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 settle in swiftly to the childminder's home-from-home setting. They are keen to explore the attractive learning environment and resources the childminder provides for them. Children demonstrate they feel safe and secure in the childminder's care. They laugh with delight as they play together, learning to take turns as they kick balls, for example. Children readily approach the childminder for cuddles and comfort, which are given warmly. Their emotional well-being is supported very effectively by the childminder.

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The provision is good

Children are learning about being friends with each other as they play. They are curious and self-motivated to explore. For instance, children look at the chickens and tortoises with enthusiasm. Children are developing respect for the childminder's pets and an understanding of how to care for them.

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The provision is good

Children are very caring to each other. Older children help settle the younger children to sleep, for example, and find their water bottles. They listen to and follow instructions, showing a positive attitude to the childminder, and each other. Children take pride in their achievements, such as when they independently dispose of their fruit peel in the bin. The childminder offers them warm praise and meaningful thanks, supporting their self-esteem well.

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n The childminder develops strong bonds with the children in her care and clearly knows them well. She understands how they like to learn and what they like to play with. The childminder uses this information to support their learning, and she plans engaging activities for the children. For instance, children explore a sensory tray set up with farm animals. They are highly motivated to explore and learn. n The childminder has clear aims for the children in her care. She adapts her curriculum to focus on areas where they need the most help in their learning. The childminder knows when to let children play and when to offer teaching opportunities. This supports all children to make progress from their starting points. n The childminder makes good use of opportunities to support children's spoken communication. For instance, she teaches children new words as they play, modelling the words and using gestures to support children's understanding.

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Children enjoy songs and stories with the childminder. They are developing effective communication skills. n Children learn to count as they play. For example, the childminder counts the steps as children climb up the slide. They are excited to count the eggs they gather from the chicken shed. Children develop an understanding of early

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21 September 2022 mathematical skills and concepts through meaningful experiences. n Children enjoy a variety of outings with the childminder. For example, they visit the beach, local parks, community groups and gardens. Children see different places and people and celebrate a range of festivals. This helps them learn about the diversity of the world and life in modern Britain. n Partnerships with parents and other settings that children attend are strong. Parents particularly comment that the childminder has supported their children's development socially. They report about the positive communication from the childminder that helps ensure continuity for their children's care and learning. n Children are confident and independent. They can freely access a good variety of resources and choose where to play. Children discover how to fill and empty containers and enjoy playing with small-world figures. The childminder is a

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positive role model for children, helping them to develop good manners, for instance. She supports their social and emotional development well. n The childminder encourages children to enjoy nutritious meals and snacks. She promotes an active lifestyle through unhurried play outdoors, for example. However, children do not consistently learn about the importance of handwashing before eating. At times, the childminder's high expectations are not consistent. For instance, children occasionally walk around eating. This does not promote their safety and positive behaviour. n The childminder makes effective use of training opportunities to keep her knowledge current. For instance, she has recently refreshed her knowledge of child development and assessment. This helps her to feel confident in her role in caring for children and supporting their learning.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a good understanding of her role to keep children safe and promote their well-being at all times. She recognises the indicators of possible abuse. The childminder knows the actions to take with any concerns she may have for children's welfare. She understands the procedure to follow if there is an allegation against her or a member of her household. The childminder keeps her knowledge current and seeks out opportunities to stay updated at all times. Children are supervised effectively as they play in her clean and welcoming learning environment.

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should:

n offer more consistent support for children to learn about healthy lifestyles, especially the importance of handwashing n review the organisation of the provision to ensure children are encouraged to

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should:

21 September 2022 follow the highest possible expectations for behaviour and safety at all times.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY343907 Local authority West Sussex Inspection number 10228426 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 6 Date of previous inspection 13 October 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2006. She lives in Emsworth, Hampshire. The childminder provides care from 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, throughout the year. She also provides care at weekends and overnight. The childminder has a childcare qualification at level 3.

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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 provider and has taken this into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure it is safe and suitable for children. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about her intentions for children's learning. The childminder and the inspector discussed how the curriculum had been implemented and the impact this had on children's learning. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request, including evidence of suitability of household members. n Parents shared their views of the setting with the inspector.

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Inspection activities

21 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

21 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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