Suesstar
Childminder in Keighley
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Female Member since Nov 2009 Last Updated Oct 2023 Last Login Oct 2023
My Summary
About Me
My name is Susan Cottier (Sue). I am an Ofsted registered childminder in the Fell Lane/ Exley Head area of Keighley. I have been married for 32 years and I have one son, aged 26 who no longer lives at home.
I have been childminding for 26 years and I am level 4 qualified.
My aim is to provide a fun, home from home environment, where play, sensory stimulation and other experiences are provided to help all children develop and progress to the best of their ability. I provide toys and activities to suit all ages and which cover all aspects of the Early Years Foundation Stage. Children have opportunities to participate in many activities including imaginative play, arts and crafts, outdoor play, songs and rhymes, music, storytime, cooking, gardening, ICT, games and puzzles, plus visits to local toddler groups and parks etc. These help children to learn social skills and develop skills for independence whilst having lots of fun.
I am able to provide full or part-time care along with a wrap around service for children attending Nessfield Primary School and Nursery.
I am able to deliver the 15 hours free early years education for qualifying two year old, the free 15 hours universal childcare for three and four year olds and the extended 30 hours free childcare for working families.
I am able to accept payment via most childcare voucher schemes and through the government's tax free childcare scheme. My fees include all meals and activities whilst your child is in my care. My fees do not include nappies or formula milk, which you will need to provide if required.
My Experience
My experience has grown through the years, beginning with caring for my son and nephews and nieces and then moving onto the 60+ mindees I have had over the years. Most of the children in my care start as babies and remain in my care until the end of primary school (and beyond if required). This experience has been supplemented with ongoing training on a wealth of childcare related subjects.
I have a level 4 qualification in Early Years Practice and I have studied with the Open University, working towards, but not completing a foundation degree in Early Years. Additionally I have a BSc in Applied Biochemistry.
My Qualifications
Level 4 Certificate in Early Years Practice
Paediatric First Aid
Safeguarding Children
Basic Food Hygiene
Introduction to Childminding Practice
Developing Childminding Practice
Training on the Early Years Foundation Stage
I am also a graduate biochemist.
My Availability
I routinely offer care between 7.30am and 5.30pm Monday to Thursday, plus before and after school on Fridays. Hours outside of this may be accommodated by agreement but unfortunately I am unable to offer weekend or evening care.
All my spaces are currently filled.
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Before School | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no |
| Morning | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Afternoon | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| After School | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no |
| Evening | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Overnight | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Last Updated: 15/04/2024 | |||||||
My Fees
- Childminding from £4.50 per hour
I currently charge £5.00 per hour. This includes all relevant meals and snacks, outings and activities. I ask parents to provide nappies and formula milk, where necessary.
My Local Schools
- I provide drop offs and pick ups at Beckfoot Nessfield
My Ofsted Inspections
The inspection grades below have been obtained from the Ofsted website based upon the registration number the childminder has provided to us. You should verify this information yourself prior to using the childminder.
My Documents
- Ofsted Certificate (added 15/04/2023)
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