder holds early years professional status. She receives funding to provide free early years education.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector viewed the provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The childminder and the inspector discussed how the childminder organises their early years provision, including the aims and rationale for their early years foundation stage curriculum. n Children spoke to and communicated with the inspector during the inspection. n The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact that this was having on children's learning. n Parents shared their views of the setting with the inspector. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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Inspection activities

17 September 2024 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

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