Childminder EY542861

Inspection date 8 February 2019 Previous inspection date Not applicable

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder demonstrates a good knowledge and understanding of her responsibility and understanding of the early years foundation stage requirements. n The childminder is aware of the need to provide children with a stimulating learning environment. She has a large selection of toys and equipment for children to independently make choices about their play. She is aware of the need to make use of the children's interests and next steps in learning, indoors and outdoors, to help them engage in their play. n The childminder has a secure understanding of safeguarding and her responsibility to protect children's welfare. n The childminder recognises the importance of promoting good behaviour and respect for others to help support children's personal development and their welfare. She knows how to teach children about healthy lifestyles, for example by providing regular outdoor play and encouraging healthy eating.

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder completes a range of training to update her knowledge and skills, which helps her understanding of how to promote children's learning and development. n The childminder knows the importance of self-evaluation, to continually improve practice and children's experiences.

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This provision meets requirements

There were no children present when this inspection took place. The findings in this report are based on evidence gathered from discussions with those who care for the children and an inspection of the premises, equipment and relevant documentation. Where there are no children present, no judgement is made on the quality of the early years provision as there is no reliable evidence on which to assess its impact on children. The report states whether the provider continues to meet the requirements of registration. Inspection activities n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the requirements of the early years foundation stage. n The inspector viewed the childminder's policies and procedures, including those relating to safeguarding requirements. n The inspector viewed parts of the registered premises used for childminding and checked the suitability of toys and resources available.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY542861 Local authority West Sussex Inspection number 10093430 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 - 10 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 7 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in Hassocks, West Sussex. She operates Wednesday to Friday from 7.45am to 5.45pm, during term time only.

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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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