My Summary
About Me
1 full time place/days within this available. I'm Loretta Young and I'm situated in central Kempston just by Sainsburys. I have been a fully insured Ofsted Registered Childminder for 27 years. I live with my husband and 2 daughters. My son has his own house nearby.
I am a fully Insured NCMA/PACEY Member and hold an Enhanced CRB/DBS Disclosure. I am Ofsted Registered and Inspected with almost 28 years of continuous Registration. I'm also I.C.O. Registered and hold full Public Liability Insurance with PACEY.
I am extremely experienced, extensively trained and offer quality and fun childcare in a happy, home from home setting at sensible low ratios of adult to children. As like Nurseries I work within the EYFS Framework to ensure all your child’s progress is monitored and recorded and next steps are planned from my observations. I now use the UK’s largest on-line childcare portal Babysdays instead of A4 paper and journals. This is fully interactive with for parents and everything from contracts to invoices are available at the touch of a button on your phone or wherever you choose to log in from. Here you’ll also find daily notes where full information is also included along with photographs of your child’s day.
All childcare can be tailored exactly to your childs individual needs and your specific requirements.
I have undertaken extensive further training gaining over 60 Certificates of further training undertaken and also offer a vast portfolio of excellent parental references for which I can send you links for should you wish to view these prior to deciding whether to visit my setting.
I am a fun person, very friendly and approachable and your child's learning and development and both your happiness are my main objective. Our days are fun and varied. We do lots during the day both inside and outside of my home. Daily, we visit various toddler groups, local library, various community projects, music & rhyme times, soft play, messy play, a dance and movement group. We also regularly visit various Childrens Centres, 2 Childminder Support Groups, we could go bug hunting, feeding ducks, visit farms, numerous parks, go for a nature walk, garden centres, the local museum, feeding giant fish, visit pet shops etc. Nothing is ever set in stone....for example if a child has a current interest in trains or fire engines-we could go to the Train Station or Fire Station. We have done this many times and often wangle an exclusive guided tour of each! All of our trips out, visits, past times and attractions and all admission costs are included within your fees.
At home I have numerous educational toys and resources and we do lots fun and educational activities following the EYFS Framework and the children's interests such as singing and music sessions, dressing up and role play, gardening, computers/iPads, arts and crafts with glue and paint, basic baking and cooking, projects, model making, age appropriate scientific experiments, general free play and much more.
My home is warm, large, clean and welcoming. My garden is fully enclosed and has various swings, slide, trampoline, sand pit etc in addition to general items such as play tents, paddling pools, golf, skittles, ride on bikes and trikes etc. We have tortoises which the children love feeding and also some very tolerant cats which love to be fussed. Please bear this in mind if your child may have allergies.
I provide all the essentials with regards to pushchairs, car seats, travel cots, car seats etc. All my toys, resources and equipment are regularly checked for safety and kept in a good and clean condition. Please ring to discuss your individual requirements or message me for free via this site.
*** As I'm a Gold Member my phone numbers are freely available to you within my profile plus section should you wish to ring me. My Gold Membership also allows you to initiate messages to me within this site should you wish to message me ***
My Experience
I have 29 years experience of bringing up my own children and 28 years helping many happy families with theirs!
I have a special interest in behaviour management and also speech and language development and can help your child with problems regarding this in order to develop them further should you have any concerns about this.
I have also minded babies from 3 weeks old, twins, children with behaviour problems, teenagers and special needs children.
