Diane

Childminder in Lower Darwen

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Female Member since Jan 2017 Last Updated Nov 2025 Last Login 08 Dec 2025

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My Summary

Ofsted Registered

First Aid Training

DBS Check

Newborn Experience

Full Driving Licence

Own Car

2 Year old Funded Childcare

3 and 4 Year old Funded Childcare

Tax-Free Childcare

Outstanding Rated

9 months old Funded Childcare

About Me

OFSTED have assessed me as an OUTSTANDING registered childminder. I am based at my home in Lower Darwen. My own child is 16, which gives me the opportunity to work with other children, enabling their learning and development journeys too. My home includes plenty of indoor and outdoor space in which to play and learn. A nursery style setting with a more homely and flexible approach.

My Experience

I have always enjoyed encouraging children to discover the world and their own abilities, enabling and encouraging them at their own individual pace. This is my eighth year as an Ofsted Registered Childminder.

My Qualifications

Paediatric first aid
LCC Pre-registration course
Level 2 food safety & hygiene
Food allergy
Safeguarding levels 1 & 2
CAF training
Safeguarding- The Prevent Duty
Channel general awareness
Information security
Safeguarding children with disabilities

My Availability

Limited PLACES AVAILABLE NOW

Mon-fri 8am-6pm

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Last Updated: 25/11/2025

My Fees

Childminding from £4.75 per hour

£47.25 per day

My Local Schools

This childminder has not yet informed us whether or not they provide any drop off or pick up services at local schools.

My Ofsted Inspections

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Outstanding

5 September 2023

Children thrive in an environment where communication, creativity, and independence are nurtured. The curriculum is uniquely delivered with patience and creativity, focusing on language development through songs and rhymes. Children demonstrate excellent self-control, tackle challenges with determination, and make rapid progress in their learning. Strong partnerships with parents enhance the exceptional care provided. The childminder's commitment to professional development and celebrating diversity contributes to the outstanding outcomes across all areas.

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21 August 2018 - Good

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My Documents

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Ofsted Certificate (added 09/11/2017)
Inspection Report (added 28/09/2023)

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