Childminder in West Sussex

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 18 November 2015 1 November 2011

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The provision does not meet requirements

 The childminder does not hold a current paediatric first-aid certificate.  The childminder has limited understanding of safeguarding practice but can explain some signs that would cause her concern for a child's welfare. However, she has not up-dated her knowledge about current legislation or up-dated her procedures in line with the guidance and procedures of the Local Safeguarding Children Board.  The childminder completes risk assessments to help her identify and minimise any hazards in the indoor and outdoor environments.  The childminder understands the importance of observing and assessing children's development. She knows how to monitor children's progress and plan appropriate activities to support their progress.  The childminder has a sound knowledge of the learning and development requirements. She knows how to provide a variety of learning opportunities to support children's individual stage of development.

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The provision does not meet requirements

 The childminder understands how to promote children's healthy lifestyles. She discussed the importance for children to be outdoors to get fresh air and to develop their large physical skills.  The childminder understands the importance of working in partnership with parents. She discusses the information she will gather from parents about their child's routines and interests to support their emotional well-being.

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The provision does not meet 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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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To meet the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage and the Childcare Register the provider must:

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Due Date

 obtain and maintain a full and relevant paediatric first aid certificate 18/02/2016

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Due Date

 ensure knowledge is up to date and implement a policy that is in line with the guidance and procedures of the Local Safeguarding Children Board. 18/01/2016

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Inspection activities

 The inspector discussed with the childminder how she would promote all areas of learning and development.  The inspector viewed the childminder's written documentation and compulsory documentation.  The inspector discussed with the childminder how she would plan for children's individual development and include parents in their children's learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 156135 Local authority West Sussex Inspection number 846748 Type of provision Childminder Day care type 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 1 November 2011

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2000 and lives in Worthing, West Sussex. The childminder operates Monday to Friday from 8am until 6pm. There were no children on roll at the time of the inspection.

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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

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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