Childminder EY537681

Inspection date 8 October 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 Not Applicable

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The provision is good

n The childminder offers a welcoming, well-organised environment for children. They move around the home safely and easily choose from toys and resources in the inviting playroom. n Children are happy and settled in the childminder's care. They have good relationships with the childminder and her family. The childminder responds to them warmly and is attentive to their individual emotional and physical needs. n There are positive partnerships with parents. The childminder keeps them well informed and provides relevant updates on a daily basis. Parents are very happy with the care provided. n The childminder is strongly motivated to continually develop her knowledge and skills. For instance, since she registered she has begun studying towards a relevant qualification which has enhanced how she plans activities and experiences for children.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

n The childminder does not work as closely as possible with the other settings that children attend to help develop a highly consistent approach. n The childminder has not fully extended the range of activities and resources available to help further develop children's understanding of diversity and the wider community.

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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 strengthen the partnership further with the other settings that children attend to help ensure an even more consistent approach to children's learning and care n extend experiences further that help children develop a greater understanding of diversity.

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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. n The inspector had discussions with the childminder about her practice and evaluated an activity with her. n The inspector looked around the areas of the home used by children. n The inspector sampled some of the childminder's paperwork and records. n The inspector spoke to some parents and read parent questionnaires and took account of their views.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a good understanding of her responsibilities towards the children in her care. She knows how to recognise and report any concerns about a child's welfare or well-being. The childminder checks her home thoroughly to help identify and minimise any potential hazards. She supervises children closely at all times to ensure they are safe. The childminder reflects on her practice and seeks regular feedback from parents to help her evaluate the provision. She makes sure she keeps up to date with changes to legislation and guidance, for instance through links with other childminders and childcare organisations. She identifies areas to develop that have a positive impact on children. For instance, she has reorganised the playroom so that suitable resources are more easily accessible to younger children on the lower shelves to encourage choice and independence.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children enjoy their time at the childminder's home after their day at nursery or school. The childminder gets to know them well and plans a range of interesting experiences based on a secure understanding of their interests and needs. She has a good knowledge of their development and quickly identifies any areas where they may need more support. The childminder engages well with the children, for instance she talks to them and asks them questions to encourage their language skills as they play. She gives them time to explore and experiment, for instance, children have great fun pouring water into different sized containers during a tea party in the garden. Children gain confidence to test out their ideas, such as finding out what will happen if they put a tissue in the water.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder is a good role model. She offers children kind, patient guidance and praise. Children behave well. They play together happily and learn to share equipment and take turns. The childminder encourages children's self-care and independence skills well. For instance, children put on their own boots to play outside. The childminder supports children's good health and well-being effectively. She teaches children useful skills and knowledge to help them keep themselves healthy and safe. For example, children remember the gate has to be shut before they play outside and know they need to wash their hands before they eat. The childminder offers a nutritious snack in the afternoon and encourages children to try new food. Children enjoy being active. They are eager to play games in the garden or help to feed the chickens.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY537681 Local authority West Sussex Inspection number 10077111 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 4 - 8 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 2 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2016. She lives in Copthorne, West Sussex. The childminder cares for children from 7.30am to 9am and 3pm to 5pm each weekday during term time only.

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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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Registers

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