Childminder in West Sussex

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 18 November 2015 15 July 2010

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This inspection: Good 2

Effectiveness of the leadership and management Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

Personal development, behaviour and welfare Good 2

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This provision is good

 The childminder is well organised and experienced. She is motivated to develop the service she provides. For example, since the last inspection she has reorganised the way resources are stored and introduced effective of ways of using other resources. Children are able to choose more activities for themselves and they grow in independence.  Children behave well as they have good relationships with the childminder. They settle quickly and are happy and comfortable in her care.  The childminder provides a safe, welcoming environment for children. She checks the home carefully each day to make sure children can play safely.  Teaching is good. Children enjoy taking part in a wide variety of interesting activities that the childminder plans based on their age and needs. They make good progress in their learning and development and achieve good outcomes.  The childminder works closely with parents. For example, she shares information with

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This provision is good

them each day and keeps them up to date with children's progress. Comments from parents show that they are very happy with the care the childminder provides.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not have secure systems for sharing information about children's progress and development with all of the other settings that children attend.  Assessments of children's progress are not always used effectively to spot where children may need to make quicker progress in their learning.

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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

 ensure information on children's progress is shared with other settings to ensure their needs are fully met  help staff use assessments better to check the progress of children to help improve their outcomes further.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector looked around the areas of the childminder's home and observed children taking part in activities.  The inspector had discussions with the childminder throughout the inspection about her practice and children's learning and development.  The inspector looked at paperwork, including children's records and policies and procedures.  The inspector read questionnaires from parents and took account of their views.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder attends regular child protection training to keep up to date. She is aware of the procedures to follow if she has concerns about a child's welfare. She keeps all of the records required for childminding and makes sure these are up to date. The childminder reflects on her practice and invites feedback from parents and children. For example, she asks them to complete regular questionnaires to help her identify any areas for improvement. She is conscientious about keeping required training up to date and keen to develop her practice. For example, she has made links with other childminders so they can organise their own group training courses.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children take part in a good balance of activities according to the time they spend with the childminder. She observes them and responds to their interests. The childminder knows children well. For instance, she gathers as much information as she can from parents before they start. The childminder supports children's language and communication skills effectively. For example, she talks to them at different times, listens attentively and helps them learn new words effectively. She encourages children to use their imagination, and children like her joining in with their games. Children are skilful in building with toy bricks. The childminder encourages them to persevere until they make the shape they want. The childminder makes good use of both planned and spontaneous learning opportunities. For example, she often counts with children during their day-to-day activities and routines.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder has a warm, calm approach. She acts as a good example to help children learn to value each other and treat one another with respect. She gives children gentle praise and reassurance and they behave well. Children quickly learn the familiar routines that help keep them healthy and safe. For example, they wash their hands before they eat. Children take part in regular fire drills so they know what to do in an emergency. The childminder promotes children's good health effectively. For example, she follows careful procedures for changing nappies to help reduce the risk of cross-contamination. Children enjoy playing outside every day in the garden or on outings to the park or the beach. They practise their physical skills and enjoy exercise as part of a healthy lifestyle.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress based on their starting points. They learn a variety of useful skills that prepare them effectively for the next stage of learning and for school. They learn to do things for themselves, such as finding their shoes or choosing a toy. They get along together well, learning to share and take turns.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 113912 Local authority West Sussex Inspection number 839916 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Age range of children 0 - 7 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 15 July 2010

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2001. She lives in Littlehampton, West Sussex. She cares for children each weekday throughout the year. She holds a relevant 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

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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