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Ducklings

Childminder in Wolverhampton

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109.6 miles from EN2 7HH Female Member since Sep 2014 Last Updated Jul 2025 Last Login 21 Jul 2025

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My Summary

Limited Spaces Available !!!!

Ofsted Registered
First Aid Training
DBS Check
Newborn Experience
Full Driving Licence
Own Car
School Pickups
Childcare Qualifications
2 Year old Funded Childcare
3 and 4 Year old Funded Childcare
Tax-Free Childcare
Flexible Hours
Key Worker Childcare
9 months old Funded Childcare

About Me

**limited spaces available**

Hello! With over 22 years of experience in childcare and education, I’m passionate about delivering high-quality care and using my knowledge to support children and their families.

I’m based near the Staffordshire border, close to local amenities and the new i54 development.

My home is smoke-free and features a spacious, child-friendly garden and a dedicated playroom designed to inspire learning and fun.

I have two young daughters who love welcoming new children into our home. They’re always excited to make new friends and help everyone feel at ease.

My goal is to offer a nurturing, home-from-home learning environment where children can grow and thrive. I provide a warm, friendly atmosphere with routines that reflect real-life learning experiences—such as cooking, gardening, and visits to the park, library, toddler groups, soft play areas, local farms, forest schools and more.
I also offer the full 30 hours and 15 hours of government-funded childcare for eligible children aged 9 months, 2 and 3 years.

My Experience

With over 22 years of experience in childcare and education, I am deeply passionate about providing high-quality care and using my knowledge to support both children and their families.

My background includes working in a busy nursery within a children’s centre, where I progressed from a nursery nurse to a managerial role. I have extensive experience caring for children aged 0–3 years, and I’ve also worked closely with 3–8-year-olds through preschool settings and before/after school clubs.

In 2009, I became a Childcare Assessor, supporting, assessing, and tutoring students working towards their Level 2 and 3 qualifications in Childcare, Playwork, and Functional Skills (English, Maths, and ICT).

I hold a wide range of childcare qualifications and am committed to regularly updating my training to ensure my knowledge

My Qualifications

I attend regular online training and monthly face to face training courses to further enhance and extend my knowledge and skills.
I'm a member of the Forest school association.

Paediatric First Aid

Safeguarding and Child Protection

Diploma in Home Based Childcare

NVQ Level 3 in Customer Service

Certificate of Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector

Functional Skills Maths Level 2

Functional Skills English Level 2

Functional Skills ICT Level 2

Management of Early Years Practice

Advanced Practice in Working with Babies

Level 3 Diploma in Child Care and Education

My Availability

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Last Updated: 21/07/2025

My Fees

  • Childminding from £7.00 per hour

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My Local Schools

  • I provide drop offs and pick ups at Lane Green First 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.

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Good
9 August 2023
Children thrive in a welcoming atmosphere that supports their physical, speech, and language development. Strong bonds are formed in a dedicated play area where varied activities promote small and large muscle skills. The curriculum includes outdoor experiences and community visits, enhancing social skills and environmental awareness. Behavior management is effective, with clear expectations. While most aspects are rated as good, some planned activities are occasionally too complex for children's developmental stages, leading to distraction.
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24 November 2017 - Good
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Latest reviews

Below are the latest reviews for Ducklings. Please note that reviews represent the subjective opinions of other Childcare.co.uk members 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.

Amazing childminder!

5 stars

My daughter has been a Duckling since September and during that time she has absolutely thrived within the environment that Donna creates! from having some speech delays to now knowing so many words in just a few months thanks to the personal and amazing support that is given to her! I love the excitement of hearing about what adventures she's been on and the bonds she has made with other children, genuinely couldn't ask for a better childminder! x

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by Avatar for Keandra Keandra on 23/06/2022


Response by Avatar for Ducklings Ducklings on 24/06/2022:

Thank you so much! Such a privilege to be a part of your amazing daughters journey!
Here's to many more adventures x x

Great activities

5 stars

It has been more than 1 year since we started and we have constantly seen progress on our child. The activities are so various, from yoga for children to farm visits, from dancing classes to joining story groups, etc. We are so happy and thankful to have found you. Thank you

  • 5 stars Overall
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by Avatar for Luciana Luciana on 15/01/2020


Response by Avatar for Ducklings Ducklings on 15/01/2020:

Thank you so much for your lovely feedback.
Here's to many more adventures!

Outstanding Childcare!

5 stars

Putting your child into the care of another person is a huge deal for parents, you can never quite be sure what to expect. We tried a nursery for our son initially but at 10 months old it was far too much for him and he left looking tired, worn and unhappy every evening and we decided we wanted a more homely feel.

Then we found Donna at Ducklings! Donna's setting is perfect, it provides a total home from home environment and you can see that Donna truly cares for each and every child she looks after. She is on hand to help develop your individual child. For example when my son was starting crawling she took him to soft play centers so that he could try, fall and not hurt himself. She notes current favorite toys and encourages them to play with them or even paint with them (cars through paint!).

Not only that but she and her lovely daughter develop a wonderful bond with your child which makes you feel totally at ease when you drop them off, less guilty for leaving them, safe in the knowledge they're happy and well looked after. Thank you x

  • 5 stars Overall

by Avatar for Clare B Clare B on 27/07/2017


Response by Avatar for Ducklings Ducklings on 28/07/2017:

Thank you so much for your wonderful and honest words. When I started I wanted to provide a home from home but stimulating and interesting setting for the children I care for and I think this review sums up exactly what I had hoped to achieve, I'm proud my home and family are both welcoming and friendly to all the children.

Very passionate

5 stars

So friendly and clearly very passionate in what she does! My kids were right at home within 2 minutes of walking through the door! Lovely variety of activities for the kids, and someone who really cares!

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by Avatar for Parent Parent on 25/02/2016


Response by Avatar for Ducklings Ducklings on 25/02/2016:

Thank you for your lovely words, my aim is to provide a fun, challenging environment that is both friendly and professional when necessary, I love seeing children learn and develop and implement do all I can to promote this in a happy environment.
I'm happy this shows in your honest and supportive review.

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