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

The childminder welcomes all children at this inclusive provision. She has a clear vision for her curriculum and what she wants children to learn. There is a key focus on personal, social and emotional development and children's communication and language. 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. Effective partnership with parents and other professionals leads to exemplary support for all children. Children make excellent progress in their learning and development from their starting points.

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The provision is outstanding

The childminder is a highly dedicated practitioner who strives for excellence in everything she offers. She organises her curriculum to enable children the freedom to choose from a wide range of inspirational resources that motivate them to learn and spark their curiosity. Children show very positive attitudes to learning for their age. They persevere with tasks and show delight when they succeed. The childminder is an expert in transforming every opportunity into learning experiences for children. She weaves children's interests and next steps of learning in all she does. All children thrive at this provision.

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The provision is outstanding

The childminder's interactions with the children are of the highest quality. She engages in conversations with them throughout the day. The childminder asks children probing questions to further their learning and support critical thinking. She gives them time to think and respond. Children are very settled. They form strong bonds with the caring childminder. They show a sense of belonging and very high self-esteem. The childminder consistently supports children in understanding and following the expected behaviour. For their age, children's behaviour is excellent.

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need to do better?

n Partnerships 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 an understanding of children's individual needs and interests. She shares ideas with them for continuing children's learning at home. Parent's feedback is exceptionally complimentary. Parents say 'children feel safe, happy and listened to' and 'children develop massively in their language development'. n Children develop strong communication and language skills. The childminder is a highly effective teacher. She knows what children need to learn and targets her support to meet their learning needs. The childminder extends children's communication skills through conversations, singing, careful questioning and

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2 April 2025 books. She narrates their play, models language and introduces children to new words at every opportunity. Children are confident to talk about what they are doing and outings they have with the childminder. They are developing excellent vocabulary. Children use a variety of resources, such as malleable materials and mark-making implements, to develop their dexterity and gain other skills for early literacy. n The childminder supports children's personal social and emotional development exceptionally well. When minor disagreements occur, the childminder explains why the behaviours are not acceptable and offers suitable alternatives. Children display high levels of confidence and independence as they explore their learning environment. They become engrossed when exploring what they see using magnifying glasses. Children are keen to help where they can. They tidy up toys and cut fruit at snack time. Children are proud of their participation. They say

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'look, I cut my banana' and 'I put my boots on'. Children are developing good cooperation skills, respect for their learning environment and self-esteem. n Children have excellent opportunities to develop healthy lifestyles. They use the well-resourced garden daily for fresh air and exercise. The childminder provides children with nutritious snacks, which they thoroughly enjoy. She promotes children's oral health effectively. She teaches them how to keep their teeth healthy in enjoyable ways. For instance, children take great delight in brushing the teeth of dolls they are playing with. The childminder supports children's learning further by having discussions about visits to the dentist. n The childminder provides superb opportunities for children to learn about the wider world and develop their confidence in new situations. She extends the curriculum with a wide range of fascinating and purposeful outings. She takes

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children to museums, the aquarium and childminder groups. The childminder extends children's learning after the visits by recapping on what they learned. n The childminder weaves mathematics into everyday activities. She introduces counting and mathematical language while children play and during small group activities. The childminder teaches children concepts, such as 'more', 'less', 'big', 'medium', 'small'. Children accurately use these in their play. For example, when counting snails in the garden, fruit at snack time and talking about the different doll sizes. They are getting a strong foundation in this area of learning. n The childminder is passionate about her work with children. She is committed to improving her skills and knowledge. The childminder reviews her curriculum and attends training in areas that would benefit the children further. For example, training in the assessment of children's communication and language skills led to

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need to do better?

an in-depth review of children's learning and a tailored curriculum that meets children's individual learning needs.

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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 EY540663 Local authority Bristol City of Inspection number 10388394 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 4 Number of children on roll 4 Date of previous inspection 10 July 2019

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2016 and lives in Bedminster, Bristol. She operates from Monday to Wednesday from 8am till 5pm and from 8am to 4pm on Thursday, during term time only. The childminder holds qualified teacher status.

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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 interactions between the childminder and children.

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Inspection activities

2 April 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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2 April 2025 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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