Vals Chi
Childminder in York
Female Member since Mar 2010 Last Updated Mar 2024 Last Login 18 Apr 2024
My Summary
About Me
I have possible spaces as from January 2022
All about me:
I am an Ofsted registered childminder based in Acomb near to Carr infant/junior school off Beckfield lane with my
My Aims are too:
Offer a comfortable child-friendly home from home childcare, To provide a safe, caring and stimulating childcare where your child will be treated with respect and valued as an individual within a family atmosphere by working in partnership with parents this is essential to ensure that your child is supported, settled and develops at their own pace to their full potential.
Important information required by Ofsted
Registration certificate
DBS
First aid: renew in 2020 next due 2023
full public liability Insurances: Renew each year paid by DD each month.
Safeguarding level 3
Each childcare provider is required by law to have a current DBS check and to be registered by the government body Ofsted to be able to work with children and comply with all government guidelines including early years standards inspections carried out by Ofsted.
Any more information can be emailed after your first visit. To arrange a time please text or e-mail my details are on the information in my profile. Thank you for your interest I look forward to hearing from you in the future.
My Experience
Experience and qualifications
I have worked in childcare for over 30 years both as a childminder within the local community.
5 years also as a nanny gaining many years of experience and learning opportunities.
I really enjoy my chosen career as a childcare provider.
My last inspection in 2016 I received a ‘GOOD’ grading including three outstanding elements.
Food and hygiene, Safeguarding and other related training are updated within a cycle of 3 years.
Val Bushby
DBS First aid Food Hygiene Safeguarding. level 3. my folder with my most recent training received on line from Childcare uk which is regularly updated each month.
My Qualifications
I have a portfolio of different training that I have attended over the many years by gaining a wealth of child care knowledge and experiences to us with-in my childcare setting.
Qualifications:
Ofsted registered
DBS checked including my family.
Ofsted approved start-up as a childminder. as a business
I have First Aid which is done every 3 yrs. redone January 2020
Safe Guarding Training. level 2 and 3 updated November 2017
health and safety level 2
Food and hygiene level 1 and 2
level 2 diploma in childcare
level 3 diploma in childcare
My Availability
Availability
My opening hours are 07:30 until 17:30 Monday to Thursday. I don't work later than 17.30
I run a small setting specializing in early years • Birth to 5 years. only.
• places available Spring 2022
• On-street parking when dropping off and picking up. Please take care as it's a school road Also on a regular bus service 5/5a it can get very busy during school time drop-offs at school.
I am also registered to offer Funding for 2-year-old and 3 / 4 olds 15 /30 hours.
childcare support and information avalible to parents
Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
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Before School | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no | no |
Morning | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no | no |
Afternoon | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no | no |
After School | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no | no |
Evening | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
Overnight | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
Last Updated: 10/04/2024 |
My Fees
- Childminding from £4.40 per hour
£42.00 per day. A minimum of 7 hours per session.
please ask about details, availability.
My Local Schools
- I provide drop offs at Carr Junior School
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 14/01/2024)
Reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Vals chi. Please note that reviews represent the subjective opinions of other Childcare.co.uk users and not of Childcare.co.uk. Parents must carry out their own checks and references on childcare providers to ensure that they are completely happy before enaging in the use of their services.
Our 2 year old Daughter has been with Val for 4 days a week since she was 10 months old. From the moment we walked into Vals home we knew she was going to be the childminder for us.
Her home from home setting full of engaging educational activities is exactly what we wanted for our little girl.
Val’s garden is something else. Full of toys, activity areas and dens her outside space is used come rain or shine and our little one absolutely loves it.
Val has been brilliant at providing daily feedback and also feedback on the milestones our daughter achieves which has been so reassuring when leaving to return to work full time. We’re so glad we found Val and couldn’t wish for a better person to look after our little girl.
Val is a superb childminder. I have been lucky enough to have her look after my children for the last 6 years.
The provision at Val’s Little Mindies is excellent. There is a large outdoor area to explore, which is continuously customised to respond to the children’s interests; an outdoor classroom so the children can be outside even in bad weather and a huge range of resources inside for all age groups.
Val is hugely experienced, which was reflected in how well both my children settled with her from the ages of 8 months. She know when they need some TLC and approaches every situation with compassion And understanding. She is truly magical at talking round stubborn children!
She often goes on trips to local parks, visits fun children’s groups and takes the children to museums. My children always come home tired and happy from another fun-filled day.
Val is a wonderful childminder.
Val is so welcoming and is amazing with the children in her care. She supported my son to settle well. I felt so happy when my son smiled and reached to go to her during our morning drop off. That's when I knew how happy he is when he is with Val and the other children.
She keeps in contact with us throughout the day to show us all the amazing activities and visits the children do.
Her setting is nothing I have ever seen with a childminder before, it is like a mini nursery. Dedicated spaces for the children with endless resources. My son has made amazing development since starting.
Val is a FANTASTIC childminder. We have been lucky enough to work with her for 3 years now and I really don't know what we'd do without her.
She provides an exciting and stimulating environment with a home from home atmosphere. Both my children, 1year old and 3 years old, love going to Val's. The purpose built children's rooms and garden are the perfect places for little ones to explore and learn while having a brilliant time. It's not unusual for my children to want to stay longer when I go to pick them up.
They regularly attend local children's groups; take part in lots of arts and crafts projects and in the holidays go on fun days out.
Val is incredibly adaptable and looks after the emotional, social and learning needs of all the children in her care to the very highest standard.
I can't recommend Val highly enough.
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