Childminder in East Sussex

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder understands children's development and how they learn. She has secure systems in place to assess their progress through the early years foundation stage and plan for what they need to learn next. n The childminder recognises the importance of planning a range of activities and experiences that promote the seven areas of learning. She is aware of the need to make learning enjoyable to help children engage and develop positive attitudes to learning. n The childminder knows how to manage and support children's behaviour. She understands the need to give clear and consistent messages regarding her expectations and how to teach children to respect others. The childminder talks about how creating a positive atmosphere can help children to become confident and self-assured. n The childminder fully understands the safeguarding and welfare requirements. She attends regular training to learn about local safeguarding procedures, as

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well as wider issues, including protecting children from extreme views. The childminder confidently knows the signs and symptoms that indicate a child may be at risk of abuse and how to access further support if needed. n The childminder knows the importance of working with parents to share information about children's learning and well-being. She understands how and when to keep parents up to date, such as through regular feedback and sharing ideas and resources to support learning at home. n The childminder is aware of the need for continued professional development and the benefits of reflecting on her provision. She keeps her childcare knowledge and skills up to date, such as through regular online training, research and professional discussion with other childminders.

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This provision meets requirements

There were no children in the early years age range 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 early years 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 2506630 Local authority East Sussex Inspection number 10207768 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 6 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2019. She lives in Telscombe Cliffs near Peacehaven in East Sussex. The childminder is available to provide childcare for ad-hoc hours, seven days a week, all year round.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the provider received since the COVID-19 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The inspector viewed the areas of the home available for childminding and discussed with the childminder how she plans to use the space to support children's learning. n The childminder discussed with the inspector how she plans to meet the needs of children, including their development, safety and welfare. n The inspector checked evidence of the childminder's qualifications and suitability and looked at policies and documents that the childminder uses.

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Inspection activities

7 January 2022 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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