Childminder in East Sussex

Overall effectiveness Good

The quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Good

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The provision is good

Babies and children enjoy their time in this warm and friendly setting. They go to the childminder, or her assistant, for a cuddle or support when needed. The adults respond affectionately, which helps to promote children's emotional well-being. The childminder and her assistant gently remind children of their expectations and guide behaviour effectively with enthusiastic praise when children behave appropriately or succeed in a task. Children quickly feel part of the group and even the youngest take turns and share toys with their friends. For example, they pass musical instruments around so that everyone can join in. They learn to be aware of the feelings of others and show kindness.

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The provision is good

Children happily explore and investigate toys in the well-thought-out playrooms and garden. They access their own choice of activity and begin to develop independence as they find what they need for their play. The childminder and her assistant understand how children learn and know the children well. They plan activities to match each child's interest and to move them on in their development. All children, including the youngest babies, are included in purposeful activities and make good progress. Learning is fun, and children are completely absorbed in their play.

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need to do better?

n The experienced childminder has a good understanding of her role. She reflects on her practice and updates her skills and knowledge to help improve children's learning. She meets with other childminders to find new ideas to support improvement. The childminder recently completed training to update her knowledge of how to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. n The childminder and her assistant work together, ensuring that the children are well cared for at all times. They are good role models, helping children to learn respect for others. Children behave well. n The childminder ensures routines are flexible to closely meet the needs of the children. For example, children are able to sleep when they are tired, and lunch or snack is provided when children are hungry. Children's individual care needs are very well met. n The childminder and her assistant guide and support children as they play,

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need to do better?

adding conversation, resources or new challenge. For example, children mix oats and water in the outside play kitchen. They feel the textures and carefully spoon the water. The childminder uses new words, such as 'scoop' and 'measure', as she develops the play to include weighing and counting. n Children learn the words and actions to familiar songs and rhymes. They eagerly choose songs to sing and books for the childminder to read. She uses props,

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need to do better?

3 October 2019 such as toy characters, to help extend the attention of younger children to the story. Children develop attitudes and skills such as good listening, that are the foundations for success in later experiences, such as starting school. n The childminder provides very good opportunities for babies and children to develop control of their bodies and to be active. For instance, babies are encouraged to move to music, and older children throw and catch balls. n Overall, the childminder and her assistant use good teaching strategies. However, there are occasions when they ask too many questions that interrupt children's investigation and thinking. n Children benefit from a wide range of outings with the childminder, which extend their experiences further. For instance, they explore local parks, go to the library and make regular visits to a playgroup, to help increase their understanding of other people and the world around them.

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need to do better?

n Sometimes the childminder and her assistant miss opportunities to help younger children understand why they need to do things, such as putting on coats to go outside when it is cold or eating a healthy diet. n The childminder keeps parents regularly updated about what their children are doing and learning. She works closely with them to support children through milestones such as toilet training and teeth cleaning.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a strong understanding of her responsibility to keep children safe. She, and her assistant, have a good knowledge of the possible signs that a child is at risk of abuse or neglect. They know the correct procedure to follow if they have any concerns about a child's welfare and who to contact if an allegation is made against them. They access training regularly to help them keep their safeguarding knowledge up to date. The childminder risk assesses her home and garden and all outings. She maintains clean toys and equipment which are safe for the children to use.

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should:

n give children time to follow their own ideas and process their learning n help children to gain a greater awareness of why they carry out routine tasks, to enhance their understanding of how to keep themselves safe and healthy.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY426600 Local authority East Sussex Inspection number 10062832 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 to 7 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 8 Date of previous inspection 7 June 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2011 and lives in Eastbourne, East Sussex. The childminder has a childcare qualification at level 3 and provides care for children between 8am and 5.30pm each weekday, all year round. The childminder works with an assistant.

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Inspection activities

n The childminder gave the inspector a tour of the areas of the home which are used for childminding. n The childminder completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the inspector. n The inspector spoke with the childminder, her assistant and the children at appropriate times during the inspection. n The inspector spoke to a parent and viewed written feedback. n The inspector observed the quality of teaching and learning during activities indoors and outdoors.

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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

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