Childminder in West Sussex

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder describes how she continues to update her professional development by attending training courses and networking with other professionals. The childminder explains how she would evaluate her practice to ensure she is delivering high standards of care and education. n The childminder describes how she plans a well-sequenced curriculum to support children's learning across all areas of learning. She talks about the importance of helping children gain the knowledge and skills they need for their future learning, including when they go to school. n The childminder describes how she supports children to develop their social and emotional skills and to regulate their behaviour. She talks about having high expectations for children's behaviour. For example, she would play games alongside children to model good turn taking and sharing. n The childminder describes how she provides activities and experiences to

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stimulate children's curiosity and awareness of the world. For example, she would encourage children to learn about different cultures, families and celebrations. This would support children's understanding of their community and the wider world. n The childminder explains how she provides children with fresh air and exercise every day. She would speak with children about the importance of a healthy diet to maintain a healthy body and teeth. Children would be encouraged to develop their independence skills, such as by helping to make meals together, getting dressed and taking themselves to the toilet. n The childminder explains how she would keep children safe. She knows the signs and symptoms of abuse and neglect. The childminder has a good understanding of how to record and report any concerns she might have about the safety or welfare of children.

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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 2531047 Local authority West Sussex Inspection number 10215115 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 4 Number of children on roll 1 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2019, and lives in Lancing, West Sussex. She works from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, term time only.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the childminder received since the COVID- 19 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the childminder. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how she ensures they are safe and suitable. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about her intentions for children's learning. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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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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25 March 2022 25 March 2022 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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