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 demonstrate how happy, safe and secure they feel in this homely and welcoming environment. The childminder knows the children well and offers a very caring, inclusive environment. Every child's needs are fully understood and planned for. Children make good progress in their learning and development. Teaching is good. The childminder knows how each child prefers to learn and what they are interested in. Children of all ages and different abilities are continually challenged and engaged.

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The provision is good

Children behave well. The childminder teaches children how to be kind, to share and take turns in their play. They learn about the importance of respecting and celebrating each child's unique qualities and characteristics. Children enjoy stories about different children's backgrounds and learn about the needs of others. This encourages children to show tolerance for others. Children play together happily and form strong friendships with others. These skills prepare them well for starting school.

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The provision is good

Children develop a positive attitude towards learning. They show interest and sustained concentration in their chosen activities. The childminder skilfully observes children and knows how to extend their learning effectively. She divides her attention well between all children, so that every child feels valued, included and listened to.

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need to do better?

n There is a fully embedded curriculum in place which caters for the learning needs of every child. The childminder is continually clear about what she wants children to learn. She gives children time to consolidate their knowledge and understanding. She observes children regularly and consistently checks what they can do so she can plan for their next steps. This means children seamlessly build on their knowledge, have time to deepen their understanding, and practise new skills. n Children develop a very positive attitude towards learning. The childminder uses fun, creative strategies to engage children's interests and inspire them to find out more. For example, recently the children showed real interest in the roadworks taking place close to the childminder's home. The childminder responded positively to this. She provided relevant resources and planned an outing for children to see the diggers at work. This offered a purposeful,

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meaningful experience which children gained greatly from and deepened their interest as they recalled what they had seen and replicated this in their play. n The childminder helps children gain the skills and knowledge they need for starting school. She helps children develop good levels of confidence, emotional

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5 March 2024 resilience and independence. For example, during the routine, children have many opportunities to do things by themselves. They practise getting dressed and undressed for outside play and manage zips and fastenings confidently. The childminder gives plenty of praise and gentle encouragement. Children have perseverance to keep on trying and are proud of their achievements. n Children's safety is given high priority. The childminder is constantly vigilant and supervises children closely at all times. She uses everyday experiences to teach children about safety and possible hazards. For example, children enjoy helping to cut up their own fruit at snack time. They do this well because the childminder has taught them how to handle knives safely. n The childminder is very aware of how to plan for any gaps in children's learning. She understands the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and plans her curriculum

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carefully to close any gaps that have emerged in children's learning. For example, she has offered more opportunities for children to practise their speaking and listening skills. She communicates clearly with children and asks them open-ended questions so they can deepen their knowledge and understanding. This has enriched their conversational skills. Children are now confident communicators who convey their needs and wishes clearly. n The childminder offers a professional, well-organised service. She keeps herself up-to-date with new guidance and networks regularly with other childminders to share best practice ideas. The childminder reflects on her provision carefully and continually seeks out new ways to work, and ideas to try. However, she recognises she can deepen her existing knowledge of how to support children with special education needs and/or disabilities through accessing additional training.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

There is an open and positive culture around safeguarding that puts children's interests first.

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should:

n develop teaching further to make even better provision to meet the needs of children with SEND.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY281521 Local authority East Sussex Inspection number 10317201 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 5 Date of previous inspection 1 May 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2004. She lives in Hastings, East Sussex, and cares for children Monday to Thursday, from 7.30am to 6.30pm, during term time only. Funding is accepted for the provision of free early years education for children aged four years. The childminder holds a level 3 qualification in early 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 childminder and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the childminder. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about how she plans for children's learning and how she delivers her curriculum. n The inspector observed the areas of the childminder's home and checked they were safe for children. n Children talked to the inspector about what they enjoy doing with the childminder. n Written feedback provided by parents was looked at and parents' views were taken into consideration. n Some written records were looked at, such as proof of suitability checks for the childminder and the adults who live in her home.

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Inspection activities

5 March 2024 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

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