Childminder in East Sussex

Inspection date 3 June 2019 Previous inspection date 2 March 2016

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder provides a safe and welcoming environment. She has a secure understanding of the signs which might indicate a child's welfare is at risk. She knows the procedures to follow to report concerns. n The childminder knows how to evaluate what she does and identify areas for further development. She demonstrates a commitment to provide good-quality care and teaching. For example, she attends training offered by the local authority to improve her knowledge and skills. n The well-qualified childminder knows how to observe and assess children's learning. She understands how children learn and how to provide activities which extend their development and help them to progress well. n The childminder understands how to manage children's behaviour appropriately and how to help them develop good self-esteem and respect for others. n The childminder recognises the value of partnership working, such as with the local

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This provision meets requirements

school and other professionals, to maintain continuity of care and learning. n The childminder knows the benefits of children being active and playing outdoors. She understands how to promote healthy eating, for example, by providing nutritious snacks and home-cooked meals.

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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

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This provision meets requirements

n The inspector viewed the childminder's home, including the kitchen and garden, to check the suitability for childminding. n The inspector spoke with the childminder about her knowledge of the learning and development requirements and about how she will promote children's learning. n The inspector reviewed a range of documentation, including evidence of suitability checks, policies and procedures and the childminder's qualifications. n The inspector explored the childminder's understanding of how to keep children safe. n The inspector discussed with the childminder her process of self-evaluation and her improvement plan.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY464852 Local authority East Sussex Inspection number 10062839 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 6 - 8 Total number of places 4 Number of children on roll 2 Date of previous inspection 2 March 2016

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The childminder registered in 2013. She operates from Monday to Friday all year round. The childminder provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. She has a childcare qualification at degree level.

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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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