Childminder in West Sussex

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 23 April 2015 8 June 2009

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Good 2 How well the early years provision meets the needs of the range of children who attend Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

The setting meets legal requirements for early years settings

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This provision is good

 Children enjoy playing with an interesting and stimulating range of activities which cover all seven areas of learning, indoors and out. Along with the support from the childminder, they make good progress in their development.  The childminder completes regular, precise assessments of the children and uses these effectively to plan for the next stage in their learning.  The childminder helps children prepare to move on to school effortlessly, by making sure they are able to manage their own self-care needs and are curious about the world and are ready for further learning.  Children are happy, and feel safe and secure as the childminder is very caring and offers lots of cuddles, praise and encouragement. This promotes children's confidence and self-esteem  The childminder has very good partnerships with parents who speak really highly of her. They say she is conscientious, committed and builds children's confidence so they

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Children's language is developing well. However, occasionally, the childminder does not use age-appropriate language to enhance children's communication and understanding.  The childminder does not always give children clear explanations to help them learn the best way to do things safely.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

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

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

 explain safety to children so they understand why it is important  review and model language so it is appropriate to children's level of understanding.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed children engaged in activities indoors and in the garden.  The inspector completed a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector discussed the childminder's practice with her.  The inspector sampled relevant documentation including attendance registers, children's records and planning.  The inspector took account of parents' views through discussion and in writing.

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who attend. This is good

Children spend a lot of their time playing and learning outside. The childminder makes full use of her garden so children discover how differently they can do things in a larger space. They enjoyed watching cars as they rolled down the slide to see how far they went and pushed dolls in buggies around the flower beds. They used straws to blow paint across paper with the childminder's guidance. She explained and demonstrated how to use the straw to move the paint, supporting the children and making the activity fun. The childminder talks to children continually, asking and answering questions, and giving children time to think. She plans suitable activities based on children's interests and at the correct level of challenge so they make consistent progress in all areas of learning.

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good

Children enjoy using a wide range of resources. The childminder makes sure that toys that are suitable for the youngest children are most accessible and they readily help themselves. They enjoy finding things and confidently explore the contents of the boxes which are labelled to help them. The childminder takes children out often and has strict guidelines for them to keep safe. They know to hold hands and say that when they get to roads, they have to look both ways twice and listen for cars, before they can cross safely. Children behave well and the house rules displayed in pictures remind them of what is acceptable and expected. Children have good relationships with the childminder, frequently approaching her for cuddles and affection which she readily provides so they feel nurtured and secure.

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provision is good

The childminder reflects on her practice and is aware of her strengths and areas in which she can further improve. She gives parents and children questionnaires to complete and responds to their comments and suggestions to improve her service. For example, when children suggested more jigsaw puzzles the childminder quickly bought some. She updates her skills and knowledge through training. She receives regular email updates about early years matters and effectively implements the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. The childminder has a good understanding of how to safeguard children, keeping her knowledge up to date by attending training and seminars. She monitors children's progress effectively so she can plan for their future learning and progress.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY235360 Local authority West Sussex Inspection number 832860 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 6

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2002 and lives in Littlehampton, West Sussex. She operates from Monday to Friday between 7.30am and 6pm.

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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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