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Cathy

Childminder in Torridge District

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Rates from
£5/hr
Member
4 years
Last seen
25 Jan 2026
Updated
Jan 2026
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My Summary

Ofsted Registered
First Aid Training
DBS Check
Newborn Experience
Full Driving Licence
School Pickups
Childcare Qualifications
2 Year old Funded Childcare
3 and 4 Year old Funded Childcare
Tax-Free Childcare
Key Worker Childcare
9 months old Funded Childcare

About Me

I started childminding in 2011 because I wanted to provide care for children in a home from home environment and enjoy seeing my own children grow up.

My Experience

I have been childminding since 2011, I have 2 children, who are 15 & 25.
I provide care for children from 4 months to 13 years. We show all children that they are welcome and that we are glad to have them with us, we encourage children to play games and have fun. For children that are with me for the day I offer a range of activities, we visit Bideford Baptist playgroup on Tuesday and Friday and a playgroup in Westward Ho on Thursdays. We also visit parks, we go on walks, fruit picking and bug hunting.

My Qualifications

I have a level 3 diploma in children and young people’s workforce: early years and childcare pathway, safeguarding group level 2, paediatric first aid, global play training with world jungle, birth to 3 matters, thrive- supporting children through transitions, level 2 nutrition and health & health and hygiene.

My Availability

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I pick up and drop off to West-croft schools only.

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Before School
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Morning
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Afternoon
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After School
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Evening
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Overnight
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Available
Not available
Last updated 04/01/2026

My Fees

  • Childminding from £5.00 per hour

£5.00 per hour
Meals £1.50
Ad hoc £6.50 per hour.
Late pick up fees £10.00 per hr.
Late payments £10.00

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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Good
1 December 2022
A recent inspection report reveals a nurturing and educational environment for young children. The setting provides a warm, home-like atmosphere where children feel safe and secure. Communication skills are prioritized, with new words and sentences expertly modeled. Daily park trips promote physical activity and health awareness. Parents praise the high level of communication provided. The report suggests allowing more time for children to make independent choices during activities.
Summary generated by AI from the text of the inspection report.
2 March 2017 - Met
21 August 2014 - 2
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My Documents

  • Ofsted Certificate (added 12/03/2025)
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