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 play happily together in this homely environment. They chatter excitedly about the activities that have been skilfully planned to reflect their individual learning needs. Children behave well and have a good attitude to learning. For example, they share toys with each other and are fully engrossed in their play. Older children play 'eye spy' together with binoculars. Younger children chuckle with delight as they 'paint' the fence with soapy water.

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The provision is good

The childminder is aware of the ongoing impact of COVID-19 on some children's development such as their language and communication. She undertakes relevant training to provide strategies for children with speech delay. This helps to ensure that all children reach their potential, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities.

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The provision is good

Children enjoy regular trips out in the local community in the childminder's minibus, including to the beach and the park. In addition, children visit the nearby fields to go blackberry picking. These outings help children to develop their gross motor skills as they climb, balance and learn about the wider world.

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need to do better?

n The childminder plans and sequences the curriculum well. Activities are based on children's interests and build on what they already know. For example, children enjoy 'The Very Hungry Caterpillar' story and explore their fascination of minibeasts with magnifying glasses. This supports children to deepen their knowledge and understanding of the natural world. n Parents comment positively about the childminder and say that she is 'nurturing', 'caring' and 'supportive'. They report their children have developed considerably since attending the childminder's setting, particularly in confidence, social skills and speech and language. n Children form good attachments with the childminder and go to her readily for support and reassurance. They listen and respond when the childminder gently role models during play and tells them that 'sharing is caring'. This helps children develop respectful relationships and empathy for each other.

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need to do better?

n The childminder has procedures in place to ensure that children are kept safe and supervised well. She understands the importance of internet safety. However, she does not use opportunities to help children and parents develop their knowledge of online safety issues. n The childminder communicates regularly with parents about children's development and supports home learning. For example, the childminder provides tips to support children with toileting and healthy eating at home. Parents report this has a positive impact on their children's physical health and

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need to do better?

5 June 2023 self-care skills. n Overall, the childminder provides a good level of teaching. She places a high value on promoting children's communication and language skills. Older children enjoy a game outdoors to identify sounds in the environment. The childminder introduces new words such as 'helicopter'. However, when asking questions, the childminder does not always give children enough time to process their thoughts and ideas to respond. n The childminder has high expectations and praises children's efforts. Overall, she encourages children to develop new skills well. For example, children are encouraged to dress themselves and put their shoes on. They excitedly say, 'I did it!'

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder understands her responsibility to keep children safe. She has a secure knowledge about the indicators that would raise a concern about a child, such as recognising changes in behaviour that may indicate domestic abuse. The childminder understands how to manage concerns about a child, including reporting to external agencies. She completes regular child protection training to keep her knowledge up to date. The childminder ensures that her home is safe and secure.

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should:

n give children enough time to process their thoughts and ideas when responding to questions n make use of opportunities to develop children's and parents' awareness of online safety when using the internet.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY367769 Local authority West Sussex Inspection number 10285382 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 11 Number of children on roll 11 Date of previous inspection 4 October 2017

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2007 and lives in Upper Beeding, West Sussex. She operates during term time and during holidays on request from 7am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday. She provides funded early education for two-, three- and four- year-old children. She holds a relevant childcare qualification at level 3.

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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 childminder. n The children communicated with the inspector during the inspection. n The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder and the children. n Parents shared their views of the chilminder with the inspector. n The childminder showed the inspector the premises and discussed how she makes her home safe for the children in her care. n The inspector sampled some relevant documentation.

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Inspection activities

5 June 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

5 June 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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