My aim is to create a friendly, nurturing, home from home environment, where your child will be well cared for, happy and able to develop to their full potential. I fully support working parents and appreciate the demands placed on families. I try to make your experience of using childcare as simple and beneficial as possible and will always make time to discuss any concerns or requirements you ha
ve. I provide an extensive range of activities, both indoors and outdoors. Resources are suitable for a wide age range and differing ability levels, and all children are encouraged to play freely with all resources, regardless of gender. I constantly add to my resources, responding to the interests of the children and involving them in choosing suitable items. I have a wide range of baby toys to encourage and stimulate development through enjoyment and play. I have a variety of multicultural toys, including dressing up clothes, books, musical instruments, dolls, food & cooking implements. Jigsaws, books and games are provided that are suitable for all ages and stages of development. I regularly involve the children in ‘messy’ play, including painting, cutting & sticking, craft making, playdough and baking. We use different types of music in an everyday setting, and children are encouraged to sing, dance and play instruments. I have a wide variety of construction resources, including Duplo and building bricks. Children of all ages are encouraged to use the computer, with differing levels of supervision. I provide a variety of educational and fun software, and we also research items using the internet e.g. CBeebies websites! I have a large and secure outdoor play area, with a wooden play house, sandpit, seesaw etc. I plan activities and outings on a regular and frequent basis, though these are always subject to change so I can respond to children’s own initiative and interests. I follow the Early Years Foundation Stage to support children’s learning and development. I have lived in Horsforth for over twenty six years and in my current home for twenty years. I first registered as a Childminder fifteen years ago, so I have plenty of experience of looking after other people’s children. Add to that my experience as a Mum (I have two sons aged 28 and 26 and a daughter aged 21) and I am well placed to use my knowledge, skills and experience to provide a very high standard of childcare. As my own children are older and have now left home it allows me to give full attention to the children I care for. I take my role as a Registered Childminder seriously therefore I feel it is very important to keep up to date with the latest developments in childcare and education so I can offer your child the very best standards of care and learning. In 2013 I graduated with a BA (Hons) in Childhood and Youth Studies. I also have a Level 4 qualification in Early Years (Certificate in Early Years Practice). In addition to these I undertake regular continuous professional development e.g. Paediatric First Aid, Food Hygiene, Child Protection, Risk Assessments, Social Development of Children and many more.
