Suzie
Childminder in South Kesteven
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Female Member since Jun 2009 Last Updated Apr 2023 Last Login Jan 2024
My Summary
About Me
Hi. My name is Suzie Swann I have a small childcare business called "little cygnets". I have been an Ofsted registered childminder for over 15 years. In my most recent Ofsted inspection ( 2019) I was graded a strong "good". which I was over the moon with!!
I have over 25 years of childcare experience from previous jobs at nurseries and as a nanny. After starting my own family, I knew I wanted to be a stay at home mum with Toby (now 15) and Jacob (now 12) so the most obvious route was to become a childminder. This allowed me to still offer my skills and experience to parents looking for childcare.
I believe if a child is in a calm, nurturing, fun and safe home from home setting they will thrive and learn.
I provide educational and creative activities for the children. These include adult led & child led craft activities, occasional baking, sensory play, regular story and songs.
I have an excellent range of toys, puzzles and books catering for all ages in the playroom.
When ever possible I go out to the local parks, Rutland Water, Burghley House, Farms, toddler groups and use other amenities such as the library and soft play areas.
I think that children benefit from new experiences and getting out and about with other childminder colleagues and regularly attending toddler groups helps the children make friends, play, interact with children of various ages and gives them a regular routine.
I can provide before and afterschool care and do school / Nursery pick up and drop off to and from Malcolm Sargent Primary School Stamford and Acorn nursery as that is within walking distance from my home.
I aim to provide a safe, stimulating, caring and fun environment for children.
My Experience
I have over 25 years of childcare experience during which I have worked fulltime as a nanny for several families and a nursery nurse in nursery settings, working with children ranging from newborn babies to 15 year olds. References available on request.
My Qualifications
Introduction to Childcare Practice (home-based)
NVQ levels 2 & 3 in Childcare and Education
Courses attended: Paediatric First Aid, Health and Safety, Food Hygiene, Behaviour Management and Child Protection Awareness and many more
I hold public liability insurance and have been CRB checked
My Availability
8.00am - 6.00pm mon - Thurs
I currently have vacancies so please contact me to discuss your requirements
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
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| 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: 17/04/2023 | |||||||
My Fees
- Childminding from £5.00 per hour
£5.00 per hour per child over 4s
£5.25 per hour per child under 4s
My Local Schools
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Reviews
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My son currently attends Little Cygnets with Suzie and I couldn't reccomend her enough! As a child practitioner myself I knew I wanted to find the very best care for my baby and choosing Suzie was the best decision. She is warm, friendly, kind and fun! My son adores her and has learnt so so much at Little Cygnets as well as forming some lovely friendships with the other children. I love the fact that Little Cygnets is at Suzie's home, my son sees it at his 2nd home and is so comfortable there! Suzie has a beautiful garden and I love to see my son playing outside in the sunshine with all the amazing toys & games she offers. She has fantastic communication and uses tapestry to send pictures and updates of all the exciting things hes been doing and the places he has been. Suzie takes the children to farms, parks, groups, woods and gives them so many experiences. I trust her 100% and I know while I'm at work my son is in the safest hands and having the best time! ❤
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