Childminder EY501224

Inspection date 20 August 2018 Previous inspection date Not applicable

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Effectiveness of leadership and management Requires improvement Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare Requires improvement Outcomes for children Good 2

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The provision requires improvement. It is not yet good because:

n The childminder does not have a secure understanding of the events and changes that need to be notified to Ofsted. n The childminder does not obtain written parental permission for the administration of all specific medication before giving it to a child. n The childminder does not make full use of links with parents and other settings children attend, to help enhance a continuity of approach in children's care and learning. n The childminder does not consistently organise resources for very young children in the best way to enable them to choose freely from a wide variety of resources that interest and engage them.

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It has the following strengths

n The childminder makes good use of her observations of children to assess their progress and identify next steps in learning. n The childminder gets to know children well and helps them make good progress from their starting points in learning. n The childminder interacts well with older children and successfully extends their speaking skills. n Children behave well and form strong friendships with others.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To meet the requirements of the early years foundation stage and Childcare Register the provider must: Due date improve knowledge of significant events or changes that must be notified to Ofsted 24/08/2018

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

obtain written parental permission for the administration of any medication. 24/08/2018

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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 develop stronger links with parents and other settings that children attend, to support greater continuity and consistency in children's care and learning n provide more opportunities for very young children to choose and explore a wide variety of resources independently.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector observed children's activities indoors and in the garden. n The inspector sampled children's learning records and other relevant documentation. n The inspector took account of the views of parents from the childminder's questionnaires. n The inspector discussed childcare practice with the childminder.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management requires improvement

The childminder does not have a secure knowledge of the legal requirements with regard to notifications to Ofsted. She did not inform Ofsted of a significant change. However, the childminder is improving her knowledge in other areas by, for example, completing childcare courses. She recently completed training that increased her awareness of how to help children learn to manage their behaviour in an acceptable way. The childminder has a sound understanding of how to recognise and report any child protection concerns. Safeguarding is effective. The childminder reflects on her practice and makes some improvements that benefit children. For instance, after monitoring children's progress she identified the need to provide more opportunities for them to practise their early writing skills.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder provides a variety of stimulating and interesting activities for older children. For example, they enjoy playing with toy sea creatures and dinosaurs in a tray of rice. Children spend a long time investigating and moving the rice. Younger children show good physical skills as they climb in and out of a favourite car. They confidently explore simple technology, such as a toy computer and other toys that make sounds. The childminder gives support and extends children's learning. For example, she reinforces counting when they play on a swing. The childminder helps children measure and compare their heights.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare require improvement

The childminder gains verbal permission from parents to administer any medication they provide. However, she does not obtain this permission in writing as required. There is minimal impact on the care of children as the childminder makes parents aware of any medication she has administered. The childminder creates a homely environment where children feel at ease and emotionally secure. The childminder helps children learn how to stay safe and in good health. For example, children enjoy daily exercise and fresh air. The childminder encourages children to manage their own personal care needs, such as cutting up fruit at snack time. Very young children hold their bottles and feed themselves.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are well prepared for a successful move on to school. They are keen learners who like to join in with activities. All children are happy, confident and settled. Young children are curious and enjoy exploring their world. Older children become absorbed in meaningful play. Children have strong social skills and show good manners. Older children are confident speakers who readily engage in conversations with adults and friends. For example, they recall past events and talk about their family.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY501224 Local authority West Sussex Inspection number 10057120 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 1 - 3 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2016. She lives in Broadbridge Heath, West Sussex. The childminder has a relevant childcare qualification at level 3. She offers care from 7.30am to 6.30pm from Monday to Friday, all year round. The childminder receives funding for the provision of free early years education for children aged two, three and four years.

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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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