Childminder EY472076

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 28 July 2016 23 May 2014

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Requires Improvement

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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 partnerships with parents are good. The childminder uses effective ways to involve parents in all aspects of their children's progress, such as sharing their interests and next steps in learning.  The childminder helps children develop good social skills and grow in confidence. For example, she takes children out into the community, such as attending rhyme time and play sessions.  The childminder reflects on her teaching practice well. For example, she gains the views of parents and other professionals to make positive changes to her practice. She shows commitment to improving outcomes for children.  The childminder provides a warm and homely play and learning environment. Children feel safe and secure, and they are happy and able to express themselves.  Children make good progress. The childminder knows them well as individuals and monitors their development carefully to identify and address any gaps in their learning.

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This provision is good

Children are well prepared for their move to nursery or school.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 At times, the childminder does not consistently extend children's early language development to the highest possible level.  The childminder does not always make the most of the learning environment, particularly for children who prefer to learn outside, to help them make the best possible progress.

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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

 strengthen teaching practices to encourage children's early language development more consistently, to help extend their already good progress further  build on opportunities to support children's play and learning, in particular for those who enjoy learning outdoors, to help them make even further progress.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed children and the childminder playing together.  The inspector examined a sample of documentation, including safeguarding policies and procedures, and children's records.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder in relation to observations of the children's play, learning and progress.  The inspector observed the quality of teaching and the impact this had on children's learning.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder has worked hard since her last inspection to evaluate her provision and improve the quality of her practice to a good level. She has improved the way she observes children's learning and assesses their development. For example, she now closely monitors children's progress and plans precise next steps in learning. The childminder continues to develop and improve her knowledge. For example, she researches good practice and works closely with other early years professionals. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a thorough understanding of how to manage any child protection concerns. She has a confident knowledge of how to identify and minimise risks to children.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder has a good understanding of each child's development and plans enjoyable and challenging activities to encourage their further progress. For example, young children enjoy exploring cereal. The childminder demonstrates new skills to children, such as filling up cups with the cereal and shaking them for children to listen to the sound it makes. The childminder sensitively joins in with children's play and ensures they have time to use their own ideas. She supports their physical development well. For example, she supports children to develop the muscles and strength they need for walking.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder is very caring and offers children good levels of support and affection. She builds positive bonds with children and they enjoy their time with her. The childminder is a good role model for children, who behave well and learn to treat others and the home with respect. The childminder praises and encourages children consistently and builds their self-esteem and confidence for future learning. For example, young children celebrate their successes with the childminder. Overall, children benefit from good outdoor physical experiences. For example, they go on regular trips to local parks and they learn skills, such as climbing on equipment.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children enjoy their learning and are motivated in their play. They develop good levels of concentration during activities. For example, they enjoy chasing balls and bringing them back to the childminder. Children are curious and have a strong interest in exploring the resources, such as technology and sensory toys. For example, they press buttons and move their bodies to the sounds and music. Children enjoy looking at the pictures in books and exploring the different textures on the pages. They communicate their needs well, such as using gestures and sounds to express their feelings. Children confidently develop the skills they need for the next stage in their learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY472076 Local authority West Sussex Inspection number 1049865 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 2 Total number of places 4 Number of children on roll 2

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2013. She lives in Southwater, West Sussex. The childminder provides care for children between 8am and 6pm each weekday, all year round.

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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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