Gayle Mc
Childminder in Studley
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75.3 miles from AL1 3DH Female Member since Apr 2011 Last Updated Aug 2025 Last Login 27 Aug 2025
My Summary
About Me
Hi, my name is Gayle McGraham, I am married to Jeremy and we have a 20 year old son and a 18 year old daughter. We also have a cockapoo named Louie who loves everyone!
I am registered with Ofsted, which at my last Ofsted inspection received a 'GOOD' grade. My full Ofsted report can be viewed via the Ofsted website.
I am a member of Pacey (professional association for childcare and early years) , hold valid public liability insurance and both myself and my husband have had Enhanced CRB checks completed. I also hold a valid paediatric first aid certificate and attend regular training courses to ensure I am up to date on the requirements needed.
I also have held a full clean driving licence for over 10 years. All the children are transported in age appropriate seats which are fitted correctly and securely. All paperwork for my vehicle can be viewed.
We live in a detached house, in a quiet cul-de-sac in a central location of the village. We have a good sized playroom with a variety of toys for boys and girls of different ages. The resources are both educational and fun which helps to enable me to follow the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) more effectively. I continually introduce new resources to enhance and encourage the childrens learning experiences and enjoy educating through play.
Our garden is fully secure which allows the children to explore their surroundings with ease, there is also a wide selection of outside toys to be enjoyed, including a climbing frame, play house, slide and sandpit.
Our home has been fully checked by the local fire service.
Our home is within walking distance of local amenities including shops, doctors, park, library and the infant, catholic and junior schools. Within the village there are a variety of playgroups I attend.
My business is called 'Gayles Little Gems'.
I really enjoy caring for other peoples children and being able to offer a variety of different experiences for them. Watching them learn through play and giving a good start at pre-school age is a real pleasure.
I am offering a quality, reliable childcare service for parents who want their children to be cared for in a 'home from home' environment, which will meet individual needs.
My Experience
Before having my own children I worked for five years as a nursery nurse in a private day nusery. I completed my NVQ levels 2 and 3 in Early Years Care and Education while working at the nursery
The best experience I have though, is being a mum myself!!
My Qualifications
NVQ Level 2 & 3 - Early Years Care and Education
Paediatric First Aid Course - refresher course completed annually, full course completed every 3years.
NVQ course- 'How to set up a homebased childcare service'
Food Hygiene Level 2
5 star Food Hygiene Award
Regular refresher course for Safeguarding
Time to Talk - tier 1,2 and 3 online training
Variety of online course including oral health, prevent duty and British values, safer eating, child protection and cyber security.
My Availability
Monday - Thursday 8.00am - 4.30pm
I offer 9 month old, 2 and 3 year funding
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Before School | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no |
| Morning | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no |
| Afternoon | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no |
| After School | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no |
| Evening | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Overnight | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Last Updated: 18/08/2025 | |||||||
My Fees
- Childminding from £5.00 per hour
Hourly rate - £5.00 all year round
£5.50 term time only
£5.50 school holidays
Half hour- £3.00 all year round
£3.50 term time only
£3.50 school holidays
Snacks and juice included.
My Local Schools
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My Ofsted Inspections
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My Documents
- Ofsted Certificate (added 18/11/2020)
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