Childminder in East Sussex

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder explains how he evaluates his practice using the views of the parents and the children. He describes how he builds strong relationships with parents. He provides weekend events to give feedback about their children. n The childminder is fully aware of how to keep all children safe. He explains how he would teach children to take manageable risks in and around his home. The childminder has a sound understanding of the actions to take if he has concerns about a child's safety or welfare. n The childminder describes how he would help children make healthy food choices. He has plans to provide fully nutritious snacks and meals for the children. Children will have continuous access to an outside environment and woodland. This will enable children to get plenty of fresh air and be physically active through a range of activities. n The childminder mentions how he would plan for children's learning to support

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them to acquire new skills. He plans to teach children how to bake bread, make musical instruments and how to play collaboratively with other children. He demonstrates a strong understanding of how children learn and develop. n The childminder describes how he would build strong relationships with children. He states why it is important to build bonds with children to make them feel welcomed, safe and secure. The childminder discusses how he would teach children to respect others, the environment and themselves. n The childminder demonstrates how he would support children's independence skills. He describes how he would encourage children to do things for themselves. The childminder has a strong understanding of how to assess children's abilities in order to identify extra support that they may need to further develop. n The childminder demonstrates how he would teach children mathematical concepts through everyday tasks, such as baking and gardening. He describes

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why supporting children to make up their own stories helps them to develop a broad vocabulary and imagination. n The childminder discusses how he will prepare children for life in modern Britain. He describes how he will take children on trips to the beach and on a train to the museum. He understands the importance of providing experiences for children who might otherwise not have the opportunity to have these experiences.

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This provision meets requirements

There were no children in the early years age range present when this inspection took place. The findings in this report are based on evidence gathered from discussions with those who care for the children and an inspection of the premises, equipment and relevant documentation. Where there are no early years children present, no judgement is made on the quality of the early years provision as there is no reliable evidence on which to assess its impact on children. The report states whether the provider continues to meet the requirements of registration.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2611889 Local authority East Sussex Inspection number 10276029 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 Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2021 and lives in Battle, East Sussex. He provides early education from 8am to 6pm all year around with the exception of family holidays. He holds a relevant childcare qualification.

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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 that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The childminder described how he would support children's learning and development. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of the childminder to continue to work with children. n The inspector asked the childminder questions during the inspection to establish his understanding of how to safeguard children. n The childminder and the inspector discussed how he would communicate with parents about their child's development.

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Inspection activities

2 March 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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2 March 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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