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 feel safe and secure in the childminder's home. They form strong bonds with the childminder, which enables them to explore and play knowing that she is close by to support them. For instance, when an unfamiliar visitor comes to the home, the children are confident in their presence. Children's emotional well-being is a priority for the childminder. Children behave extremely well. They help the childminder to tidy away toys and they show respect for the resources. The childminder demonstrates a calm and warm demeanour and this has an impact on the way children behave.

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The provision is good

Children persevere during activities. For example, they attempt a tricky puzzle and manoeuvre the pieces to fit. They beam when the childminder praises them for not giving up. This helps to raise children's self-esteem and confidence. The childminder has identified the areas in which children have been affected by the recent COVID-19 pandemic. These include children's social skills, independence and communication. The childminder has worked hard on supporting children's emotional health and providing opportunities for them to play with others. As a result of this targeted approach, children are now doing well in those areas. For example, they have become more confident around others, increased their vocabulary and become more independent.

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need to do better?

n Partnership with parents is strong. The childminder communicates using regular newsletters and daily conversations. She gathers detailed information about children before they start and discusses children's development and progress with their families. She uses the information provided by parents to plan exciting and educational activities for children, based on their current interests. Parents appreciate the attentive care and quality education that the childminder gives to their children. n Children learn about the importance of a healthy and active lifestyle. They enjoy a range of healthy foods and snacks. The childminder uses play activities to teach children about the importance of looking after teeth. Children visit the dentist to familiarise themselves with a dental practice. They enjoy plenty of outside activities in the fresh air. For example, children visit local parks and woodlands and play in the childminder's garden.

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n Children's literacy skills are well supported by the childminder. Children engage in mark-making activities with high levels of concentration and experiment with a selection of different writing tools, such as paintbrushes and water pens. The childminder shares new words with children as they play. For instance, she uses words to describe the textured marks they make with paint, such as 'bumpy' and 'smooth'. Children begin to understand that print carries meaning.

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11 May 2023 n Children develop a love of stories. They are excited to choose several books and then cuddle up with the childminder for an interactive story time. When the childminder poses a question, such as 'Can you tell me what will happen next?', children point to the pictures and respond. When she asks what a character likes to eat, they gleefully exclaim 'Spaghetti!' n Children benefit from a range of stimulating activities. The childminder plays alongside children and provides a narrative to encourage their understanding. However, there are occasions when the childminder does not use the correct word to identify toys, such as animals. This mispronunciation can be confusing for children who are learning new vocabulary. n The childminder takes into consideration children's interests when planning activities. For example, children dress up as doctors and nurses and role play at making the 'babies' better. They use toothbrushes to brush the dolls' teeth.

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However, on occasion, the childminder does not use these play activities to fully explain what children are supposed to be learning. For example, she does not always show children how to use the resources purposefully so that they can get the most out of the experience. n Children learn about the diverse around them, including the many cultures that are represented in Britain. The childminder's resources and books reflect a positive image of different beliefs and disabilities. For example, children play with small-world figures with wheelchairs and other mobility aids. This helps to prepare children for life in modern Britain.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder understands her responsibility to protect children from harm. She can recognise the potential signs and symptoms that may lead to a concern about a child's welfare, including the dangers of extreme views and behaviours. The childminder supervises children effectively and ensures that her home is safe and secure. Children learn how to walk sensibly and cross the road safely when on local outings. The childminder ensures that suitability checks have been carried out on all other adults living on the premises.

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should:

n ensure the correct pronunciation of words when talking to children n develop an understanding of how to improve explanations of activities to make play experiences more purposeful.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 109156 Local authority East Sussex Inspection number 10264761 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 2 Number of children on roll 2 Date of previous inspection 26 June 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1998. She lives in Uckfield, East Sussex. The childminder cares for children from 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, all year round.

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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 childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provision. n The inspector viewed the childminding provision where children play and eat, and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about how she organises the curriculum. n The inspector observed a range of activities and interactions between the childminder and the children to evaluate the quality of education. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of relevant documents on request, including evidence of her suitability and the suitability of household members. n The inspector took parents' and children's views on the childminder's provision into account.

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Inspection activities

11 May 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

11 May 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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