Childminder in West Sussex

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 18/10/2012 Not Applicable

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early years provision

This inspection: 2 Previous inspection: Not Applicable How well the early years provision meets the needs of the range of children who attend The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children 2 The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision 2

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This provision is good

 Children make good progress in their learning and development given their starting points. The childminder interacts well with children and skilfully promotes their learning as they play.  The childminder thoughtfully plans suitably challenging activities based around children's interests. As a result, children thoroughly enjoy the activities and are well occupied.  Children develop high levels of independence as they help themselves to resources and freely move around the home.  Children settle quickly in the childminder's care. They form good trusting relationships with the childminder and enjoy being with her.

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It is not yet outstanding because

 Children do not gain a thorough understanding of differences in people and communities. This is because the childminder does not make effective use of resources that positively reflect diversity.  The childminder has not fully developed ways in which parents can continue to extend their child's learning at home and contribute to the assessment process.

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Information about this inspection

Inspections of registered early years provision are scheduled:  at least once in every inspection cycle. The current cycle ends on 31 July 2016  more frequently where Ofsted identifies a need to do so, for example where provision was previously judged as inadequate  brought forward in the inspection cycle where Ofsted has received information that suggests the provision may not be meeting the legal requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage; or where assessment of the provision identifies a need for early inspection  prioritised for inspection where we have received information that the provision is not meeting the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage and which suggests children may not be safe  at the completion of an investigation into failure to comply with the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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Information about this inspection

The provision is also registered on the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register. This report includes a judgment about compliance with the requirements of that register.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities in the playroom and dining area.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector looked at children's assessment records and sampled other documentation such as the evaluation record.

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Inspection activities

 The childminder talked to the childminder about the children, her partnerships with parents and how she meets the legal requirements.

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Information about the setting

The childminder registered in 2011. She lives with her partner in a house in Upper Beeding, near Steyning, West Sussex, near to shops, schools, parks and public transport links. The whole of the ground floor of the property is used for childminding. There is an enclosed garden available for outside play. The childminder has a cockatiel, two guinea pigs and two cats. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She is currently minding two children in the early years age range. She also offers care to children aged up to 11 years.

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To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

 extend ways in which parents can be involved in children's learning and development at home and in the setting

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To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

 provide books and resources which represent diverse backgrounds to help children learn to celebrate and value cultural and religious events and experiences.

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who attend

Children have a fun time with the childminder. They show a strong sense of belonging as they make themselves at home. Children find their favourite toys and confidently make decisions about their play. They readily make their views known to the childminder. She responds well to them and provides resources that she knows will hold their interest. For example, she makes sure she has the toys that reflect a child's interest in a popular children's television character. The childminder makes effective use of these specific toys to promote children's development in all areas of learning. As a result, children become absorbed in their play and actively engage in the learning experiences.

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who attend

The childminder devotes her time to supporting children and extending their learning. She has established good planning and observational assessment systems. The childminder makes good use of the information she gains about a child's abilities to plan further suitably challenging activities. She focuses well on narrowing any achievement gaps for individual children. As a result, every child receives the necessary support to help them acquire the skills needed to secure future learning. The childminder obtains helpful information about a child's abilities and interests from new parents. She gives parents some regular feedback about their child's progress in learning and development. However, she is not yet fully exploiting ways in which she can encourage parents to continue their child's learning at home and to share in the ongoing assessment.

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who attend

Children spend a long time playing with the toy vehicles and garage. They learn how things work and solve problems as they use the ramps and barriers. Children develop a good understanding about sizes and shapes as they try to move different vehicles through the garage. Children confidently count and use mathematical language as they play. They show they are happy as they sing a song about their toys. The childminder supports and promotes their communication and language skills well as they play. She values their contributions as they share their experiences and thoughts with her. The childminder sensitively repeats words and extends their vocabulary. Children show good coordination as they handle the small toys and play with modelling materials. They have fun creating a boat and lining up their vehicles on the table.

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who attend

Babies show they are content as they happily play with age appropriate toys. They like the sounds they make as they bang the car on the rattle. Babies have fun exploring their world and watching what is happening around them.

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The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children

The childminder makes sure that she gains information from parents about children's home routines. This enables her to promote children's well-being effectively and provide consistency of care for each child. Children and babies form close relationships and strong emotional attachments with the childminder. Babies enjoy cuddles when they need comfort and reassurance. They smile and grin at other adults as they play and investigate. Children show they feel safe and secure as they happily play on their own and confidently move away from the childminder to explore. Children demonstrate that they are very independent. They help themselves to the accessible toy boxes that are safely stored. Children readily tidy up when they have finished an activity. Children behave well and learn to share resources. The childminder fosters children's self-esteem by encouraging them and praising their achievements.

