Childminder EY501535

Inspection date 17 September 2018 Previous inspection date Not applicable

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Not applicable Effectiveness of leadership and management Good 2 Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2 Personal development, behaviour and welfare Good 2 Outcomes for children Good 2

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The provision is good

n The childminder offers a welcoming, well organised and safe learning environment for children. They move safely around the home and garden and easily choose resources and play materials. n Children have good relationships with the childminder and are happy and settled in her care. The childminder is highly responsive to their individual needs and supports their physical and emotional development well. n There are positive partnerships with parents. The childminder keeps them well- informed about children's progress. For instance, they have easy access to their child's learning journal and the childminder offers suggestions for activities to continue at home. n Children take part in a wide variety of activities based on the childminder's accurate assessments and good understanding of their learning needs. They make good progress in their development. n The childminder reflects on her practice and is motivated to continually improve what

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The provision is good

she does. For instance, she is developing outdoor experiences further, to offer children exciting new challenges.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

n The childminder does not seek as much detailed information as she could from parents about children's achievements before they start at the setting, to help her plan for their learning and monitor progress as closely as possible from the very beginning. n The childminder has not fully extended opportunities for children to further expand their knowledge and understanding of diversity and different people and communities.

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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

n seek even more detailed information from parents about children's development when they first join the setting, to help clearly establish starting points and aid planning from the very beginning n extend the range of resources and experiences further that help strengthen children's understanding and awareness of diversity and the wider world.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector observed children taking part in activities with the childminder and assessed the impact this had on children's learning. n The inspector had discussions with the childminder about her practice and children's learning and development. n The inspector looked around the areas of the home used by children. n The inspector sampled paperwork and some of the children's learning records. n The inspector read some questionnaires from parents and took account of their views.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder understands her responsibility towards the children in her care. She has a thorough knowledge of how to recognise and report any child protection concerns. The childminder regularly seeks feedback from parents to help her evaluate the provision and identify any areas to improve. Comments from parents show they are very happy with the quality of care and the learning opportunities offered. They value the service highly. The childminder is motivated to continually develop her knowledge and skills. For instance, she researches new activities and ideas and keeps in close contact with other providers and the local authority to ensure she stays up to date with childcare practice.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder observes children closely and gets to know them well. She monitors their progress effectively and quickly identifies any areas where they are doing well and where they may need more support. She places a strong emphasis on encouraging younger children's physical skills and personal, social and emotional development. For instance, she builds a secure bond with them and provides plenty of safe space to move around and explore. The childminder skilfully supports children's communication and language development. For example, she talks to children as they play, sings with them and shares stories. She demonstrates new skills and gives children time to test things out and try for themselves. For instance, children had fun finding out what sounds different objects made and exploring new sensations and textures.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder is a good role model and has a warm, kind and caring approach. She successfully helps children settle in and feel secure. For instance, she makes sure she follows their familiar home routines when they start. Children behave well. The childminder supports children's good health and well-being effectively. She is conscientious about children's safety and checks her home carefully to identify and reduce any potential hazards. She supervises children closely at all times. The childminder follows careful hygiene routines to help reduce the risk of cross- contamination, such as when changing nappies. Children benefit from daily opportunities to play outside. They thoroughly enjoy new experiences in the garden, such as catching bubbles or playing in the mud kitchen.

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Outcomes for children are good

Young children are eager to investigate new toys and explore their environment. They develop good physical skills and begin to do things for themselves, such as grasping some banana or a cracker to eat. Young children are delighted to discover what happens when they push a button or shake a toy. They learn about shape and size as they test out new toys. They become good communicators and express their emotions and needs. Children take part in a wide range of interesting outings that help broaden their experiences. They are well-prepared for their future learning and for eventually starting school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY501535 Local authority East Sussex Inspection number 10067361 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 0 - 5 Total number of places 4 Number of children on roll 6 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2016. She lives in Newick, East Sussex. She cares for children from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday during term time only. The childminder is a qualified teacher.

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Registers

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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