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 Not Met (enforcement)

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The provision is good

Children settle quickly in this warm, welcoming setting. The childminder and her assistant work closely together to support children's individual needs. The setting operates during the term time and they prioritise children's emotional well-being, as they return after a long break. Babies who are new to the setting snuggle closely into their designated key person.

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The provision is good

Children confidently explore their environment and choose from the suitable range of resources provided. There are high expectations for all children and the childminder encourages them to express their own preferences. Children are eager to do things independently and enjoy exploring and leading their own play. Children are given plenty of praise and encouragement, which supports their self- esteem and confidence. The childminder and her assistant are gentle and nurturing, and children build positive and trusting relationships with them.

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The provision is good

The childminder and her assistant use a consistent approach to encourage children's good behaviour. They respond sensitively when children are upset, helping them to manage these feelings. Children gradually begin to develop an awareness of other children's needs. For example, with support, they understand that it is kind to share toys and equipment.

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need to do better?

n The childminder has made the necessary improvements to her setting since the previous inspection. She has a secure understanding of safer recruitment procedures and of the statutory requirements for maintaining and storing documentation. n The childminder has experience and training of how to support children's learning. She knows the children well and finds out essential information from parents before they attend the setting. She uses the information and her observations to plan a range of enjoyable learning experiences which build on children's prior learning. n The childminder and her assistant observe children as they play, assessing their progress and their emerging interests. They plan a curriculum for children taking into account their individual needs, to ensure their inclusion. They provide activities that offer sufficient challenge and target any gaps in children's learning. n Children show a can-do attitude when they persevere with activities they find a

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challenge. For example, they explore the shape, weight and texture of large sensory balls and initially drop them on the floor. With a little guidance, they progress to rolling them on the floor safely. n Children squeal with excitement as they explore a range of objects in a dark

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7 September 2022 tent, which is gently lit with sensory lighting. The childminder introduces mathematical language, naming the different object shapes. Babies contentedly lie on a foil blanket, their senses stimulated by the texture, colour and sound. n Overall, the childminder promotes children's communication well. She encourages them to select their favourite stories, nurturing their early love of books. She enthusiastically listens to toddlers babble as they 'tell the story'. She provides an interesting narrative as children play, asking questions to encourage their thinking. At times, she moves on too quickly and does not allow children enough thinking time to respond. n The childminder ensures that children have a broad range of experiences that build on their understanding of the wider community. Children enjoy daily outings to a variety of places, including the park, library and soft play. This helps

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to promote their physical development and well-being. The childminder is currently making improvements to her outdoor area, which is currently not in use. n The childminder encourages children to drink their water, so they remain hydrated. Children bring their own healthy lunchboxes and they are directly supervised at lunchtime. They learn to manage risks from a young age. For example, the childminder explains and gently reinforces why they need to sit at the table while eating. n The childminder works closely with parents and links in with other settings children attend. This helps to promote consistency in children's care and learning. The childminder communicates with parents regularly. She uses secure electronic systems to share information with them and seek their views. Parents describe the setting as 'nurturing' and comment that their children have good relationships with the childminder and her assistant.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder and her assistant understand their role and responsibility to keep children safe. They keep their safeguarding knowledge up to date by attending mandatory training. The childminder has a good understanding of the signs and symptoms that may indicate a concern about children's welfare. The childminder and her assistant know the procedures to follow in the event of a safeguarding concern. This includes the procedure to follow in the event of an allegation being made against an adult. There are good levels of supervision in place and a clear risk assessment to minimise hazards for children's safety. For example, safety gates are placed to restrict access to potential hazards. The safeguarding policy is shared with parents.

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should:

7 September 2022 n ensure that children have sufficient time to process and respond to questions to enable them to develop their thinking skills.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY550313 Local authority East Sussex Inspection number 10239068 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 9 Number of children on roll 13 Date of previous inspection 7 March 2022

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2017. She lives in Ringmer, East Sussex. The childminder works with an assistant. She operates on a Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, from 7.30am to 6pm, term time only. The childminder holds a relevant qualification at level 5.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector discussed any continued impact of the pandemic with the provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure that it is safe and suitable. n The childminder and the inspector discussed how the childminder organises their early years provision including the aims and rationale for their EYFS curriculum. n The inspector discussed the improvements made since the last inspection and sampled some regulatory documentation, including suitability records for the childminder's assistant. n The inspection took account of the written views of parents. n The inspector observed the interactions between childminder/assistant and children.

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Inspection activities

7 September 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

7 September 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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