Childminder EY492027

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 7 September 2017 Not applicable

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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 ensures that her home is child-centred and that children are motivated to make good progress in their learning. She creates a safe environment where children can freely explore indoors and outdoors.  The attentive childminder provides a home-from-home environment. She works closely with parents. They are very complimentary about the care and learning opportunities their children receive. Children have good relationships with all of the childminder's family.  Children are well behaved. The childminder has clear expectations for behaviour. She involves them in decision making. For example, they work together to learn about the differences between right and wrong and discuss the impact this has on others.  Children are able to mix with similar-aged children at stimulating age-appropriate groups. They learn to interact positively with other children outside of the childminder's home.

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This provision is good

 The childminder reviews the service she provides for families. She welcomes the views of parents and children in her desire to consistently develop and improve. The childminder identifies areas of her learning that she would like to develop.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder has not yet fully developed the links with others who provide early years learning, to extend children's ongoing progress through shared information.

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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

 maximise the links with other providers where children attend, to share information about children's progress and use this to plan for children's individual future learning.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector completed a joint observation of the activities provided during the inspection with the childminder.  The inspector looked at samples of children's records. She looked at a range of other documentation, including the safeguarding policy and procedures.  The inspector looked at evidence of the suitability of the childminder and other adults living on the premises.  The inspector spoke to the children and engaged in their play. She took account of the views of parents provided in writing on the day of inspection.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder understands her responsibilities with regard to child protection. Since registration, she continually reads relevant articles to help ensure her knowledge is up to date. The childminder has a secure knowledge about whom to contact if she has any concerns about a child in her care. She observes children during their play and provides parents with daily information about their day and overall development. The childminder extends her knowledge of childcare and shares good practice with other childminders. This helps her to identify improvements and to be reflective on the service that she provides.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder plans activities based on topics and she incorporates children's interests into these. She follows children's lead, enhancing their self-chosen activities. For example, children have fun decorating paper models representing members of their family and the childminder provides a running commentary during their play. She introduces new words and toddlers copy her, attempting to extend their emerging language. The childminder plays alongside children, increasing their understanding of how to successfully complete tasks. For instance, toddlers have fun learning how to operate a toy vehicle that is causing frustration for them. The childminder skilfully introduces early mathematical understanding. For example, they discuss numbers and letters seen when they go on outings. The childminder organises a range of craft and baking activities. These are some opportunities she provides to further support children's hand-to-eye coordination.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder provides continuity of care for children. For example, she gains a good range of information about children's routines when they first start. This helps children to settle quickly. The childminder regularly praises them during their play and routines, such as nappy changing times. This helps to build on their self-esteem. The childminder promotes good hygiene effectively and she provides meals that are healthy and nutritious. Children receive plenty of opportunities for exercise and fresh air and practise their physical skills. They play in the garden and visit nearby playing areas. Children learn to keep themselves safe, such as when they walk to and from school.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children learn skills in readiness for their move on to school. They are confident and independent and are eager to learn and try new experiences. For example, they learn how to explore different textures and create items to take home. Children discover from a young age how to successfully use tools, such as pens, paints and brushes. They have access to books to support their early interest in reading.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY492027 Local authority West Sussex Inspection number 1022680 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2015. She lives in Horsham, West Sussex. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, except for family holidays.

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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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