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Clair

Childminder in Wakefield

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Rates from
£6/hr
Member
9 years
Last seen
20 Jan 2026
Updated
Jan 2026
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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
Outstanding Rated
9 months old Funded Childcare

About Me

Hi, I'm Clair Smith, Ofsted grading 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 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 home is safe, secure and welcoming, a real family feel throughout. The outcomes for children in my care have been judged outstanding.

My Qualifications

Various training qualifications specific to my role.

My Availability

Please check with me for current vacancies.

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Last updated 16/01/2026

My Fees

  • Childminding from £6.00 per hour

My Local Schools

My Ofsted Inspections

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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.
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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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