Childminder in West Sussex

Inspection date 3 October 2018 Previous inspection date 20 July 2015

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Good 2 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 has strong relationships with the children. She has a secure understanding of their interests and needs, and provides a warm and welcoming environment where children settle quickly. n The childminder has a good knowledge and understanding of the learning and development requirements. She monitors children's learning constantly and understands how to challenge learning through their ideas and interests. Children make good progress. n Partnerships with parents are good. The childminder understands the importance of involving parents in all aspects of their child's development and values their suggestions. Parents are very happy with the care that the childminder provides. n The childminder strives to improve. Since her last inspection, she has attended training to help develop her knowledge of supporting children with additional needs and promoting creativity. This has had a positive impact on her practice and understanding

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The provision is good

of how to support those with complex needs.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

n Occasionally, the childminder's expectations of children are a little too high. This means that children sometimes lose interest in certain activities. n The childminder does not work fully effectively with other settings that children attend to better support their ongoing needs.

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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 ensure the learning expectations for children are accurate, so that activities are always challenging but achievable for their age and stage of development n strengthen further the partnerships with other settings that children attend, to help provide an even better approach to their ongoing learning.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and children, and the quality of her teaching during activities. n The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection. n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she observes, assesses and plans for children's individual development. n The inspector viewed all areas of the home that children have access to. n The inspector viewed written feedback from parents to gain their opinions of the childminder and the service she provides.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder ensures that her knowledge and understanding is up to date and in line with current guidelines and legislation. For example, she completes online courses. She knows the procedures to follow should she have concerns about children's safety or well-being, and possible signs to be aware of. In addition, thorough risk assessments of her home and garden help her ensure children are safe at all times. The childminder's attitude towards continuous development is good. She has addressed previous recommendations well. For example, children have lots of opportunity to develop their knowledge and understanding of letter sounds.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children are keen to explore and do so confidently. The childminder allows children to lead their own play, which she successfully supports and extends. For example, children show a particular interest in building a track for the toy cars and trains. The childminder asks them a variety of questions to help develop their thinking and problem-solving skills, such as, 'what can we do to make it taller?' Children engage in play and learning for long periods of time. The childminder supports and challenges children's mathematical knowledge well. For example, she repeats while children count resources and asks them what number comes next. Children have a secure understanding of number.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children thoroughly enjoy their time in the childminder's home. They include her in their play and regularly laugh together during games. The childminder constantly praises and encourages children, which helps develop their confidence and self-esteem. Children behave well, follow instructions and understand what is expected from them. They have plenty of opportunities to be active. For example, children enjoy games of football and throwing and catching frisbees in the garden. This also helps develop their understanding of taking turns. Children have a good knowledge of hygiene procedures. For example, they know to wash their hands before eating. The childminder encourages children to learn about the wider world. For example, they go for walks and use the local play park.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress in preparation for future learning and moving onto school. They show a real interest in letter sounds. They recognise some letters in printed form and begin to blend the sounds together to form simple words or familiar names. Children are beginning to develop their early writing skills, and use a variety of utensils to make meaningful marks, for example, stampers.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY443248 Local authority West Sussex Inspection number 10066652 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 2 - 7 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 6 Date of previous inspection 20 July 2015

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2011. She lives in Ashington, Pulborough, West Sussex. The childminder operates Monday to Friday, from 7.30am to 6pm, except for bank holidays.

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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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