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 Good

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The provision is good

Children settle quickly into the childminder's safe, homely, and welcoming environment. They form close, loving attachments with the childminder and feel relaxed and happy to explore. Younger children thoroughly enjoy choosing their toys and resources from the easily accessible storage boxes, in the well-stocked playroom. They rummage through items and search in detail confident they will find their favourite things, and ones they were specifically looking for. Children demonstrate how safe they feel. They look to the childminder for reassurance and approach her confidently for cuddles and emotional support. The childminder actively engages in play with the children. They delight in sharing experiences, such as spontaneous games of 'peek-a-boo', when the childminder hides balls in a tube, and children giggle with excitement when the ball is revealed.

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The provision is good

Young children develop good levels of confidence and high levels of self-esteem. The childminder praises them highly, and carefully shows them how to achieve new things. For example, she demonstrates how to blow on the harmonica to make the sound. Children immediately copy and clap their hands with pleasure to show how pleased they are with their achievements.

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The provision is good

Teaching is good. Children benefit from well planned activities, which interest them and help them develop a wide range of skills and knowledge. This prepares them well for future learning.

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need to do better?

n The childminder knows exactly what each child enjoys doing, what they are interested in, and how they prefer to play and learn. She ensures activities cover all areas of learning. Many of her resources are home-made, and she has considered carefully how she can support children's language and mathematical skills through fun, practical games. For example, children learn to match and sort items by colour, size and shape. They play games to develop an early understanding of number and letter recognition and develop their dexterity, as they use small-sized tongs to pick up and sort small items. n Children's learning is extended well, both at home, and in the wider environment. For example, the childminder uses regular outings to places of interest to broaden children's experiences. They delight in looking for seasonal items, such as conkers, acorns and pinecones and explore their textures, as they use them in play. The childminder uses her garden well to help children learn

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need to do better?

about the weather and opportunities for more active play. For example, children delight in jumping in puddles or developing their muscles, as they dig and explore in the sand. n The childminder organises her service well. She offers a professional service and

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need to do better?

17 October 2022 is fully aware of her responsibilities. She plans her provision well and regularly reflects on her practice, to see how she can further improve. She accurately recognises how she can enhance her teaching even further by looking into specialist methods, to support children who may need additional help in their learning. n Parents are very happy with the level of care offered by the childminder. One parent expressed the view of many by stating: 'We really appreciate the attention to detail the childminder has with regards to our child's developmental stage. Our child is very happy.' n Children's speaking and listening skills are promoted well. From a young age, the childminder encourages children to learn simple words as their play. The childminder uses picture books, finger puppets and different songs and rhymes to extend and broaden children's vocabulary. Children see pictures in books and

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make links in their learning. For example, children point at a picture of a dog and say 'woof' and the childminder correctly reinforces the word dog, which the child repeats. n The childminder demonstrates a very caring, affectionate approach with the children. She fully understands their unique characters and provides for this well. She recognises when children who are still learning to communicate want different things, and she responds promptly to their non-verbal cues. This means very young children's needs are met well. Children develop confidence to express their feelings and wishes, knowing the childminder will respond appropriately.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder consistently prioritises children's safety and well-being. She is vigilant throughout the home in assessing potential risks. She has completed a wide range of training in relation to health and safety, and fully accepts her responsibilities to safeguard children. She is confident about how to record and report any concerns and is familiar with the signs and indicators, which might suggest a child is at risk. Outings away from the home are planned carefully to assess any potential hazards. Relevant precautions are taken to ensure every child is kept safe, is able to take part, and benefits from an enjoyable learning experience.

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should:

n continue to use professional development opportunities to consistently improve teaching to the highest level, particularly in specialist areas, which support children who might need extra help in their learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY448670 Local authority East Sussex Inspection number 10228686 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 3 Number of children on roll 3 Date of previous inspection 16 January 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2012. She lives in Uckfield, East Sussex. She provides care for children between 7.30am and 6pm, from Monday to Thursday, all year round.

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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 setting. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about how she plans for each child's development and how she makes sure every child makes progress in their learning. n The inspector observed the childminder playing with children and evaluated how well she supports their learning. n A check of the childminder's home was completed to make sure it is safe and secure for children. n A small number of parents shared their feedback with the inspector, both in person and in writing.

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Inspection activities

17 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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Inspection activities

17 October 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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