Childminder in West Sussex

Inspection date 17 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 Good 2

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The provision is good

n The childminder provides a home-from-home environment and children are treated as part of the family. She places a high priority on supporting children's emotional development. This contributes to helping children to manage their feelings and how to treat each other with respect. n The childminder follows children's lead during their play. Children dance with enthusiasm, are eager to learn and enjoy joining in with nursery rhymes and number songs. n The childminder is a natural communicator with children and she supports their next steps in learning effectively. She understands how children learn and knows their interests well. She provides ideas to support and build on these. Children make good progress from their starting points. n Children are sociable and able to mix well with similar-aged children. The childminder organises purposeful outings. For example, children use trains and buses, and enjoy

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The provision is good

visits to stately homes and gardens. These activities help children to learn about the world around them. n The childminder reviews the quality of her practice effectively. She includes parents' and children's views in the process to support her to continually make improvements.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

n At times, the enthusiastic childminder does not always give children enough time for them to consider and reply to the questions that she asks. n The childminder has not established consistent strategies to actively involve all parents in their children's learning.

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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 provide children with sufficient time to consider information provided and have the opportunity to answer questions independently to help extend their own thoughts and ideas n develop ways to further extend parental involvement in their children's learning.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities and assessed the impact this had on children's learning. The inspector talked to the childminder and the children at appropriate times. n The inspector completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the childminder. n The inspector looked at evidence of the suitability checks completed on the childminder and other adults living on the premises. n The inspector looked at samples of children's records. She looked at a range of other documentation, including the safeguarding policy and procedures. n The inspector took account of the views of children's parents from documents containing their comments on the provision.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The childminder has a very secure understanding of her role in protecting children from harm. She knows the procedures to follow if she has any concerns about children's welfare. The childminder has implemented very detailed policies and procedures to support the service that she provides. She makes sure all areas and outings are safe for children. The childminder regularly completes a broad range of training to support her to extend her knowledge and skills. For instance, a focus on assessments of children's progress has led to an increased understanding about how children learn. She is aware of where to seek advice and support if she is concerned about children's development.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder provides a wide range of enjoyable and stimulating activities that captures children's interests. She interacts very well with children, such as helping them use scissors. Children have fun making Autumn trees and they create items of their own choice using dough. The childminder mirrors their play and introduces new words to extend their vocabulary. She introduces mathematical concepts and they make comparisons about the different sizes and shapes that they see on their creations. Children have easy access to good-quality resources. They enjoy taking part in a wide range of creative experiences, such as painting and exploring various textures. These activities are just some of the opportunities that the childminder provides to further support children's overall learning.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children have strong bonds with the childminder who is very attentive to their individual needs. They show through their expressions and play that they feel loved and secure. The childminder works closely with parents to ensure that children's dietary needs are met. She helps them to develop good manners and healthy eating habits. They receive lots of praise and encouragement, helping to promote their self-esteem. Children practise moving their bodies in different ways. For instance, they learn to balance during yoga activities and use challenging play equipment when visiting suitable play areas. The childminder teaches children safe practices, such as how to stay safe on outings and when they walk to and from school.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are well prepared for their future learning, including their eventual moves on to school. They are developing good social skills and are learning how to take turns during their play. Children enjoy sharing books and tell each other the story. They use pens and pencils well, supporting their early writing skills. Children are increasingly independent with their personal care. They develop an understanding of people's differences and enjoy learning about each other's backgrounds.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY501547 Local authority West Sussex Inspection number 10057146 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 0 - 8 Total number of places 4 Number of children on roll 6 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Registers

The childminder was registered in 2016 and lives in Crawley, West Sussex. She operates all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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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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