Childminder in West Sussex

Overall effectiveness Good

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

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The provision is good

Children show they feel safe and well cared for. They have developed an exceptionally positive relationship with the childminder and her assistants. Children illustrate this as they confidently approach all adults for cuddles and reassurance. Children's early literacy skills are developing well. They enjoy drawing pictures and listen attentively to stories. The childminder encourages children to look at books to find things out for themselves. For example, they learn the names of dinosaurs as they match their toy dinosaur to pictures in books. Children's behaviour is exceptional. Older children show great empathy towards each other. They have developed close and trusting friendships. Children engage in meaningful conversations about their drawings and proudly display them for all to admire. Children listen to and follow instructions well. They receive very clear warnings from assistants at points throughout the day for routine changes. This

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The provision is good

enables children to understand when they need to draw their chosen play to a close. Young children are very well supported with regard to their care needs. Assistants show great sensitivity when changing children's nappies, they close window blinds so nobody can see into the house to respect young children's privacy.

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n The childminder uses her knowledge of what children know and can do to plan an interesting curriculum. She observes their starting points and monitors their progress regularly and accurately. This helps her identify any gaps and plan children's next steps in learning. The childminder shares her observations with parents so that they can support children's learning at home. All children make good progress. n The support provided to children with special educational needs and/or disabilities is a particular key strength of the provision. The childminder and her assistants work closely with parents to ensure they meet children's individual needs. The childminder is extremely proactive in accessing support from a range of agencies. This ensures all children are given the best possible start to life. n The activities on offer provide interesting and thought-provoking opportunities for children that they become thoroughly engrossed in. For instance, children

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explored dinosaurs frozen in ice and tested out their theories, such as placing the ice in the sunshine so that it would melt. This sensory experience captures all children's interests and holds their attention for long periods of time. n The childminder models language clearly to promote young children's speech and communication skills. Children enjoy sharing favourite stories from a young age. They develop a love of books and songs. Children excitedly participate in action songs. They listen carefully, anticipate the awakening of bunnies, and then burst into hopping bunnies. They giggle with delight, demonstrating their

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28 July 2021 enjoyment. Children's physical development is well supported as they climb and slide on play equipment. They jump and bounce on the trampoline and bouncy castle. n The childminder makes the most of her large inviting garden to develop children's understanding of nature. Children make bird feeders to hang on branches in trees and then enjoy watching and talking about the different birds that visit the garden. They use magnifying glasses to look more closely at worms and spiders and check their bug hotel for any new visitors. However, at times, assistants do not make the best use of their interactions with children to offer further challenges in their learning. n Partnerships with other settings are effective. The childminder communicates well with local schools to support children's transitions. She shares valuable information about children's progress to help establish continuity in their care

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and learning. n The childminder places a strong focus on her professional development to support children's learning and well-being. She uses research, training, and professional conversations to improve her practice. For example, she demonstrates a good understanding of how to support children with additional needs. This results in flexible care routines and exciting activities that capture and motivate all children's learning. n Relationships with parents are good. Parents share they feel informed of their children's progress. They receive informative newsletters of activities and events that are taking place. Parents comment that they feel their children flourish in the care of the childminder and her assistants.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder and her assistants have a clear knowledge of child protection issues and the wider aspects of safeguarding. They understand their roles and responsibilities in safeguarding children and how to refer any concerns they may have about children or adults. They quickly identify and act upon children's non- attendance to ensure their safety. The childminder completes risk assessments of her premises and outings. She has recently added a gate that leads down to the sandpit area and a further lock to her garden gate to help keep children safe. The childminder makes clear records of any accidental injuries that children may have and shares this information promptly with parents.

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n make the most of assistants' interactions with children to offer further challenges and extend their learning fully.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY560262 Local authority West Sussex Inspection number 10201378 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

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inspection

Total number of places 18 Number of children on roll 35 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2019. She lives in Haywards Heath, West Sussex. She offers care Monday to Friday from 8am until 6pm all year round. The childminder receives funding for the provision of early education for children aged two, three and four years. She holds a childcare qualification at level 3 and works alongside her two assistants. The childminder follows the forest school ethos.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the setting received since the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the setting and has taken that into account in her evaluation. n The childminder and the inspector completed a tour of the premises together. n The inspector carried out a joint observation with the childminder, spoke with assistants and interacted with children. n Parents shared their views about the setting with the inspector. n The inspection was carried out following the risk assessment process.

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Inspection activities

28 July 2021 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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