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 thrive in this homely, welcoming and nurturing environment. They form special bonds with the childminder, and she is kind, caring and affectionate in her interactions with them. There is a very relaxed atmosphere and children are seen to be happy, safe and well looked after.

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The provision is good

Children make good progress in their learning. The childminder uses everyday routines and well-planned activities to support children's development. She helps them to build on their knowledge and skills. Younger children quickly become competent and independent in feeding themselves. For example, the childminder provides them with a spoon or fork at mealtimes and encourages them to copy what she is doing. Children do this well and become confident in managing by themselves. Older children develop a good understanding of simple concepts as the childminder successfully incorporates these into games and activities. For example, two-year-olds quickly recognise the colour of their favourite train characters; they count items and identify basic shapes.

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The provision is good

Children behave well. They learn to share, take turns and be kind to others as the childminder role models this behaviour well. She praises children highly and they respond positively when they achieve new things. For example, a younger child successfully copies the childminder's actions to make the sound 'mmmm' and claps his hands with delight as she beams at him and claps her own hands to acknowledge his actions.

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need to do better?

n The childminder plans for children's unique learning needs well. She knows exactly what children like and what their priority next steps in learning are and plans for this accordingly. She speaks confidently about what children can and cannot yet do. She demonstrates a thorough knowledge of child development and knows how to ensure children continue to make progress in their learning. n Children's language skills are supported well. The childminder introduces children to new words as they play, and she encourages them to communicate freely. Children listen to stories and snuggle up with the childminder, with younger children confidently turning pages and pointing at familiar items in pictures. The childminder uses a good range of questioning skills to encourage older children to recall knowledge and remember previous events. For example, the childminder uses a story about the importance of taking care of our teeth to

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enable an older child to recall his experience of visiting the dentist. n The childminder makes sure children see positive images of diversity. She enables them to reflect on the similarities and differences between themselves and others. This helps children learn to respect others and to value themselves

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18 October 2022 as unique individuals. n Children's learning is extended well in the outdoor environment. Children regularly visit local parks, the beach, soft-play centres and places of interest, such as the zoo. These outings help to enrich children's experiences and help them learn about the wider world. Children happily talk about their favourite outings and look forward to visiting new parks and playgrounds. n From a young age, children develop a good range of skills to support their future learning. For example, they become confident in communicating their needs, they listen well and show increasing levels of independence, particularly with care routines. These skills enable them to be active, independent learners and prepare them well for starting school. n The childminder has high expectations of herself and of the children she looks after. She organises her childminding service well. She regularly updates her

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need to do better?

knowledge through appropriate training. She reflects on what she does well and seeks out further ways she can improve. She recognises, at present, she has fewer resources than usual to enable children to develop a deeper sense of curiosity. Consequently, she is considering different ways to use the resources she has. n Parents confirm they are very happy with the level of care provided to their children. They are kept fully informed about the progress children are making and they help to support learning at home. Parents value the childminder's expertise and experience and benefit from her professional advice and knowledge of child development.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

Children's safety and well-being is the childminder's highest priority. She is vigilant in making her home safe and secure and she supervises children closely at all times. She has a good understanding of her role in safeguarding children and knows exactly what she must do if she has any concerns about a child's welfare. Children learn about safety and how to use resources in a safe way. For example, older children are reminded about being careful when using the rocker, so they do not hurt a younger child's fingers or toes. The childminder uses risk assessment procedures well to ensure children are protected from possible hazards.

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should:

n improve further the existing good quality teaching by increasing the range of resources that children can explore more freely, to deepen their interests and curiosity.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY297836 Local authority East Sussex Inspection number 10228377 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 2 Date of previous inspection 8 December 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2004 and lives in Eastbourne, East Sussex. She provides care for children on Tuesday and Wednesday, term time only, from 7.15am to 5pm. The childminder has a relevant level 3 qualification.

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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 that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The childminder showed the inspector how she makes her home safe for children and what she does to support their learning. n The inspector observed the childminder interacting with the children and evaluated the impact this has on the progress children make. n Children engaged with the inspector during the inspection and talked about what they like to do with the childminder.

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Inspection activities

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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