Childminder 126210

Overall effectiveness Outstanding

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

p.1

The provision is outstanding

Children benefit from an exceptional start to their learning. The childminder works highly effectively with her assistants to ensure that every child feels valued and included. Children's individual learning needs are planned for meticulously. For instance, quieter children have the space to explore freely and without unnecessary interruption. They know that familiar adults are close by to support them, should they need it. More confident children engage in lengthy discussions with adults and demonstrate the breadth of their knowledge and understanding. Every child makes rapid progress from their individual starting points.

p.2

The provision is outstanding

Children demonstrate how secure and happy they feel. They turn to familiar adults when they need comfort and support, and are quickly settled. Children benefit from the exceptionally homely, family atmosphere. They explore the childminder's home and garden freely and know exactly where their favourite things are. For instance, babies confidently crawl over to the swings hanging in one of the trees in the garden. They lift their arms to show they want to be picked up. The childminder responds immediately and instantly knows what children want. She gently places them in the swing and sings to them as they giggle with delight and learn how to move the swing themselves.

p.2

The provision is outstanding

Children's behaviour is exemplary. From a very young age, children quickly learn how to share, take turns and be kind to others. The childminder and her assistants consistently model these actions in their own interactions with children. They purposefully teach children about the importance of showing courtesy and respect for others. Consequently, children form strong relationships with their friends and play together harmoniously.

p.2

need to do better?

n The childminder works exceedingly well with her assistants. Their combined expertise and professional experience contribute towards the exceptional quality provided. The childminder constantly reflects on her provision. She works tirelessly to make positive changes and responds to what individual children and families need. For example, the childminder accurately recognises that some children need more targeted support in building their emotional resilience. Therefore, the childminder has reviewed her curriculum and now plans for this seamlessly throughout all aspects of her provision. n Teaching is of the highest quality. Children develop exceptionally positive attitudes towards learning. Babies and younger children show how they love to explore. They reflect awe and wonder as they play with sugar-free jelly. Children delight in watching the texture change as they squash it between their fingers.

p.2

need to do better?

They develop their coordination as they use spoons and other objects to scoop

p.2

need to do better?

9 September 2025 the jelly. Children start to use words such as 'wow' as they explore and develop a real sense of interest and curiosity. n The childminder plans an exceptionally rich and diverse curriculum. She makes full use of her garden and the rural environment to support children's love of nature. For instance, children excitedly talk about the horses they frequently visit, and how they feed them carrots. Children show deep fascination as they find a spider in its web hanging from the tree where they are playing. They are enthralled by watching it move. The childminder uses the opportunity to help children learn about spiders and to deepen their understanding of how a spider spins a web. n Children grow in confidence and gain an extensive range of skills and knowledge. The childminder is particularly mindful in building children's resilience. She actively encourages children to show perseverance when tasks

p.2

need to do better?

are initially tricky and helps them develop a strong 'can-do' attitude. Children learn how to swim and ride a two-wheeled bicycle. These opportunities support children's independence, build their self-esteem and equip them well for future learning. n The childminder and her assistants support children's communication skills extremely well. They promote a language-rich environment and listen attentively to what children say. They are exceptionally responsive to children who are still learning to communicate, and understand their non-verbal and early words clearly. Books and rhymes are used intrinsically throughout the provision to support children's developing vocabulary and love of literacy. For instance, children thoroughly enjoy the story of 'The Colour Monster' and talk about their emotions and how different situations make them feel. n The childminder offers a fully inclusive setting. She welcomes all children and

p.3

need to do better?

families and values their unique backgrounds and experiences. The childminder is exceptionally responsive when she recognises that children need some extra help with their learning. She uses additional funding wisely and invests in resources and equipment that will best support children's needs. As a result, any gaps in children's learning close rapidly. n Partnerships with parents are extremely effective. Parents praise the childminder and her assistants highly and recognise the personalised approach they have in meeting their children's individual needs. All parents noted the exceptional levels of progress their children make in their learning and development.

p.3

Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

p.3

Safeguarding

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

p.3

Setting details

Unique reference number 126210 Local authority East Sussex Inspection number 10407842 Type of provision Childminder

p.4

Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

p.4

inspection

Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 11 Date of previous inspection 20 January 2020

p.4

Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2001. She lives in Newick, East Sussex. The childminder's husband and daughter are registered as her assistants. The childminder operates from Monday to Friday, from 7.45am to 5pm, for most of the year. The childminder provides funded early years education for eligible children.

p.4

Inspection activities

n The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact this has on the children's learning. n The childminder explained how she organises her service and how she plans her early years curriculum. n The inspector spoke with the childminder's assistants and talked about how they keep children safe and plan for children's learning. n Written feedback from parents was read, and their views were considered. n The inspector observed the interactions between the childminder, her assistants and the children.

p.4

Inspection activities

9 September 2025 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.

p.4

Inspection activities

9 September 2025 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.

p.5

Inspection activities

If you would like a copy of this document in a different format, such as large print or Braille, please telephone 0300 123 1231, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk .

p.6

Inspection activities

You may reuse this information (not including logos) free of charge in any format or medium, under the terms of the Open Government Licence. To view this licence, visit www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/ , write to the Information Policy Team, The National Archives, Kew, London TW9 4DU, or email: psi@nationalarchives.gsi.gov.uk

p.6

Inspection activities

Interested in our work? You can subscribe to our monthly newsletter for more information and updates: http://eepurl.com/iTrDn .

p.6

Inspection activities

T: 0300 123 1231 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.gov.uk/ofsted

p.6