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Clair

Childminder in Wakefield

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Rates from
£6/hr
Member
9 years
Last seen
14 Apr 2026
Updated
Apr 2026

My Summary

Ofsted Registered
Special Needs Experience
First Aid Training
DBS Check
Newborn Experience
School Pickups
2 Year old Funded Childcare
3 and 4 Year old Funded Childcare
Tax-Free Childcare
9 months old Funded Childcare
Highly Rated

About Me

Hi, I'm Clair Smith, Ofsted graded Outstanding (2024 & 2018) I live with my husband and our 3 sons on Oakwood Avenue, Flanshaw Park, Wakefield. I became a registered childminder in 2001 and had a break when my twins were born. I absolutely love my vocation and I'm passionate about early years education.
My home is safe, secure and welcoming, a real family feel throughout. With a dedicated room for play and free flow throughout the entire ground floor, children can choose where to spend their time. My outdoor space has been carefully planned to enable me to deliver the EYFS both indoors & out. We balance our time in the setting & out and about in the community.
The outcomes for children in my care have been judged outstanding. I am privileged in my role, caring for babies and children and work hard to bring out the best in each child, preparing them for school & beyond. The children in my care feel loved, respected and safe.

My Experience

24 yrs experience as a childminder.
I grew up as the daughter of a childminder from a large family. I am a qualified Teaching Assistant and in my role as a childminder have undertaken many courses to further my knowledge in Early Years Education/Family Support.
I am Ofsted registered, dbs checked, I hold public liability insurance, a level 2 food hygiene certificate, a level 3 first aid qualification, a level 3 safeguarding qualification.

My Qualifications

Various training qualifications specific to my role.

My Availability

Please check with me for current vacancies.

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Last updated 14/04/2026

My Fees

  • Childminding from £6.00 per hour

My Local Schools

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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Outstanding
27 March 2024
An outstanding childminder fosters children's rapid progress through exciting learning experiences. The superbly planned curriculum promotes independence, safety, and exceptional mathematical skills. Children benefit from a wide range of activities that capture their interest and fully support their development. Excellent partnerships with parents ensure continuity in learning between the setting and home. The childminder's commitment to professional development contributes to consistently high-quality care and education.
Summary generated by AI from the text of the inspection report.
7 March 2018 - Outstanding
1 July 2013 - 2
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My Documents

  • DBS Check (added 08/10/2018)
  • Ofsted Certificate (added 08/10/2018)
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