Childminder in West Sussex

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 27 August 2015 29 September 2010

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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 has a secure understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage requirements. She provides a wide range of activities that engage children and motivate them to learn.  The childminder has good relationships with children. She talks to them about what they would like to do and constantly praises their achievements. Consequently, children behave well and understand what the childminder expects.  The childminder is committed to improving her practice and has made many improvements since her last inspection. For example, she has completed her early years qualification. This has had a positive impact on children's development because it has developed her knowledge and confidence in promoting learning.  The childminder has strong relationships with parents. She shares all information with them regarding their children's development and encourages them to support their learning further at home.

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This provision is good

 The childminder understands the importance of working in partnership with other settings that children attend. She shares information about children's development, with the support from parents, which provides a consistent approach to learning.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not use make the most of all opportunities to develop children's knowledge and understanding that print carries meaning, or to help develop their learning opportunities further.  The childminder does not always fully promote learning or develop children's knowledge of healthy eating during routine times of the day, such as at snack time.

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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

 develop children's understanding that print carries meaning to support their learning throughout their daily activities  develop further learning opportunities for children during routine times of the day, such as snack time.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed a range of activities in the indoor and outdoor environment.  The inspector spoke to the childminder about her practice and how children were progressing.  The inspector sampled the childminder's written documentation and children's development records.  The inspector read written feedback from parents to gain their feedback on the childminder.  The inspector discussed with the childminder improvements she has made since her last inspection.

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who attend. This is good

The quality of teaching is good. The childminder regularly observes children's learning so she has a secure knowledge of their interests and, therefore, plans challenging and fun activities. Consequently, children enjoy learning and make good progress in preparation for school. The childminder makes reading fun through her enthusiasm. Children confidently take part in actions and laugh as they 'stomp' through 'mud' and 'stumble' through the 'forest'. The childminder offers support and encouragement to children, which motivates them to join in. The childminder encourages children to explore craft materials; for example, they independently decorated a large train. Children's learning was extended as they told her about the colours they were using and described the different textures. Children enjoy exploring the outdoor area. For example, they develop good physical skills as they enjoy having a go at throwing balls through hoops and kicking balls at targets.

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good

Children are confident and play well alongside each other, as well as independently. This shows that they feel safe and secure. The childminder encourages children to help tidy away resources, which develops their sense of responsibility and encourages them to work together. Children sit together for snack time and have different roles to carry out. For example, some children cut fruit while others help to pour drinks. This helps to develop their independence skills. Children benefit from a range of outings, which helps to develop their knowledge of the world and contributes to a healthy lifestyle. Children visit the beach and various local parks where they can run freely and further develop their physical skills. The childminder sponsors a child from South Africa, which provides an opportunity for children to learn about other cultures. Children send letters and pictures to the child and enjoy learning about the differences of her culture. This develops children's knowledge of

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provision is good

The childminder has a good knowledge and understanding of safeguarding procedures and how to keep children safe. Written documentation underpins her knowledge which she shares with parents so they are aware of her responsibilities. The childminder is committed to keeping her training up to date which ensures she is aware of changes in practice. The childminder carries out visual checks of the environment each day to ensure it is safe for children. The childminder understands the importance of working in partnership with parents. She completes contact books each day which provides information about children's days and is available for discussion at times to suit parents.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 114816 Local authority West Sussex Inspection number 846072 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 29 September 2010

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 1994 and lives in East Worthing, West Sussex. The childminder operates Monday to Friday from 7.30am until 6.00pm. The childminder is qualified to level three in early years. The childminder receives free early years education for children aged two, three and four years.

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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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