Childminder in East Sussex

Inspection date 12 March 2019 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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This provision is good

n The childminder and her assistant supervise children closely and carry out risk assessments. They teach children how to begin to take responsibility for keeping themselves safe. n The childminder fully understands her role and responsibilities. She has developed a strong network of local childminders with whom she shares ideas and best practice to help develop her knowledge and understanding. n The childminder provides a well-organised environment in which children are highly valued. She offers a range of stimulating resources and plans activities that interest and challenge children of all ages. Children show high levels of concentration as they play. They thoroughly enjoy their chosen activities. n The childminder clearly demonstrates her passion and enthusiasm for her role. Parents' written comments are complimentary, stating that that their children are very happy, and that the childminder does a 'fabulous job'.

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This provision is good

n The childminder knows each child very well. She observes them closely and forms an accurate picture of their development. She uses this to inform her planning and to close any gaps in their learning. All children make good progress, including those who speak English as an additional language. n Parents are very pleased with the care the childminder provides and the progress their children make. However, the childminder does not use every opportunity to involve them fully in promoting their children's learning at home. n The childminder misses some opportunities to extend children's interest to explore and investigate the natural world even further.

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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 promote partnership working with parents more fully and share ideas about ways in which parents can further support children's learning at home n extend children's opportunities to develop their interest and skills to explore and investigate the natural world further.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector observed activities and spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times. n The inspector observed children's play and evaluated an activity with the childminder. n The inspector held discussions with the childminder. She looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household. n The inspector took account of the written views of the parents.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder and her assistant complete regular training, including first aid and safeguarding. The childminder is knowledgeable when it comes to keeping children safe from harm. She is vigilant about recognising potential signs of harm or neglect. She works together with other agencies to take action and remove children from danger when necessary. The childminder is reflective and understands the importance of keeping her knowledge current. For example, she has completed training to help support children who speak English as an additional language. This has had a positive impact on children and their families.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder has a good knowledge of the interests, skills and abilities of each child in her care. She uses effective strategies to help develop children's language skills. These include talking, singing and asking children age-appropriate questions throughout the session. Children have good opportunities to learn about the similarities and differences between themselves and others. For example, they visit local parks, farms, shops and attend toddler groups. This helps to extend their understanding of the diverse lives, cultures and backgrounds of the people in their community.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are settled and have strong relationships with the childminder and her assistant. They are secure in being able to express their needs and wants. The childminder knows each child's routine and recognises when they are becoming tired or hungry. She encourages children to eat healthily and they are reminded to drink water to keep hydrated. The childminder encourages children to develop independence, for example by selecting resources and learning to manage their own personal needs. She provides consistent guidance to support children's understanding of behavioural boundaries. For instance, she encourages them to help with tasks such as tidying up and praises them when they share toys with other children.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress in all aspects of their learning, particularly their mathematical development. They have a good understanding of size, shape and number. They enjoy their play and learning and are keen to take part in the activities on offer. They watch the childminder and copy her actions to learn new skills, such as how to use a roller to flatten dough. All children demonstrate a positive attitude to learning and are well prepared for the next stage of their learning journey.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY500592 Local authority East Sussex Inspection number 10080095 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 - 4 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 4 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Registers

The childminder registered in 2016 and lives in Eastbourne, East Sussex. She operates all year round from 7.45am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3. She provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. The childminder works with an assistant.

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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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