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

The childminder creates a loving and nurturing environment in which children feel safe and secure. Children's emotional resilience is very well supported. For example, the childminder recognises that all young children, particularly those who are new, need time to adjust in her setting. She provides cuddles, reassurances and a structured programme to help children be aware of what is happening next. Children's happiness and well-being are at the heart of the childminder's practice. The childminder supports children to be highly motivated and inquisitive. Children beam with pride when the childminder praises their efforts. They demonstrate high levels of self-esteem and confidence and are very well behaved. The childminder's home is filled with laughter. The pride and joy she brings to her role creates a very positive atmosphere in which children flourish.

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The provision is good

The childminder supports children to do things for themselves, such as putting on and taking off shoes. Children independently access activities and are encouraged to keep on trying. For example, children demonstrate their excitement as they successfully climb the steps to the slide for the first time under the watchful eye of the childminder. The childminder gently reminds them where to place their knees and feet as they repeat the process. This approach ensures that children remember long term what they have been taught.

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need to do better?

n The childminder engages in a range of professional development opportunities. She incorporates new ideas into her practice, which positively influence children in her care. For example, the childminder uses the knowledge she has received in how to support children's mental health in her practice. Consequently, she has effective strategies that help children to identify and regulate their emotions. n The childminder prioritises children's emerging vocabulary, in order to support their communication skills. She provides a narrative as children play and gives them time to respond when asking questions. Throughout the day, the childminder uses music in the background to teach children nursery rhymes. However, there are times when this becomes a distraction when children move on to other activities. As a result, children are not as focused during activities as they could be. n The childminder's focus for physical development and healthy lifestyle is very

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need to do better?

well planned. Children enjoy a range of physical development opportunities as they play on swings and slides in the garden. Children who are learning how to walk are supported to develop the muscles in their legs as they climb apparatus and move around freely. The childminder encourages children to use small tools, such as scoops and spoons, when engaging in sensory activities. This helps the development of the fine hand muscles that, later on, are used for writing.

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12 September 2024 n Parents comment that they feel their children are safe and secure in the childminder's care. In addition, parents mention that communication is strong and that they feel very involved and informed about what their children are learning. The childminder regularly offers advice on routines, such as toilet training. Ideas on how to support children's learning in the home environment are welcomed by parents. This approach supports continuity of care for children. n Children acquire early mathematical knowledge from a very young age. The childminder skilfully weaves numbers and mathematical concepts into everyday play. For example, children are taught numbers as they scoop up peas into a pot. The childminder talks about 'full' and 'heavy'. Children repeat the words as they continue in their play. The basic understanding of early mathematics helps prepare children for later learning. n The childminder provides a range of experiences that give children good-quality

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inclusive care. For example, she meets with other professionals to share good practice. Children regularly mix with other children, which helps with their social skills and understanding of what makes us unique. They enjoy a trip on a train and enjoy other interesting, potentially new, experiences.

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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 organise the learning environment to avoid unnecessary distractions to children so that they can concentrate during activities.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY423638 Local authority West Sussex Inspection number 10355487 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 4 Number of children on roll 12 Date of previous inspection 30 November 2018

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2011. She lives in Billingshurst, West Sussex. She operates term-time only, from 7.30am to 6pm on Monday and Tuesday, and from 8am to 5pm on Wednesday, and from 8am to 4pm on Thursday.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector viewed the space and resources that are available for childminding to gain an understanding of how the early years provision and the curriculum are organised. n The inspector spoke to the childminder and the children at appropriate times throughout the inspection. n The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities and routines, and she assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The childminder shared a selection of key documentation with the inspector. n The inspector gathered the views of parents.

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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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Inspection activities

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