Childminder 136382

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

Children thrive in the care of the knowledgeable and nurturing childminder. She has high aspirations for every child, and her exceptional teaching enables children to make rapid progress. Before children start, the childminder visits them at home. She builds trusting relationships with parents and gains valuable insights into children's needs and interests. She uses this information to tailor her provision and plan meaningful next steps. As a result, children settle quickly, demonstrate that they feel safe and are confident to learn. The childminder is vigilant in recognising where children need extra help and responds swiftly. She implements targeted support without delay, and, where necessary, makes timely referrals to other agencies. This promotes the very best outcomes for every child.

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The provision is outstanding

The childminder's ambitious curriculum is full of high-quality learning experiences. Her skilled interactions consistently promote learning and engagement. Children experiment with bubble wands, and the childminder models contextual language alongside them. For instance, toddlers learn and say words such as 'blow' and 'sky'. Children explore natural materials, shaking containers of corks and pebbles. Together with the childminder, they listen to the sounds, learning about the difference between loud and quiet. When children examine shells, the childminder deepens their learning by comparing and discussing texture. She reinforces children's learning, such as helping them to recall previous zoo visits as they explore toy animals.

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The provision is outstanding

Children develop independence from a young age. For example, babies persevere when peeling fruit, while older children prepare sandwiches and use cutlery confidently. The childminder is highly attuned to children's needs, knowing when to step back and when to offer support. Her clear learning intentions set strong foundations for children's learning. These include strengthening arms for early writing and building facial muscles for speech development.

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need to do better?

n The childminder successfully engages parents in their child's learning and development. She maintains ongoing dialogue with them, which contributes to the excellent progress children make. For instance, parents are periodically invited to share their observations of children at home. This contributes to identifying precise next steps in learning. She shares with parents guidance on a range of issues, including internet safety and toilet training. The childminder lends resources to parents to continue children's learning at home. This is all well received by parents, who report how impressed they are with her support. n The childminder provides a wealth of experiences for children to experience the world around them. The childminder uses her own conservation expertise to

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8 September 2025 teach them about nature and introduces them to life outside of their village during trips to the city. Children learn about different cultures, for example, while visiting mosques and discussing different family structures with the childminder. Through these meaningful experiences, children learn about themselves and the lives of others. n From a young age, children learn mathematical concepts. The childminder expertly weaves these through daily routines. As children prepare toast, they count the pieces they cut and talk about shapes. Toddlers articulate their knowledge using shape names such as 'circle' and 'rectangle'. n The childminder differentiates her teaching well according to children's stage of learning. For instance, during story time, she promotes vocabulary and literacy to babies and toddlers using a multi-sensory approach. The childminder incorporates tangible objects alongside stories, such as acorns to teach children

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about trees. Children become confident communicators. n Children learn about keeping themselves healthy. As children wash their hands, the childminder talks to them about washing germs away before eating. She talks to children about healthy foods, and children grow vegetables to eat. The childminder promotes children's oral hygiene. She uses health service resources to teach teeth cleaning and shares guidance with parents. n The childminder is an exemplary role model. She consistently demonstrates respect and promotes positive behaviour. The childminder addresses children courteously and models appropriate manners. Children adopt these from a young age. For instance, toddlers use expressions such as 'please' and 'thank you'. Children rapidly acquire skills in turn taking. For example, when children use the slide, the childminder gently explains the needs of others. She redirects toddlers to alternative activities, ensuring that babies have time to climb at their

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own pace. Toddlers respond well to her approach and are developing empathy for others. n The childminder is committed to providing the best possible care and education for children. She meticulously evaluates her provision, identifying areas to enhance. For instance, she has attended training to deepen her understanding of how children acquire speech and language. This has had a strong impact on the progress children make in their communication and language skills, helping them to become confident communicators.

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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 136382 Local authority South Gloucestershire Inspection number 10407429 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 3 Date of previous inspection 8 January 2020

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1996. She lives in the Wickwar area of South Gloucestershire. The childminder holds a relevant early years qualification at level 3. She offers care three days a week, on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, from 7.30am to 6pm, all year round.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector and the childminder discussed the provision and the curriculum. n The inspector observed the quality of teaching and assessed the impact this has on the children's learning. n The childminder and the inspector together completed a joint observation on teaching. n The inspector spoke to the children during the inspection and took into account the written feedback from parents. n The inspector looked at a sample of the childminder's documentation, including evidence about suitability and training. n The childminder spoke and engaged with the inspector during the inspection.

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Inspection activities

8 September 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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Inspection activities

8 September 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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