Childminder, Out-of school day care in West Sussex

This provision meets requirements

Children smile widely when they spot the childminder in the playground after school. They clearly know the routines and put on brightly coloured hats to wear on their walk back to the childminder's house. They chat confidently to each other and the childminder about their busy school day. Children enjoy playing games on safer stretches of the journey, such as follow my leader, and moving in different ways. They are self-motivated to join in and pretend to jump like frogs or hop like rabbits. Laughter abounds as children happily make their way to the house with the childminder.

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This provision meets requirements

Children confidently enter the house and safely store their belongings. They demonstrate they know the expectations the childminder has for them. For instance, they know to clean their hands as they enter the house. Children benefit from an attentive childminder, who makes them feel welcome and valued. They show they feel safe and secure in her care.

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This provision meets requirements

Children can freely access a range of resources to explore and play with. They enjoy looking at books, playing games and exploring dough. Children behave well and play together cooperatively.

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need to do better?

n The childminder places the safety of the children as high importance. She has boundaries in place to help children understand about their own safety. For instance, she teaches them what to do if they see a moving car close to where they are walking. The childminder asks children to stay together and wear highly visible hats, helping her to effectively supervise them. Children listen and respond swiftly to instructions and requests. Children demonstrate positive attitudes to the childminder, and to each other. n Older children are caring and kind to younger children. They hold their hands on the walk from the school and play games together at the childminder's house. Children take turns with resources, delighting in using different kitchen utensils as they play with dough. They are engaged as they investigate and explore. n The childminder knows the children she cares for well. She understands what

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they like to do. Children enjoy sharing what they have learned with the childminder, who listens attentively to what they say. She finds particular books for children to look at, supporting and developing their thirst for knowledge. n The childminder has built positive partnerships with the school. This supports effective communication between school and parents, as she reliably shares information. The childminder knows what children are learning at school, enabling her to talk to children and encourage them to reflect on their day. This

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11 October 2022 helps children feel valued and included. n Children learn about good health and hygiene routines, such as cleaning their hands before eating. They enjoy nutritious snacks that the childminder provides. Children listen to what the childminder says and respond positively, such as when asked to sit down to eat their fruit. The childminder teaches children the reasons why they need to sit down, using simple clear explanations. This supports them to rapidly understand about their safety. n At times, the childminder does not consistently help children to learn about being responsible. For instance, children leave resources on the floor and table, and fail to tidy up when they have finished playing. The childminder does not consistently expect children to help tidy up after themselves. n Parents are very complimentary about the childminder. They speak highly about the effective communication their receive from her. Parents report how much

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their children enjoy their time with the childminder. n The childminder is reflective, using feedback from children and parents to help her to continue to develop her setting. She seeks out opportunities to attend training. For instance, the childminder has increased her knowledge of how to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. This allows her to offer more individualised support to children.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a secure understanding of her role to keep children safe and promote their well-being at all times. She knows what the indicators of possible abuse are. The childminder knows the procedures to follow if she has any concerns about children's welfare. She is aware of the actions to take if there are allegations against her or members of the household. The childminder ensures her house is clean, tidy and suitable for children to play in.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY449468 Local authority West Sussex Inspection number 10235861 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 10 Date of previous inspection 4 January 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2012 and lives in Pulborough, West Sussex. She provides care for children before and after school, as well as during the school holidays.

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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 this into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure thay are safe and suitable for children. n The inspector talked to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection. 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

11 October 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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