Childminder in Brighton and Hove

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 07/11/2012 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 settle quickly in the relaxed and homely environment and make good progress in their learning.  Children make their own choices from a wide variety of resources. They particularly enjoy the art and craft activities.  Children form good relationships with the childminder and have fun with their friends.  The childminder is caring, supportive and well focused on meeting children's individual needs.

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It is not yet outstanding because

 The childminder is in the early stages of forming good links with parents and other professionals in order to work together to support and extend children's care and learning.

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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 discussed childcare practices with the childminder.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector sampled documentation including observation and assessment records.  The inspector observed activities.  The inspector took account of the views of parents from emails and letters.

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Information about the setting

The childminder registered in 2011. She lives with her partner and two children in a house in Brighton, East Sussex near to schools, shops, parks and transport links. The whole of the ground floor, the first floor bathroom and two bedrooms are used for childminding. There is an enclosed garden available for outside play, which has some steps. The childminder has a pet cat. 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. The childminder is registered to provide overnight care.

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

 improve partnerships with parents and other settings in order to promote continuity in children's learning and development.

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who attend

Children confidently make themselves at home when they arrive at the childminder's house. Children show good levels of independence as they put their belongings down and choose what they want to play with. The childminder knows children's favourite toys and activities so makes sure these are readily available. As a result, children are motivated to learn and keen to take part in activities. For example, children thoroughly enjoy making models with the modelling material. They handle the different tools with skill and good control when creating figures. Children concentrate well at activities and become absorbed in their play. They chat happily with their friends and the childminder about their day and experiences. Children confidently start conversations and listen well to others. The childminder uses the time well to extend children's thinking and awareness of the wider world. The childminder uses good open questions that help extend children's

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who attend

The childminder shows a good understanding of how to promote children's learning and development. She is implementing an effective ongoing observational assessment system. The childminder regularly observes children at play and successfully uses the knowledge she gains to assess their progress in the areas of learning. The childminder competently identifies next steps for individual children in their learning. This enables her to thoughtfully plan and provide activities that meet children's needs and help them continue to achieve. As a result, children make good progress towards the early learning goals.

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who attend

The childminder works well with parents to help each child settle and to establish children's stages of development when they start with her. However, she has not fully developed ways in which she can engage parents in the ongoing assessment process and continuing learning at home. The childminder has begun to form positive links with other settings children attend. She finds out about what children are learning at school and provides further experiences based around these topics. This enables her to continue to extend children's learning and understanding. The childminder and teachers are starting to share some information about a child's progress and individual needs. They are beginning to work together to meet children's needs, and support them in their next stage of learning.

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

Children show a strong sense of belonging and security. They independently and safely move around the home and help themselves to resources. The childminder encourages children to make their own decisions about what they want to do. Children have easy access to a suitably challenging range of activities and resources. The childminder uses the resources and learning experiences well to support children's development. As a result, children are well prepared in the skills they need to support future learning.

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

Children form good emotional bonds with the childminder. They confidently ask for the childminder's help when they need it and involve her in their play. Children play well together and form good friendships. They readily share the resources with their friends. They choose to wait for their friends to finish an activity before they move on together to do something else. Children learn to value and respect differences in society through everyday discussion, the use of resources and planned activities.

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

Children develop a good understanding of the need for a healthy diet. They enjoy healthy snacks and home cooked meals. Parents express their gratitude that the childminder encourages children to try different healthy foods. Children have easy access to drinks when they get thirsty. They show a good understanding of the importance of personal hygiene. They talk knowledgeably about why they need to wash their hands and how germs can make them ill. Children tell their friends that they need to put their hands in front of their mouths when they cough.

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

Children's understanding of the importance of a healthy lifestyle is also promoted through regular exercise. When indoors, they have fun doing physical activities. They stand on one leg and pretend to do ballet poses. They show good coordination and balance as they move their bodies.

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

The childminder provides a safe and secure play environment. Children develop a good awareness of how to stay safe as they practise emergency evacuation and learn about road safety. The childminder makes effective use of her house rules to reinforce safety messages with the children.

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provision

The childminder has a thorough understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements. This results in the childminder promoting children's safety and welfare well. The childminder has a good awareness of the correct procedures to follow if she has a child protection concern. She takes effective steps to minimise hazards to children in her home and on outings. The childminder has all the required documentation in place to enable her to successfully promote children's well-being.

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provision

The childminder works closely with parents to meet children's individual care needs. She has good systems in place for obtaining the necessary information from parents about their child. This enables her to provide a supportive and inclusive provision for each child. Parents are kept well informed about their child's welfare and day through verbal feedback. Parents expressed positive comments about the childminder and the way she treats the children as part of her family. They said they are 'happy with the service' and feel that 'children are safe and well cared for'. The childminder has good procedures for working with agencies in order to access additional support for those children who need it to help them achieve.

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provision

The childminder is effectively evaluating and monitoring her childcare provision and the educational programme. She has actively sought help and advice from her local authority advisors. The childminder has made good use of their feedback to improve her practices and the assessment process. It has helped her develop her understanding of how to assess children's progress effectively. The childminder seeks advice and support from other childminders. The childminder takes into account the views of children when planning activities. This helps her to ensure that children stay interested and involved in purposeful play. The childminder has completed the required training. She is keen to access further courses to continue to improve her knowledge and her provision for children.

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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 EY425217 Local authority Brighton & Hove Inspection number 752748 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 4 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

T: 0300 123 4234 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.ofsted.gov.uk

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