Champion, Hazel

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 has a clear vision for her curriculum. She offers all children the best foundation in their education. Exceptional partnership with parents and other professionals leads to exemplary support for all children. The childminder diligently monitors children's learning to ensure that any gaps in their development are quickly addressed. She plans children's learning to firmly build on what they know and can do. Children make exceptional progress from their starting points. The childminder applies for additional funding when required to help children to get the support and help that they need.

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The provision is outstanding

The childminder is a highly dedicated practitioner who strives for excellence in everything she offers. She plans an exceptionally broad curriculum to provide stimulating and creative experiences for the children. Children visit parks, libraries, local childminding groups and learning hubs in the community to support their overall development. All children flourish at this childminder's setting. They show incredibly positive attitudes to learning. They show concentration and determination when engaged in self-chosen tasks or taking part in group activities. They persevere with tasks and show delight when they succeed. They say, 'I did the counting,' and 'Look at my drawing.' The childminder regularly praises children. They gain remarkably high levels of confidence and self-esteem.

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The provision is outstanding

Children form secure attachments with the exceptionally warm and caring childminder. Children are extremely settled. Children learn about kindness and respect for each other through the childminder's excellent role modelling. The childminder consistently supports children in understanding and following the expected behaviour. For their age, children show excellent behaviour and respect for others.

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need to do better?

n Partnership with parents is central to the childminder's practice. The childminder knows the children and their families extremely well. She offers support and guidance to children's families about every aspect of their child's education. The childminder works closely with parents to gain a deeper understanding of children's individual needs and interests. Parent's feedback is exceptionally complimentary. They say, 'The childminder tunes in with the children and provides activities children enjoy,' and 'Children develop massively in their language development'. n The childminder supports children's communication and language skills superbly. She is skilled at extending their communication through conversations, singing, careful questioning and books. The childminder brings stories to life by adapting her tone to support excellent concentration skills. Children confidently talk about

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need to do better?

15 January 2025 the illustrations and make predictions of what will come next. Children are developing excellent vocabulary, listening skills, a love for books and gaining sound knowledge of storylines. Children use a variety of resources, such as malleable materials and mark-making implements, to develop their dexterity and gain the other skills for early literacy. n The childminder supports children's personal social and emotional development exceptionally well. When minor disagreements occur, the childminder calmly explains why the behaviours are not acceptable and offers suitable alternatives. Children are kind. They share, take turns and help each other. Children participate in everything that takes place in the setting. They are keen to help where they can. For example, they tidy up toys, clean the table at snack time and hand out drinks. Children are proud of their participation. They say, 'I cleaned the table well. It is now ready for snacks.' These effective practices

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promote cooperation, respect and high self-esteem. n The childminder effortlessly weaves mathematics into everyday activities. She skilfully engages children in well-planned group activities to encourage listening, concentration and cooperation. Children accurately use mathematical language in their play. They successfully use their knowledge of numbers and shapes when completing puzzles or engaging in counting activities. Children are developing an excellent understanding of early mathematical concepts. n The childminder provides superb opportunities for children to learn about the wider world. She expertly extends the curriculum with a wide range of fascinating and purposeful outings. Children meet different people and learn about similarities and differences between themselves and others in a meaningful way. The childminder is passionate about teaching children about tolerance and acceptance of each other.

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need to do better?

n The childminder provides excellent opportunities for children to develop healthy lifestyles. They have daily outings to the local area to provide them with fresh air and to further develop their physical skills. Children are learning good hygiene practices. The childminder talks to the children about oral hygiene and healthy eating. Children say, 'Look, I am big and strong because I eat good food and drink water.' n The childminder evaluates her services extremely well. She is passionate about continuously developing her practices to serve all children to a high standard. The childminder meticulously reviews her curriculum and attends training in areas that would benefit the children further. For example, training on enabling environments led to a review of her provision. This results in children having a stimulating and welcoming learning environment that allows them to lead their play and further facilitates independence and confidence.

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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 interest first.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 132795 Local authority Bath and North East Somerset Council Inspection number 10376256 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 22 May 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1999. She lives in Peasedown St John, near Bath. The childminder provides care from Monday to Friday, from 8am to 6pm, for most of the year. The childminder provides funded early education for children.

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Inspection activities

n The childminder spoke to the inspector about how she plans and delivers her curriculum. n The inspector observed the quality of care and education being provided and assessed the impact that this was having on children's learning. n Parents shared their written views on the childminder's setting with the inspector. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how she ensures that they are safe and suitable. n The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and children.

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Inspection activities

15 January 2025 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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