Childminder in West 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 Good

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The provision is good

Children are happy, confident and settled. They have a warm bond with the childminder, and they demonstrate that they feel happy and safe in her care. Children enjoy their time at the childminder's home and are keen to join in the exciting activities that the childminder has planned for them. For example, they jump up and down with excitement when they know their favourite activity is about to begin. Children behave well and are polite. The childminder has clear expectations for behaviour, which she clearly communicates to children.

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The provision is good

Children show excellent imagination as they turn a play kitchen into a café where they sell and serve pretend cakes they have made for a visitor to the home. The childminder responds swiftly to help extend their learning effectively. For example, she provides tools, such as spoons and baking trays, to challenge children's thinking and extend their learning.

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The provision is good

Children are very well motivated to learn and show high levels of curiosity. For example, they pretend that there is a car that needs to be fixed, exclaiming 'I'm fixing the wheels on your car, and then I'm finished!'. The childminder identifies what children need to learn and gives effective support so that children make good progress for their age. The childminder communicates well to check children's understanding and provides clear explanations to improve their learning. This helps children to persevere during activities.

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n Children develop good levels of independence. They find and put on their own shoes, ready to go outside and attend to their self-care needs very well. Children cut up their fruit and pour their own drinks. They enjoy a varied and healthy diet, and take regular exercise, both inside and outside. This helps to promote their physical health effectively. n The childminder observes children as they play, which allows her to monitor their progress carefully. She quickly identifies any delay in children's learning and acts swiftly to have discussions with parents or outside agencies if appropriate. The childminder builds positive relationships with local schools. She shares information about children, which helps staff ensure that children have the best possible start in the next stage of their education. n The childminder supports children's developing language skills well. For example, she uses play opportunities to introduce new words such as 'mechanic'

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need to do better?

and 'celebration', which children then go on to include in their play. However, on occasion, the childminder does not give children enough time to process their thoughts and express their ideas when responding to questions. n The childminder supports children to learn mathematical skills as they play. For

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16 September 2022 example, she teaches about 'less' and 'more' when children are pretending to make and sell cakes in a shop. Children then go on to demonstrate an understanding of what quantities mean during their play. n Children show high levels of perseverance under the encouraging eye of the childminder. For instance, they patiently decorate animals they have made, and beam with pride when the childminder praises them for not giving up. The childminder encourages children to do things on their own. This helps children grow in confidence and self-esteem when they achieve something for the first time. n Partnerships with parents are strong. This allows the childminder to work with them to further develop children's learning and development. Parents mention that the childminder is kind, caring and approachable. They are appreciative about the information shared about children's ongoing achievements. The

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childminder considers children and parents' needs and works hard to lessen separation anxiety in children resulting from the recent COVID-19 pandemic. n The childminder has developed an ambitious programme to improve her professional knowledge aimed at achieving better outcomes for children. For example, she regularly engages in training, such as supporting children with their speech and language. As a result, children thrive under her good-quality professional care. n Children benefit from regular opportunities to socialise with other children and adults, such as in playgroups and when visiting a nearby care home for older people. They visit libraries, parks and shops, which helps support their wider learning effectively and enables them to develop a broader understanding about the community.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder vigilantly supervises children at all times. She carries out risk assessments inside and outside the home and takes action to keep children safe from any hazards. The childminder has a sound knowledge of safeguarding and knows exactly what to do if she has concerns about children's welfare. She clearly explains the indicators that may alert her to any child protection issues, such as signs of abuse, female genital mutilation, and radicalisation. The childminder attends statutory safeguarding training to ensure that her knowledge is current and holds a current paediatric first-aid certificate.

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should:

n give children enough time to process their thoughts and express their ideas when responding to questions.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY443200 Local authority West Sussex Inspection number 10228630 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 5 Number of children on roll 6 Date of previous inspection 9 November 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2012. She lives in Goring-by-Sea, West Sussex. The childminder has a childcare qualification at level 3 and provides care for children between 7.30am and 5.30pm each weekday, 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 and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The childminder showed the inspector around the areas of her home that are used for childcare. n The inspector looked at a selection of documents and checked evidence of the suitability of others living on the premises. n The inspector observed children in their play and took account of their views. n Parents shared their written views with the inspector. n The inspector assessed the impact of the quality of the childminder's interactions and the play opportunities she provides for children.

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Inspection activities

16 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

16 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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