Childminder in West Sussex

Overall effectiveness Requires improvement

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

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The provision requires improvement

Children arrive happily and settle quickly in the childminder's home. The childminder's new puppy is very much a part of the children's day, and they are keen to see her when they arrive. Older children talk confidently to the childminder and tell her about their recent holidays, as well as things they have done away from the setting. Younger children keenly explore the environment and seek support from the childminder when needed. For example, they take the childminder to the book stand and show her the books they want to look at. The childminder allows children time to look at the pictures, and she comments on the things they point to. This helps to support children's early language development. However, the environment is not organised well enough to meet the children's needs. They are unable to access resources independently and do not have the space they need to support their development.

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The provision requires improvement

Children are keen to join in with activities, and they engage well. Older children talk to each other about their pet dogs while concentrating on craft activities. The childminder engages in conversation and asks them about the ages of their pets and the breeds. They give each other time to answer and share their thoughts. Younger children demonstrate perseverance when engaged in activities. They are given the time they need to work out how to strap dolls into pushchairs before walking them around the garden. The childminder praises children for their efforts, and children show delight in their achievements.

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need to do better?

n The environment where children play is unorganised and cluttered. For example, the childminder's kitchen is untidy, with limited space to prepare food for children. The area where children play is used to store pushchairs and the childminder's washing. The available resources do not always meet the needs of the children, and they do not have space to fully engage in their learning. n The childminder has made improvements since her last inspection. She has attended training and updated her safeguarding knowledge. The childminder has improved the support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. However, she recognises that there is more she can do to improve her practice further. The childminder is booked to attend training to help embed her knowledge. n The childminder plans activities based on the children's interests. For example, younger children enjoy scooping dried pasta into small containers. Older children

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need to do better?

enjoy placing small beads onto boards to make different patterns. However, the childminder's focus for activities does not precisely target the intended learning for younger children. As a result, children do not have the opportunity to fully build on what they already know and can do.

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need to do better?

3 August 2023 n Children behave very well. Older children understand the rules and offer support to younger children. For instance, older children remind younger children to put their shoes on before going outside and to put aprons on when playing in the water. The childminder responds calmly to younger children when they need encouraging to share the toys. As a result, children play well together. n The childminder encourages children to be independent. Children freely access the toilet and know to wash their hands afterwards. They are encouraged to wipe their own noses. Older children are encouraged to help to tidy up before engaging with different resources. Younger children give each other their water bottles and are learning who they belong to. n Parents are happy with the care their children receive. They report that the childminder has improved how she shares information with them. Parents receive regular updates on how their children are progressing. Younger children

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have a diary, which is shared between home and the childminder. Parents know what the childminder is working on to help support their child's development. n The childminder assesses the progress children make and monitors any gaps in their development. She engages with the local authority for support. The childminder researches techniques to help support children's language development. For example, she uses strategies she has researched online to support children's early speech and language development, and she has shared these with parents. n The childminder ensures that children have access to plenty of exercise and fresh air. For example, she takes them to the local park regularly, as well as visits to the farm. The childminder understands the different opportunities children have had and ensures that she plans new experiences for them. This helps to support their understanding of the world.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder has updated her knowledge on safeguarding. She understands how to identify signs of abuse, including if a child is being exposed to extreme views. The childminder understands about online safety and grooming. She knows how to report any concerns she may have about a child to the local safeguarding partners. The childminder understands the process to follow if an allegation is made against her or a household member. She is aware of what information needs to be reported to Ofsted. The childminder ensures that the outside area is clean and safe for the children to play in before they go outside.

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Due date

3 August 2023 organise the learning environment so that children have the space they need to complete their chosen activities and fully engage in their learning. 18/08/2023

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should:

n improve how activities are delivered to ensure the focus is aimed more precisely on what children need to learn next.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 114263 Local authority West Sussex Inspection number 10283865 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 7 Date of previous inspection 6 March 2023

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1999 and lives in Crawley, West Sussex. She operates Monday to Friday, 7.30am to 6pm, all year round.

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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 childminder . n The inspector viewed the provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The childminder and the inspector discussed how the childminder organises their early years provision, including the aims and rationale for the early years curriculum. n Children spoke to the inspector during the inspection. n Parents shared their views of the setting with the inspector.

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Inspection activities

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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3 August 2023 3 August 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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