Childminder EY498295

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 23 May 2018 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 well-qualified childminder provides a welcoming environment. Children have easy access to a range of resources and equipment that reflects their individual needs.  The childminder carefully observes children's play and accurately assesses what they already know and can do. She plans challenging activities based on children's interests and next steps in learning. Children are confident, motivated learners and demonstrate high levels of concentration and perseverance. They make good progress.  Parents say that the childminder puts a lot of effort into organising activities and outings for their children. She takes children to places of interest in the community, such as museums and parks.  The childminder manages children's behaviour very well. She is consistent in her approach, helping children to know what is expected of them.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not consistently seek the views of parents to evaluate her provision and help drive continuous improvement.  The childminder does not consistently share information with other settings children attend, to complement their learning even further.

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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

 involve parents more in the evaluation of the provision, to help identify further areas for development  extend information sharing with other early years settings that children also attend, to support continuity of learning.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact it has on children's learning.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder.  The inspector looked at required documentation. The inspector discussed the childminder's processes for self-evaluation and checked evidence of the suitability of adults living in the home.  The inspector took account of the written views of the parents.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of her role. She is organised and is proactive in updating her knowledge and skills. For example, she states confidently that a course undertaken to help promote children's language was very interesting, and enabled her to support children's communication skills even further. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a good understanding of the signs that a child might be at risk of harm, and what action to take to safeguard their welfare. She understands her responsibility to ensure the suitability of all household members. The childminder conducts risk assessments to help children remain safe and she keeps a detailed record of any accidents.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children show high levels of concentration as they solve problems. For example, they work out how to use a camera, taking pictures of small creatures they discover in the garden. The childminder engages children in conversation and uses skilful techniques to encourage them to think and question. The childminder weaves mathematical learning through almost every activity, for example, helping the children count as they chop fruit. During board games children are encouraged to count and compare. The childminder promotes diversity well. She regularly shares traditions linked with worldwide celebrations.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder provides a wide range of opportunities that fully supports children to develop their understanding about living a healthy lifestyle. For example, she skilfully supports children to make homemade smoothies using their favourite fruits, which they delight in helping to prepare. Children enjoy lots of outdoor play in the garden with exciting activities and plenty of space to play freely. Children climb, ride wheeled toys and use different tools to explore materials. The childminder recognises that children are unique and manages their behaviour according to their age and stage of development. Clear explanations are given to help children understand the consequences of their actions.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children show good levels of self-motivation and spend sustained periods engaged in activities. They show independence, such as collecting and putting on aprons before messy activities. Children are very inquisitive and interested in everything that is going on around them. For example, they observe tadpoles in a tank. Reference books and life cycle charts help to enhance children's understanding of the life process, as tadpoles grow into frogs. All children make good progress in readiness for their next stage in learning, including their eventual move on to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY498295 Local authority West Sussex Inspection number 1040241 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 2

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2016 and lives in Worthing, West Sussex. She holds a relevant qualification at level 3. She operates all year round from 7.20am to 6.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for family holidays and bank 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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