Childminder in West Sussex

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 15 September 2016 23 June 2015

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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 childminder and her assistant build good relationships with the children. They are very positive and caring and act as good role models. Children behave well and develop effective social skills.  The childminder teaches well. She plans activities thoughtfully to encourage children's progress. She creates enjoyable ways to help children achieve the next steps in their learning. Children make good progress from their starting points in learning.  The childminder establishes good partnerships with parents. For example, she regularly updates them on their children's progress and shares ideas to support children's continued learning at home.  Children benefit from a welcoming, inviting environment and show enjoyment and motivation in their play. They develop a sense of independence when choosing from a wide range of toys and activities.  The childminder reviews her provision effectively to help improve her practice. She

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This provision is good

identifies strengths and weaknesses and focuses on improving outcomes for children.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Occasionally, the childminder and her assistant do not give children enough time to respond to the questions they are asked, to help develop their thinking skills further.  The childminder and her assistant do not always support children's understanding of healthy lifestyles further, such as by talking about the benefits of healthy food.

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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

 give children more time to think about and respond to questions that support the development of their critical thinking skills  provide more opportunities for children to learn about healthy lifestyles.

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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 and the childminder discussed the play activities and children's learning during the inspection and undertook a joint observation of children's play.  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

Since the previous inspection, the childminder has successfully improved her practice and the quality of care and learning. She has acted on previous recommendations effectively. For instance, she carefully plans group activities to engage and excite all children taking part. The childminder and her assistant continue to develop and improve their knowledge in various ways, such as talking to other childminders and through training. The childminder works closely with her assistant. She supervises her well and gives guidance in good practice. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder and her assistant have updated their knowledge through training. They know the signs that would cause concern about a child's welfare and have a clear understanding of the procedures to follow if they have concerns about a child's safety. The childminder carries out suitability checks on all adults living and working on the premises.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder observes children regularly and monitors their development closely. She quickly identifies and addresses any gaps in children's learning. Overall, the childminder and her assistant support children's learning well and offer appropriate challenge during activities. For example, children enjoy being involved in the whole process of baking cakes. The childminder and her assistant encourage children to identify ingredients and to carefully pour and mix them together. They extend children's mathematical skills well. For example, children count the eggs they use and the number of cakes they make.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder and her assistant praise children's achievements in learning, such as their speech, and help to build their confidence. Children have good self-esteem and show pride in their achievements, for example, when they finished decorating the cakes they made. The childminder and her assistant help children to feel happy and safe. Children enjoy sharing their experiences with them. Children learn to treat each other with respect and happily share their toys. The childminder supports children's physical well-being effectively. For example, children enjoy regular outdoor play and exercise in the well- equipped garden and enjoyable walks to explore local parks.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children enjoy their learning. They use their imaginations well to express themselves during play. For example, they enjoy acting out scenarios such as cooking meals in the role play house. Children are confident communicators. For instance, they enjoy discussing their favourite things and what they do at home. Children count with confidence and know their colours well. They concentrate well when drawing and are quickly learning the skills they need for their future and for school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY274510 Local authority West Sussex Inspection number 1057650 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 8 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 6

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 23 June 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2002. She lives in Worthing, West Sussex. The childminder provides care for children between 7am and 7pm each weekday, all year. The childminder works alongside 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

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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