Childminder in West Sussex

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 13 March 2018 30 January 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

 Partnership with parents and professionals at other settings children attend is good. For example, the childminder fully informs parents about their children's achievements and the next stages in their development to provide continuity of learning at home.  The childminder observes, assesses and monitors children's learning effectively. Plans for development are well focused and support children's achievements. Children make good progress from their starting points.  The childminder manages children's behaviour well. For example, children receive positive praise to boost their self-esteem when they collaboratively tidy away the toys.  Children are happy, settled and confident. The childminder keeps routines flexible and children make independent choices about the resources with which they want to play.  The childminder provides opportunities for children to develop their understanding of the similarities and differences of people. For example, she makes a photo book of

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This provision is good

children's families and significant events and experiences in their lives.  The childminder self-evaluates her practice with the help of children and parents. She recognises areas for development, such as improving the outdoor area.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not always offer children sufficient opportunities for them to explore and investigate a wider range of textures and natural materials.

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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

 develop more opportunities for younger children to explore and investigate textures and materials from the natural world to expand their learning further.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching and the support for children's learning during activities indoors.  The inspector noted how the childminder managed daily routines, such as children's lunchtime and nappy-changing procedures.  The inspector evaluated an activity with the childminder and reviewed her systems for monitoring children's progress.  The inspector read the childminder's safeguarding policy and complaints procedure.  The inspector discussed with the childminder her process of self-evaluation and took account of parents' comments.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a good knowledge and understanding of her responsibilities to protect the welfare of children. She is clear about her reporting procedures and the signs and symptoms which might indicate a child is at risk of harm. Risk assessment is effective. For example, she uses stairgates in the home environment and reins for young children on outings. The childminder is interested in her professional development. For example, she makes good use of further study to extend her knowledge about child psychology and improve outcomes for children. The childminder shares information regularly with parents about daily activities in various ways, such as through social media. Parents say they are very happy with the service they receive.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder knows the children well. She successfully uses her observations and assessments of children to cater for their different ages and abilities. The childminder effectively supports children's mathematical skills. For example, she allows young children to empty and fill containers and helps older children sort coloured cars into matching coloured pots. The childminder uses children's interests to practise early writing skills. For example, she attaches crayons to train engines for children to move on paper to make marks. The childminder promotes young children's communication skills well. She constantly interacts with children and repeats back words and sentences to reinforce early language skills and develop their vocabulary.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder is well organised and meets the emotional well-being of children. Children develop a sense of belonging and quickly become engaged in the activities on offer. The childminder works closely with parents to support children's dietary needs. For example, she ensures meals provided are nutritious and children with food allergies are kept healthy and safe. The childminder helps children be independent and manage some tasks for themselves, such as wiping their hands and mouth after mealtimes. She helps children develop a healthy lifestyle. For example, she organises regular visits to the local park and woods for fresh air and exercise to build on their physical skills.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress and begin to develop the skills they need for the next stage in their learning. They learn early mathematical and literacy skills. For example, children count and name the colours of cars, crayons and threading buttons. Children practise making movements to gain the hand control needed for writing. They begin to make- believe and match objects that fit together, such as making up plates of play food. Children are confident and show great satisfaction in learning and achieving new things.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY392621 Local authority West Sussex Inspection number 1093851 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 2 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 7

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 30 January 2015

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2009. She lives in Crawley, West Sussex. The childminder's service is available from 8am until 6pm on Monday to Friday, all year round. Funding is accepted for the provision of early years education for children aged two, three and four years.

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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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