My Qualifications
(Certificates of further training in no particular order)
Paediatric First Aid (numerous renewals tailored especially to babies and young children renewed every 3 years maximum over 27 years)
C.O.E.L. Characteristics of Effective Learning
Child Protection
Safeguarding (Refresher to the above with 100% passmark)
Home Fire Safety Training
Awareness of Domestic Violence and Abuse V3
Oral Health Awareness and Nutrition Training
Working with Babies
The Prevent Duty ( Level 2)
Early Years Foundation Stage
Speech and Language Disorders in Pre School Children
English as an Additional Language
Allergy Awareness
The Prevent Duty Level 2
Awareness of Child Abuse and Neglect-Core V4/R4MV5/V7.3
Awareness of Child Abuse and Neglect-Core Refresher R4MV5
Awareness of Child Abuse and Neglect-Core Refresher R3MV14
Data Protection Level 2
Inclusive Play, Disability and Early Years Workshop
Prevent Duty and British Values
Supporting all Children's Speech, Language and Communication
Disability Awareness
Supporting all Children's Speech, Language and Communication
Common Assessment Framework
Supporting all Children's Speech, Language and Communication-Introductory Level
Using Visuals to Support Communication
Child Development in the Early Years
Sensory Play and Learning
E.Y.F.S. Planning Observations and Planning
Autism, Aspergers Syndrome and Semantic Pragmatic Disorder
Nutrition and Oral Health
NCMA Behaviour Management and Emotional Development for 5-12yr olds
Drug Awareness
Compulsory Paperwork
Supporting Children with S.E.N.D.
Smile Award
Allergies and Anaphylactic Shock
Safeguarding and Welfare Requirements
E.Y.F.S. Moving On
Behaviour and Self Regulation
Inclusion and Diversity
Under 5's Learning Through Play
C.A.F. (Common Assessment Framework)
Early Learning Goals
Allergy Awareness
Common Core of Skills and Knowledge
Developing Young Childrens Speech and Literacy
Observations of Childrens Learning
Teach the Foundation Stage (through Block Play)
Happy Handz Non-Verbal Communication
N.C.M.A. Activities for 5-12 year olds
A.D.H.D. (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder)
Birth to Three Matters
Portfolio Workshop
Using Visuals To Support Communication
Risk Assessment and Enabling Environments
How to Drug-proof your kids
C.A.F. Raising Awareness
Common Assessment Framework v3 e-learning course
Administration of Epi-Pen
Policy and Procedure Writing
Compulsory Paperwork
Data Protection Level 2
E.Y.F.S. Briefing Sessions
Level 2 Food Safety in Catering (Food Hygiene)
Are you Ready for your Inspection?
I.C.P. (Introduction to Childminding Practice)
Early Mathematics
Mark Making
Phonics for Pre-School Children
Health and Self Care
2 Year Progress Check
Tracking Children’s Progress
Transition to School
Sustained Shared Thinking Webinar
Child Development in the Early Years
Sensory Play and Learning
Introduction to the E.Y.F.S.Safeguarding and Welfare Requirements
Working with Babies
English as an additional language
Supporting Children with S.E.N.D.
Local Authority Registered Food Business Establishment for Food Hygiene (England) Regs 2006
I.C.O. Registered
N.C.M.A/P.A.C.E.Y. Member for almost 28 years
Inland Revenue Small Business Support Team-Income Tax for Registered Childminders
Advanced Training Course covering all aspects of the Baby's Days system including: Progress, Observations, Planning, Next Steps, Policies, Permissions, Medical, Book keeping, Attendance, Contracts, Registers, SEF, Photographs, Risk Assessments & Diaries.
My commitment to ongoing training is very important to me as it constantly updates my knowledge and keeps me up to date with latest methods and legislation.
My Availability
* One full time childcare place available (or days of this) Preferred age is approx 2yrs +
* After school collections are currently available from any local school either with/without holiday care and teacher training days.
* Holiday only places are also available for school children.
In addition to offering 15/30hr funded places, all workplace childcare vouchers are accepted and as I am a Registered/Approved Provider you may be able to claim the Childcare Element of WFTC/Universal Credits depending on your household income. I have also recently pre-registered for the new Government initiative of 20% tax free childcare incentive for higher earners. Please ask for further details about either of the above schemes.
I also offer early starts/late finishes and weekend childcare at enhanced rates for those who may need this facility. I occasionally offer overnight childcare. Placements can be all year or term time only. Holiday only care is also available.
My preferred method of contact is by phone as I feel human conversation is better than endless messages. However, if you would prefer to message me on this site-please clearly state your requirements in full including preferred days, times, childs ages and any other relevant details etc If you require school care PLEASE state which school with the same information-thankyou.
