Pat Ivinson Childminding

Pat Ivinson Childminding Offering OUTSTANDING childcare in a home from home environment for children aged 0-16. Please contact me for more information or to book a visit.

I have been a childminder for nearly 30 years and have been graded by Ofsted as OUTSTANDING on numerous occasions. I hold an NVQ Level 3 in Childcare. I am a fully qualified first aider, and hold up to date safeguarding and food hygiene qualifications. I also attend regular courses and training which allows me to keep up to date with national standards. I regularly update my policies and procedure

s as well as risk assessments. I offer flexible hours (Monday - Friday) in a home from home environment. In addition to a well equipped indoor environment, I also have a fantastic outdoor area. I have also invested in soft play equipment which has proved a valued part of the setting. As well as offering many learning opportunities at home, I also take advantage of the local facilities available; including Penrith Library, local walks and parks. "Children thrive in this wonderful childminding setting. The Childminder has a wealth of experience and an expert understanding of how children learn. Children form very strong bonds with the Childminder and show a deep sense of belonging and confidence" Ofsted Report December 2019. "The Childminder has high expectations of children and devises a rich and extremely well-thought-out curriculum, she has firm intentions for Children's learning that are precisely informed from her expert knowledge of the skills children need to learn next. Children make rapid progress from their starting points owing to the childminders first-rate teaching " Ofsted Report December 2019

"Children become deeply engaged during play and display the very highest levels of motivation. The Childminder provides children with uninterrupted time to play, valuing this important time for children to explore their ideas at their own pace" Ofsted Report December 2019

"Partnership with parents are focused and highly effective" Ofsted Report 2019

"Children's emotional and physical wellbeing is given the highest priority. The Childminder creates a warm, welcoming and home from home environment. She is nurturing in her approach, particularly during care routines for younger children. She adopts a cheerful and friendly tone of voice whilst playing to create an enjoyable bonding experience " Ofsted Report December 2019

"The childminder has established a strong working relationship with her assistant. Together they reflect on their practice and provide one another with feedback on their teaching skills, driving forward the outstanding teaching already in place" Ofsted Report December 2019

11/06/2026
Fun with the shredded paper 💕
09/06/2026

Fun with the shredded paper 💕

Fun in the garden this morning 💗
08/06/2026

Fun in the garden this morning 💗

Nicola here 🙂Wishing Mum and Dad (Pat and John) a very Happy 45th Wedding Anniversary today 🎊💕🎊Also, Happy 65th Birthday...
06/06/2026

Nicola here 🙂

Wishing Mum and Dad (Pat and John) a very Happy 45th Wedding Anniversary today 🎊💕🎊

Also, Happy 65th Birthday to Mum for tomorrow 💖 and to Dad who turns 70 later in the month 🩵

Painting 🖼 🎨 🖌
02/06/2026

Painting 🖼 🎨 🖌

Happy 4th birthday celebration for Susie today! 🎂 🎈 🎁 ✨️
01/06/2026

Happy 4th birthday celebration for Susie today! 🎂 🎈 🎁 ✨️

Birthday celebrations today for -🎊 Lydia who turned 5 earlier in the month🎊 Wren who turns 5 at the weekend
28/05/2026

Birthday celebrations today for -
🎊 Lydia who turned 5 earlier in the month
🎊 Wren who turns 5 at the weekend

Sand play........the boys decided to empty the new sand and play with it on the floor!! They used their problem solving ...
21/05/2026

Sand play........the boys decided to empty the new sand and play with it on the floor!! They used their problem solving skills to put it back!

Happy Birthday to Betsy who is celebrating her 1st birthday with us today 💕
20/05/2026

Happy Birthday to Betsy who is celebrating her 1st birthday with us today 💕

Great fun in the water 💧 💕💧
19/05/2026

Great fun in the water 💧 💕💧

Address

Robinson House
Calthwaite
CA119PL

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 6pm
Friday 8am - 6pm

Telephone

01768885205

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