Childminder 114432

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 4 May 2017 2 June 2015

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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 uses assessment systems to develop a thorough understanding of children's progress. She has a clear idea what children's developmental needs are and uses her knowledge of their interests to help them meet their targets.  The childminder establishes good partnerships with parents, through which she ensures children benefit from continuity. For example, she discusses with parents how they can support children's development in the home.  Children make good progress and meet the learning expectations for their ages. They engage confidently in conversations and show effective communication skills.  The childminder offers children healthy lifestyles. For example, they have regular opportunities to enjoy physical activities. Children learn about hygienic practices, for example, they know to wash their hands before meals.  The childminder successfully ensures that her assistant knows how to support the

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This provision is good

children in their learning. For example, he knows what children are working towards and uses various techniques to teach them during their play.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not act on all opportunities that arise to help encourage children to use their imaginations in activities and play.  The childminder does not teach children about a vast array of communities beyond their own, including differences that exist in ways of life around the world.

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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

 allow children more opportunities to use their imaginations in activities and throughout their play  develop further the opportunities for children to find out about the lives of people beyond their immediate experiences and in the wider world.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities indoors and discussed the provision for outdoor play.  The inspector talked with the childminder, her assistant and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector looked at children's assessment records.  The inspector checked evidence of the childminder's qualifications and her suitability checks.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder in relation to observations of the children's play, learning and progress.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder and her assistant strongly understand the signs that may indicate that a child's welfare is at risk and the procedures to follow if they have any concerns. The childminder ensures her practice is up to date and meets new legislation that arises. She reflects on her practice and acts to improve the outcomes for children. For example, she is currently developing more strategies to help children develop important values. The childminder develops her professional knowledge and skills using a range of strategies. For example, she attends meetings through which she learns from other professionals.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder uses children's play to promote learning in a range of areas. For example, when children play with dough they learn to control tools, explore ways of making marks, count and sort shapes. The childminder encourages children to develop problem-solving skills. For example, when they complete puzzles she allows them freedom to work out where the pieces fit and encourages them to have a go. The childminder understands the importance of working alongside staff in the other settings children attend. She regularly shares information about children's progress with them.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children form strong relationships with the childminder and her assistant. They show that they are secure and happy in the setting. For example, they focus intently and sing merrily as they play. The childminder has improved her methods for promoting independence in children following her previous inspection. For example, she now takes a step back and allows children to consider how they can do things for themselves. The childminder promotes positive behaviour. Children show that they understand the rules, for example, they always tidy up when they finish playing. The childminder prepares children well for when they move on to other settings, such as nursery or school. For example, she enables them to experience busier settings and understand how to behave with other children.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children show a love for books. They enjoy stories and show good comprehension of their favourites as they chat about them throughout the day. Children develop good early reading skills. Children begin to experiment with mark making in preparation for future writing. For example, they learn to control tools and practise making marks in materials, such as play dough. Children learn to count in readiness for their future learning. For example, they regularly count objects in their play, such as the number of stars they make with dough.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 114432 Local authority West Sussex Inspection number 1089133 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 3 - 7 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 10

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2001. She lives in Worthing, West Sussex. She provides her childminding service all day, five days a week, all year round. The childminder also provides care for older children during out-of-school hours. The childminder provides funded early education for children aged two, three and four years. The childminder works with 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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