Childminder in West Sussex

Overall effectiveness Inadequate

The quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Inadequate Leadership and management Inadequate Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Not applicable

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The provision is inadequate

Weaknesses in the childminder's safeguarding knowledge compromise children's well-being and do not assure their safety. However, the childminder is successful at promoting children's learning.

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The provision is inadequate

Children enter the childminder's home happily and separate from their parents with ease. They are familiar with the routine and place their shoes under the stairs on arrival. They choose what they would like to play with from the carefully selected resources. Children generally behave well, taking turns and sharing toys with their friends. The childminder manages minor altercations well. She understands the children's different abilities and responds appropriately.

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The provision is inadequate

The childminder supports children's learning well and offers a broad and balanced curriculum. Children enjoy a variety of experiences which motivate them to learn. For example, children enjoy role-playing in the ice-cream stand. They talk about the different flavours as they hand out the toy ice creams. The childminder reminds them to pretend to lick, to limit cross infection. She introduces new language, such as 'triple decker', when children add three scoops to their cones.

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The provision is inadequate

Children enjoy talking about the animals they have seen on outings. The childminder uses this opportunity to recall their experiences. This helps to further develop their communication and language skills, and their understanding of the world.

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need to do better?

n The childminder is committed to professional development to ensure that her knowledge of early years is up to date. She has attended a variety of courses to help her provide the best experiences for children. However, she has failed to keep her safeguarding knowledge current. The childminder has not completed any safeguarding training for several years. As a result, she does not have a confident knowledge of the procedures to follow in the event of an allegation being made against her, or a concern raised about a child. This impacts on children's personal development. Weaknesses in the childminder's knowledge of child protection procedures do not equip her to teach children to recognise potential risks. n Partnership with parents is good. They talk about how flexible the childminder is. They share how their children have developed since starting with her. They enjoy receiving photographs showing what their children are doing during the

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day. Observing this strong relationship between the staff and the parents helps to support children's emotional security. n The childminder has formed partnerships with staff at other provisions the

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14 April 2023 children also attend. She completes progress reports for children aged two years, and gives these to parents to share with health visitors at their progress checks. This effective sharing of information helps to ensure that she is providing appropriate support for the children in her care. n There are good arrangements to support children's health and emotional well- being. The childminder chats freely during personal care routines, such as nappy changing, and this builds on children's sense of belonging and attachment. She reminds children to wash their hands after using the toilet and before mealtimes. This helps to develop their understanding of personal hygiene. The childminder supports parents to provide healthy choices for the children's lunch boxes. n The childminder has high expectations for children's behaviour. She uses praise and encouragement to support them. Children understand the rules and

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boundaries, and behaviour is generally good. Children demonstrate positive attitudes to learning and persevere in their play. For example, they show determination to construct the ice-cream stand. They skilfully work together and focus to work out where the parts fit, under the childminder's guidance. n The childminder knows the children in her care well. She plans activities to build on what they know and can do. As a result, she provides opportunities that interest the children and meet their needs. For example, the childminder knows that children enjoy playing with the trucks and cars. She makes sure these are available when they arrive. All children make good progress from their starting points.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are not effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder does not have a secure understanding of the procedures to follow if she has a concern regarding a child, or in the event of an allegation being made against her. This does not ensure the well-being of the children in her care. The childminder has a paediatric first-aid certificate, as required. This helps her to provide the appropriate care in the event of an accident. She ensures that children sit at the table until they have finished eating to prevent choking, and they follow this instruction well. The childminder conducts risk assessments to ensure that the premises and resources remain safe, secure and suitable.

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Due date

14 April 2023 improve knowledge and understanding of safeguarding procedures, including how to respond to allegations and who to contact regarding concerns about a child, to ensure that appropriate action is taken to promote children's safety and well-being. 28/04/2023

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2622698 Local authority West Sussex Inspection number 10280850 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 6 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2021. She lives in Emsworth in West Sussex. The childminder operates all year round, from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday. The childminder is in receipt of funding to provide free early education for children aged three and four years.

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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 inspector viewed the provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n Children spoke to the inspector during the inspection. n The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and children. n Parents shared their views of the setting with the inspector. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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Inspection activities

14 April 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

14 April 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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