Childminder EY552017

Overall effectiveness Good

The quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Not applicable

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The provision is good

Children are well supported by the kind and responsive childminder. They look to her for gentle reassurance when needed, and she freely offers affection while promoting their independence. Children have established close bonds with the childminder and are keen for her to join in with their play. They develop close friendships and enjoy each other's company. Children leave parents confidently when they arrive. They happily join other children to play. Children show that they feel safe and secure.

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The provision is good

Children learn through play as they freely access a wide range of toys and resources in the designated playroom. For example, they use their imagination when making drinks and food in the play kitchen. Children benefit from regular outings in the local area, for example to the park and playgroups. This helps them to learn about the local community in which they live and supports their social development.

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The provision is good

The childminder is a good role model. She consistently demonstrates her expectations for children's behaviour. For example, she gently reminds children of the rules when unwanted behaviour is displayed. As a result, children learn the importance of sharing toys and taking turns. The childminder praises good manners and positive behaviour to reinforce this. She has a calm nature which assists children as they learn to regulate their own behaviour, even when they are very excited.

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need to do better?

n The childminder promotes children's speech and language skills well. Children sing songs and rhymes with the childminder as they play. There are many good- quality books available for children to access, either independently or with the childminder as she reads to them on the sofa. However, on occasions, the childminder does not make the most of opportunities to fully extend children's speech development. For example, she does not always encourage children to fully express themselves. n Partnerships with parents are positive. There is a good exchange of information between home and the setting to provide continuity in children's care and learning. For example, the childminder keeps parents informed about their children's day and their development either electronically or verbally, or through the use of daily updates. Parents appreciate the caring, homely environment the childminder provides for children. They comment on the positive impact she has

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need to do better?

on children's abilities, in readiness for the next stage of their learning n The childminder encourages children to lead a healthy lifestyle. She offers healthy snacks and drinks, promotes personal hygiene, such as wiping runny

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need to do better?

23 January 2020 noses, and helps children with handwashing routines. n The childminder has a keen desire to help children to achieve as much as they are able to. She understands children's needs and interests and uses this information to develop the provision. For example, she evaluates children's development as they play. This means she is able to adapt the environment and activities on offer for children, which promotes their learning and understanding. n The playroom is set out to encourage children to be independent in their learning and as they develop self-help skills. For example, children are able to select high-quality toys and resources which interest them. They can reach their outdoor clothing and are encouraged to put their coats and wellies on before going out. n Children respond well to instructions and proudly carry out small tasks. They benefit from some open-ended questions and the introduction of new

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vocabulary. However, the childminder does not make the most of all opportunities to extend children's learning to the highest level. For example, she does not always allow children the time to think and respond to the questions she asks. n The childminder reflects on her practice and regularly seeks the views of parents and children to help her to identify areas for improvement. She keeps up to date with mandatory training such as safeguarding and paediatric first aid.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a good understanding of safeguarding matters and knows the action to take if she has any concerns about a child's welfare. She keeps her safeguarding knowledge up to date. The childminder is aware of the signs and symptoms which might indicate a child is at risk of harm. She is vigilant and keeps children safe in her home. The childminder carries out risk assessments of her home to ensure she provides a safe environment for children to play. She teaches children about being safe in her home and on outings.

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should:

n enhance children's speech development by providing more opportunities for them to express themselves fully n strengthen teaching skills to allow children more time to think and respond to questions during interactions.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY552017 Local authority West Sussex Inspection number 10133874 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 1 to 3 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2017 and lives in Horsham, West Sussex. She operates Monday to Friday from 8am to 5.30pm, all year round. The childminder works with another registered childminder.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector viewed the areas used for childminding. She talked to the children, childminder and co-childminder at appropriate times during the inspection. n The quality of teaching and the impact on children's learning were observed during the inspection. n The inspector sampled documentation, including the suitability and qualifications of the childminder, policies and procedures and children's development records. n The inspector observed interactions between children and the childminder. She evaluated the effectiveness of an activity with the childminder.

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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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