Mrs Jill Lutton

Overall effectiveness Good

The quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Requires improvement

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The provision is good

Children feel safe and cared for with the nurturing childminder. They seek her out for comfort and reassurance as they happily engage in meaningful conversations about their family. Children sit on the childminder's lap and have a cuddle together as they look at books and sing nursery rhymes together. Children are building strong bonds with the childminder.

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The provision is good

Children are developing a good understanding of how to manage their behaviour. They share toys and demonstrate respect for one another. For instance, younger children ask older children if they can hold hands while they sit together on the sofa. When disagreements do arise, the childminder is quick to offer gentle reminders to support children in understanding how to play fairly.

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The provision is good

The childminder has high expectations for all children. She provides them with an array of learning experiences that follow their interests and foster their curiosity. For example, the childminder takes the children to visit the beach and local sea-life centre, where they learn about underwater creatures. They excitedly talk about this activity and joyfully explore the pictures of their visit. Children are engaged and interested in their learning.

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need to do better?

n The childminder understands how to support children's language development. She speaks clearly to children, giving them plenty of time to respond to questions when they are looking at books together, for example. Furthermore, the childminder works closely with parents and encourages them to engage with books and stories at home to extend children's vocabulary even further. Children are building life-long communication skills and are developing a love of reading. n Parents share that the childminder communicates frequently with them about their children's progress. She often sends videos and updates throughout the day. Parents also share that she is very flexible in her approach to communication and she gladly uses a variety of different methods, including paper diary books and verbal handovers. Parents know what children are working towards and are equipped with the knowledge to build on their child's

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need to do better?

learning at home. Partnerships with parents are strong. n The childminder has recently engaged in a range of different professional development courses to enhance her teaching skills. For example, she attended a course focused on mathematics in the early years. The childminder has used this knowledge to strengthen her maths curriculum. This is reflected in children's notable interest in shapes and numbers. For example, children thoroughly enjoy naming the different shapes they draw and then counting them. Children are acquiring vital early maths knowledge.

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need to do better?

2 February 2023 n The childminder uses the information she gains from ongoing assessment to plan for children's future learning. She demonstrates that she knows each child's stage of development exceptionally well. The childminder adapts activities so that they are appropriate for each of the children she is caring for. For instance, during a painting activity, she discusses colour mixing with older children, while younger children are offered praise as they mark make with delight. Children are supported in achieving the best possible outcomes. n Children learn about managing risks. For example, they discuss how to keep themselves safe when they are on trips out in the community. However, on occasion, the childminder completes simple tasks for children that they could easily attempt for themselves. For example, she takes off their shoes and coats and washes their hands for them. As a result, children are not consistently

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need to do better?

supported in building independence skills. n Children sit at the table together and have interesting conversations as they east snack together. The childminder does not use these opportunities effectively to enhance children's understanding of nutritious foods and good health. Therefore, children do not regularly receive messages about how to lead a healthy lifestyle. n Children are engaged and interested in their learning. They joyfully play with play dough and explore the different marks they can make with the rolling pins and different toys with wheels. The childminder demonstrates different techniques for rolling the play dough and using the different tools. She understands the importance of these activities in building children's hand strength for early writing. Children maintain their attention for extended periods and the childminder offers them plenty of praise. Attitudes to learning are highly

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has a clear and robust safeguarding policy that she regularly reviews and updates when necessary. She has a good understanding of the signs and symptoms that might lead her to be concerned that a child has become victim to abuse. The childminder knows how to report any concerns about a child. She has accessed additional safeguarding training to further her knowledge. For example, she has completed a course about gender-based violence. The childminder makes regular risk assessments for her trips out into the local community, to ensure the safety and welfare of children at all times.

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should:

n support children in developing their independence skills further

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should:

2 February 2023 n deliver consistent messages to children that enhance their understanding of how to lead a healthy lifestyle.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 130985 Local authority Brighton and Hove Inspection number 10237168 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 5 Date of previous inspection 17 March 2022

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1993 and lives in Brighton, East Sussex. She operates from 8am to 5.30pm each weekday throughout the year. The childminder is registered to receive funding to provide free early education for children aged two, three and four years. She holds a relevant qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector discussed any continued impact of the pandemic with the childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the setting. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about children's learning and development, with a particular focus on communication and language. n The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and children. n The inspector spoke to several parents during the inspection and took account of their views. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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Inspection activities

2 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

2 February 2023 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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