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The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children

The childminder makes the playroom welcoming and attractive for children with plenty of interesting posters and pictures on the walls. Children show an interest in the displayed photograph of a member of the childminder's family. They point to her and pretend to tickle her with the elephant's trunk they are holding. The childminder organises the playroom well to meet children's individual needs and interests. She provides a wide range of resources and activities that children enjoy. However, children have access to only a few resources that show images of differences in their community, to help them develop an understanding of the world. Despite this, the childminder involves children in activities that promote their skills in all areas of learning well, both at home and on outings. As a result, children are well prepared for their transition to school.

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The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children

Children develop a good understanding of healthy lifestyles through everyday routines and gentle reminders from the childminder. They adopt good hygiene practices as they learn how to wash their hands. Children enjoy a healthy diet and have easy access to drinks. They often enjoy exercise and play in the fresh air. When children go on outings, the childminder reinforces their understanding of how to stay safe. She encourages children to take risks as they play on physically challenging play equipment in the park. The childminder provides the support they need whilst allowing them to try to do things on their own.

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provision

The childminder shows a good knowledge and understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements. She is fully aware of her responsibility to report any child protection concerns to the appropriate agency. The childminder maintains a clean, safe and secure home for children. The childminder carries out robust risk assessments and daily safety checks that help her identify any safety concerns. She takes effective steps to minimise hazards to children of differing ages and abilities. The childminder has the required documentation in place to help support and promote children's safety and welfare.

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provision

Overall, the childminder forms good working partnerships with parents. She makes good use of daily diaries to share relevant information about a child's day, with parents. This helps to keep them well informed about their child's welfare. The childminder is implementing good arrangements for working with agencies and other settings involved with individual children. This enables her to make sure that there is continuity in a child's care and learning. The childminder is actively seeking advice to help her provide additional support to children who are not achieving as well as expected for their age.

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provision

The childminder has a good understanding of how to meet the learning and development requirements. She is monitoring her educational programme and use of assessments to make sure that they help her promote children's learning effectively. The childminder provides a broad range of learning experiences for children, that cover all areas of learning. The childminder shows a good awareness of her strengths and weaknesses. She is continually evaluating her practices and making positive changes to her childcare provision. For example, she has adapted her playroom to meet the needs of the current children in her care, following consultation with a local authority worker. The childminder is keen to develop her knowledge and skills so that she can continue to improve children's welfare and learning. For example, she is currently booked on short courses to develop her understanding of food hygiene and safeguarding procedures.

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The Childcare Register

The requirements for the compulsory part of the Childcare Register are Met The requirements for the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are Met

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Grade Judgement Description

Grade 1 Outstanding Outstanding provision is highly effective in meeting the needs of all children exceptionally well. This ensures that children are very well prepared for the next stage of their learning. Grade 2 Good Good provision is effective in delivering provision that meets the needs of all children well. This ensures children are ready for the next stage of their learning. Grade 3 Satisfactory Satisfactory provision is performing less well than expectations in one or more of the key areas. It requires improvement in order to be good. Grade 4 Inadequate Provision that is inadequate requires significant improvement and/or enforcement. The provision is failing to give children an acceptable standard of early years education and/or is not meeting the safeguarding and welfare requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. It will be inspected again within 12 months of the date of this inspection.

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Grade Judgement Description

Met The provision has no children on roll. The inspection judgement is that the provider continues to meet the requirements for registration. Not Met The provision has no children on roll. The inspection judgement is that the provider does not meet the requirements for registration.

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Inspection

This inspection was carried out by Ofsted 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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Setting details

Unique reference number EY429537 Local authority West Sussex Inspection number 766104 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

set out in the guidance ‘raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted', which is available from Ofsted’s website: www.ofsted.gov.uk. If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk.

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Type of provision

For the purposes of this inspection the following definitions apply:

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Type of provision

Full-time provision is that which operates for more than three hours. These are usually known as nurseries, nursery schools and pre-schools and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage. They are registered on the Early Years Register and pay the higher fee for registration.

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Type of provision

Sessional provision operates for more than two hours but does not exceed three hours in any one day. These are usually known as pre-schools, kindergartens or nursery schools and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage. They are registered on the Early Years Register and pay the lower fee for registration.

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Type of provision

Childminders care for one or more children where individual children attend for a period of more than two hours in any one day. They operate from domestic premises that are usually their own home. They are registered on the Early Years Register and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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Type of provision

Out of school provision may be sessional or full-time provision and is delivered before or after school and/or in the summer holidays. They are registered on the Early Years Register and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage. Where children receive their Early Years Foundation Stage in school these providers do not have to deliver the learning and development requirements in full but should complement the experiences children receive in school. 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 Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, work-based learning and skills training, 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,

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Type of provision

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Type of provision

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