Alice
Childminder in Calcot (also available for babysitting)
Female Member since May 2020 Last Updated Nov 2023 Last Login 27 Nov 2023
My Summary
Sweet Briar Childminding
About Me
After 12 years of working in childcare I launched Sweet Briar childminding in 2020.
My approach is very much child focused, and my goal is for your child to feel loved and relaxed for my home and family to be as if it were their own. We love to get out in nature, to attend a wide range of groups and also have plenty of time dedicated to independent play. I believe that for a child to flourish they need to feel secure and safe, and to be given opportunities to explore and play at their own pace. This creates a foundation of curiosity and confidence which will serve them throughout their lives.
I live with my husband, our 3 year old son and friendly spaniel in an open plan house with a designated play space and a big garden, that backs onto the beautiful Linear Park, perfectly situated within easy reach of the motorway for parents that commute, and walking distance of Calcot primary school.
I use online/app diaries to keep you up to date with your child's day, to share photos and to track their development. I accept tax free childcare and 2&3 year old funding.
My Experience
I blend the 12 years of experience I have from working within schools, and day nurseries with my experience as a mum to create a nurturing environment that will give your child the best of both worlds.
I also have extensive experience working with children with special educational needs, specifically Autism.
My Qualifications
Cache Level 3 for the Children and young peoples workforce.
Paediatric first aid
Safeguarding children
Food hygiene level 3
Attention Autism,
Sign along,
Team TEACH,
Prevent Duty training.
My Availability
I am able to offer a limited amount of short term childcare to suit a range of requirements:
-One off childcare for events or appointments
-Emergency childcare where your current childcare is unable to open.
** adhoc care and emergency cover available **
** Collection from Calcot school and holiday care available**
Overnight/evening care may also be available from my premises.
I currently only provide a babysitting service for existing customers.
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Before School | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Morning | yes | no | yes | yes | no | no | no |
| Afternoon | yes | no | yes | yes | no | no | no |
| After School | yes | no | yes | yes | no | no | no |
| Evening | yes | no | yes | yes | no | no | no |
| Overnight | yes | no | yes | yes | no | no | no |
| Last Updated: 02/11/2023 | |||||||
My Fees
- Childminding from £7.00 per hour
- Babysitting from £13.00 per hour
Full time care is £7.00 per hour 8 - 5pm
Snacks meals and trips included.
For part-time contracts, emergency or short term childcare cover, or out-of-hours care please enquire as the rate will vary according to the number of hours and timings required.
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 Documents
- Childminding Agency Certificate (added 28/03/2021)
- Exam Certificate: Level 3 (added 20/05/2020)
- DBS Check (added 20/05/2020)
- Marriage Certificate (added 20/05/2020)
- UK Driving Licence (added 20/05/2020)
- Training Certificate: Food hygiene (added 20/05/2020)
- Training Certificate: Safeguarding (added 20/05/2020)
Reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Alice. Please note that reviews represent the subjective opinions of other Childcare.co.uk users and not of Childcare.co.uk. Parents must carry out their own checks and references on childcare providers to ensure that they are completely happy before enaging in the use of their services.
Alice looked after my two children for around 3 years, initially all day then afterschool care. She was simply fantastic with them. She provides excellent activities, food and I found her gentle and caring style worked very well well for my two children.
She is organised, transparent and clear with billing and admin. She was really helpful when we needed some short notice flexibility too.
She and her family felt like part of our family. My two children love her dearly and were very sad when we left the area but I am sure we will all stay in touch.
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