Childminder in West Sussex

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 22 May 2015 14 December 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

 The childminder skilfully adapts activities so that children of different ages and abilities learn and make good progress. This raises children's self-esteem and confidence.  Communication with parents is strong. The childminder regularly discusses children's progress with parents and takes account of their views and observations. She shares ideas with parents to help them support their children's development at home.  Children are happy and feel secure. This is because the childminder provides a homely and welcoming environment that takes account of children's needs and interests.  The childminder offers a healthy range of snack foods that children help prepare. This encourages children to try new foods and helps them learn about healthy eating.  The childminder evaluates her setting and makes improvements, taking into account the views of parents and the children who attend.  The childminder monitors children's progress to help her identify where children need

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This provision is good

additional support. She attends training to improve her practice and works closely with other professionals. This means children and their families receive the help they need.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder is not confident at teaching children phonics. She supports children's development in this area during reading activities. However, she misses opportunities to enhance children's phonic knowledge at other times.  The childminder discusses children's interests and care needs with other settings they attend. However, she does not routinely share information on children's learning and progress. Therefore, children do not fully benefit from settings working together.

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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

 consolidate knowledge of phonics in order to confidently support children's learning in this area  strengthen partnerships with other settings children attend, so that everyone involved in children's care and education can fully support them to make as much progress as possible.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the children and the childminder during play and everyday activities.  The inspector spoke to the childminder about her practice.  The inspector took account of parents' views by speaking to parents and reading comments they had left for the inspector.  The inspector looked at documentation including children's records and policies and procedures.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder effectively covers all areas of learning through the exciting and stimulating activities and resources she provides. She skilfully adapts activities to follow children's interests, so that children are motivated to learn. For instance, children's initial fascination with water spray bottles soon becomes an enriching water play activity. The childminder introduces concepts of 'hot' and 'cold' to younger children while older children enjoy experimenting to make 'warm'. The childminder introduces mathematical ideas as children transfer water between different-sized containers. She adds bubble mixture and children squeal with delight as they successfully make bubbles and blow them from their hands. The childminder plans daily outings that help children learn about the natural environment and people in the wider community. She helps children develop the key skills they need to be successful learners so they are ready for pre-school and school.

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good

Children enjoy their time with the childminder. They are confident and motivated to learn. They behave well because the childminder consistently applies simple rules. She gently reminds children what they need to do and thanks them for being kind and respectful. The childminder encourages children to be physically active. They play balancing games and kick footballs to each other. They frequently visit the park and become increasingly more competent on playground equipment, which boosts their self-esteem. The childminder talks to children about keeping safe. As children propel themselves on ride-on toys, she talks about road safety. Together they read 'stop' and 'crossing' signs. Children learn to become independent as the childminder encourages them to dress themselves, choose what to play with and help with everyday tasks. Children pour their own drinks, help tidy away and gradually learn to manage their personal needs.

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provision is good

The childminder employs an assistant. She supports and guides the assistant's practice through close supervision. Induction covers the childminder's comprehensive policies and procedures, and has a strong focus on safeguarding. This means the assistant understands her role and responsibilities and practice is consistent. The childminder has a good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage and her responsibilities. Her practice keeps children safe. She attends regular training so that her knowledge is up-to- date and she researches ways to improve her setting. For example, the childminder has developed effective strategies to support children who speak English as an additional language. The childminder effectively monitors the quality of teaching and the experiences she provides. As a result, children make good progress in their learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY266859 Local authority West Sussex Inspection number 847131 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 7

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 14 December 2009

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2003. She lives in East Grinstead, West Sussex. She holds a qualification in childcare at level 3. The childminder receives early years funding for qualifying children aged two-, three- and four-years-old. The childminder operates from 7am to 7pm, Monday to Friday, all year round. She employs an assistant.

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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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