Childminder in West Sussex

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder discusses how she intends to help children of all ages make good progress. She has a robust knowledge of child development and understands how to provide challenging and enjoyable activities. The childminder understands how to help prepare them for their future learning and school. n The childminder describes how she plans to support children's communication skills. She is able to identify when children need more support and how she can help them to become confident talkers. n The childminder recognises the importance of working in partnership with parents for continuity in children's care and learning. She knows how to use her professional development to work collaboratively with external agencies to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. n The childminder understands the importance of supporting children's emotional and physical well-being. She plans to teach children how to lead healthy

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This provision meets requirements

lifestyles, such as through the promotion of healthy eating and the provision of regular opportunities to access the outdoors. n The childminder understands how to provide an inclusive and welcoming environment for children. She places importance on making sure children feel valued. For example, she asks children for ideas about activities they would like to do. n The childminder understands the importance of reflecting on her practice. She seeks feedback from parents and children when evaluating the quality of the service she provides. She has identified areas of professional development where she can enhance the quality of the care she provides even further. n The childminder has a good understanding of her responsibilities to safeguard children in her care. She keeps her knowledge and understanding of child protection matters up to date. She is clear about signs which indicate a child may be at risk of harm and knows the procedures to follow to keep them safe.

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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.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY544027 Local authority West Sussex Inspection number 10097284 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 0 to 8 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 5 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in Shoreham-by-Sea. She operates all year round from 8.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an early years foundation degree.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector discussed with the childminder her knowledge of the early years foundation stage requirements. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation, including evidence of suitability checks and training certificates. n The inspector checked the areas of the childminder's home intended to be used for childminding and discussed with her how she will make them safe.

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Inspection activities

We carried out this inspection 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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Inspection activities

19 September 2019 regulates and inspects to achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, further education and skills, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children's services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

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