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 and enjoy their time at this home-from-home setting. Children demonstrate they feel secure with the fun and caring childminder. For example, children snuggle into her as she reads stories. Children proudly show off their physical and independence skills when they make up imaginary stories using dolls and use toy drills to drill holes in wood. Children are confident communicators. For instance, they chat happily to visitors about their home lives and proudly show off new skills they have learn, such as rolling out dough with rolling pins and naming different colours of dough. Children learn new words, such as 'wriggly' and 'grasshopper', as they are encouraged to explore mini-beasts in a tray using magnifying glasses.

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The provision is good

Children enjoy nursery rhymes and singing. For example, children participate enthusiastically in learning nursery rhymes, such as 'Incey Wincey Spider.' They carry on singing afterwards and hold hands with their friends, smiling broadly. Younger children develop good physical skills, as they learn how to drink from cups, chop fruit using knives and feed themselves.

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n Children benefit from a range of experiences and outings outside of the home. For example, they go to local parks, playgroups and on regular trips to the library. These experiences promote opportunities for children to socialise with other children and learn about other people, including those who are different from themselves. For example, the childminder talks openly to them about people with different abilities and those from different cultural backgrounds. n Children develop robust hygiene and safety routines. For example, before eating, the childminder ensures children wash their hands and help to tidy away toys before snack time. However, the childminder does not always routinely teach children why these hygiene and safety routines are important and how to do them for themselves. n The childminder adopts a positive and supportive approach to children's behaviour. She interacts with children and joins in their play. Children receive

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lots of praise for their efforts that builds their self-esteem. They are willing to have a go at activities. This is evident when children happily join in the experience of finding mini-beasts in piles of leaves. n The childminder supports children who speak English as an additional language extremely well. She quickly identifies children who need additional support. The childminder works effectively with parents and learns key words in the children's home languages. She puts strategies in place, tailored to children's needs and preferences. As a result, children make good progress in their learning and development.

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3 February 2023 n Children's behaviour is good. The childminder is a good role model. She demonstrates good manners and gives children gentle reminders to say, 'please' and 'thank you' during mealtimes. The childminder is aware of the importance of supporting children's emotional development For instance, she shares stories and has discussions with the children about how they feel and provides opportunities for children to learn about emotions and feelings. This helps children develop an understanding of the effect of their actions on others. n Partnerships with parents are strong. Parents are complimentary about the childminder. They comment how the childminder has created a, 'friendly, safe and welcoming environment'. She shares information with them about children's time at the setting in a range of ways. The childminder speaks with parents at drop-off and collection times and uses digital messages to keep them updated

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about children's care needs and achievements. Parents appreciate the advice and resources the childminder offers them about how to support their child's learning at home. n Children receive good support as they get ready to move on to the next stages in their lives and school. The childminder shares detailed reports with parents, meets teachers and supports children in their school visits. This helps them to feel very secure and ready for the next stage of their learning. n The childminder is reflective and understands the importance of developing ways to build on good practice. She has fully targeted her professional development to develop greater depth in her knowledge and skills. She regularly shares good practice with other childminders and professionals in her local area.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has an in-depth knowledge of child protection issues and local procedures to fully promote children's welfare. She recognises the signs and symptoms of abuse, such as domestic violence and radicalisation. The childminder supervises children closely. This protects children and helps them to develop confidence and responsible behaviour, which helps to keep everyone safe. The childminder effectively liaises with outside agencies, helping to support children and their families when the need arises. She completes daily checks to ensure her home is safe and secure.

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n strengthen children's knowledge and understanding of why safety and hygiene routines are important.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 114834 Local authority West Sussex Inspection number 10263974 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 0 Date of previous inspection 18 May 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1987. She lives in Crawley, West Sussex. She accepts funding for the provision of free early education for children aged two, three and four years. The childminder also looks after older children during out-of-school hours. She offers her services all day Monday to Friday, 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 with the setting and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the setting. n The childminder took the inspector on a tour of the premises, to understand how the early years provision and the curriculum is organised. n A joint observation was carried out by the inspector and the childminder. The inspector discussed and assessed the quality and impact of teaching on the children's learning. n The inspector spoke with the childminder and the children at appropriate times during the inspection. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation, including evidence of the suitability of all those living in the household. She also sampled documentation, including evidence of paediatric first-aid training. n The inspector took account of parents' views through their written comments.

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Inspection activities

3 February 2023 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

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