Childminder, Out-of school day care in West Sussex

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 5 March 2015 26 January 2009

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This inspection: Met

Previous inspection: Good 2 The setting meets legal requirements for early years settings

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The provision meets requirements

 The childminder demonstrates an excellent knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage and how to provide a broad range of experiences to help children progress well.  The childminder clearly understands how to use observations to find out about young children's achievements and interests. She identifies how these can be used to personalise learning programmes to meet individual children's needs.  The childminder recognises the need for strong partnerships with parents to ensure continuity for the children.  The childminder ensures her house is safe for children through following robust risk assessments and a vast range of policies.  The childminder has a strong knowledge of how to safeguard children. She is aware of child protection procedures and understands the required action to take in event of a concern.  The childminder explains how she welcomes the views of parents and children, to help

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The provision meets requirements

her evaluate and improve her practice.  The childminder is highly active in extending her knowledge and skills to improve her practice. She is currently studying to complete a childcare qualification.  The childminder is aware of the need to promote healthy lifestyles. She understands the importance of providing children with balanced meals and regular opportunities for exercise, to promote their well-being.

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The provision meets requirements

There were no children present when this inspection took place. The findings in this report are based on evidence gathered from discussions with those who care for the children and an inspection of the premises, equipment and relevant documentation. Where there are no children present, no judgement is made on the quality of the early years provision as there is no reliable evidence on which to assess its impact on children. The report states whether the provider continues to meet the requirements of registration.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector checked evidence of the childminder's qualifications and suitability for the position.  The inspector looked at policies and documents the childminder uses.  The inspector asked the childminder to discuss how she meets the needs of any children she may care for.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY304195 Local authority West Sussex Inspection number 834126 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 26 January 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2005. She lives in Copthorne, West Sussex. At the time of this inspection, there were no children on roll in the early years age range. The childminder is currently studying for a childcare qualification at level 3.

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Telephone number

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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Telephone number

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

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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

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