*** As I'm a Gold Member you can easily access my phone number within my profile plus section. This Membership also allows you to initiate messages to me within this site should you wish to message me ***
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My Fees
- Childminding from £5.00 per hour
Fees start from £5 per hour for a standard full time placement and also for 5 day a week holiday care. However, this can vary depending on your requirements. Factors to consider are:
Ages
How many children
Which days
What hours
How regularly
Long/short term arrangement
Term time only or all year
Early mornings, late nights, overnight care and weekends are available and offered in addition at enhanced rates. (Standard rates are between 8.00am-5.30pm Monday-Friday)
Please call to discuss your individual requirements or message me on this site but do PLEASE clearly state your requirements in full.
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
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- Training Certificate (added 26/10/2016)
- First Aid Certificate (added 26/10/2016)
- Ofsted Certificate (added 26/10/2016)
- Utility Bill (added 26/10/2016)
- UK Passport (added 26/10/2016)
Reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Loretta Young. 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.
My son is at Loretta for only one week and I can say that now I know how a Childminder should behave with little ones because I had a very bad experience before with another Childminder.
Loretta is lovely, the kids loves her, she’s tacking them each day to a different place, and they do lots of activities, go and feed the duck or go to soft play with no extra cost. I can tell that she is very passionate in what’s she’s doing, she’s not doing just for the money like others Childminder I had before.
Every day I received a picture or Christmas ornaments and lots of pictures and videos.
My little one was crying in the first days but she always was sending me photos reassuring me that after a few minutes he was fine, and it was really good for me, I could do my job that day without thinking if his still crying or not.
Thank you Loretta!
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by Daniela about Loretta Young on 15/12/2019
Response by Loretta Young on 17/12/2019:
Thankyou for you lovely words. I can’t believe how well he’s settled-it’s like he’s been with us forever and fits in with the other children so well. I always try and reassure parents in any way I can and I’m so glad you’re happy with the service I provide. He really is a pleasure to care for :-)
My year old daughter had an overnight stay with Loretta. She made me feel at ease by sending her qualifications, sending videos of where my daughter would be staying etc and kept me updated while she had my daughter. She was able to pick up and drop off (as I do not drive) and my daughter came back very smiley.
100% recommend!!
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by Tasha about Loretta Young on 20/06/2019
Response by Loretta Young on 21/06/2019:
Awww many thanks for the lovely review. I try to reassure parents as much as possible by sending pics/videos throughout the time their child is with me. Also I try to help parents by offering transport if I can. Girly was so sweet, smiley and well behaved so please contact me again if the need arises.
Our 5-year old son has been staying with Loretta for over a year now after school and during school holidays and absolutely loves it. Loretta always tries to find new activities (seasonal) to entertain the children and our son never gets bored. He has also met lots of new friends as Loretta cares for several other children and they all get on very well. I highly recommend Loretta's services if you are looking for a "feel at home" place for you child in the Kempston area.
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by Olivier about Loretta Young on 03/10/2018
Response by Loretta Young on 21/06/2019:
Thankyou for your lovely review. We always have lots of fun and there’s never a dull moment! He’s a very sweet, well mannered boy who’s a pleasure to care for.
Prior to meeting Loretta, my daughter was afraid of cats, but Loretta found a way to make her feel comfortable and reassure her - by the end of her first day she enjoyed being around her fluffy cats and looked forward to going back.
My daughter always talks about Loretta and the various activities she enjoys with her such as Lego Club and going to local parks. She also likes playing in her garden, playing with the other children that Loretta cares for and looking after the cats. Loretta is chatty and always thinking about activities to do with the children and always suggests activities that I can do with my daughter on the weekends.
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by Ms D about Loretta Young on 20/09/2018
Response by Loretta Young on 21/09/2018:
Thankyou for your review. She's a lovely polite and helpful girl and a pleasure to care for.
Our little one is with Loretta since mid April 5 days / week and loves it! She has so many activities for him and the rest of the children that he never wants to leave in the evening! There are activities in doors when it is raining but most of the time she is bringing him to groups, parks (water park in the summer) museums etc. My sister in law's childminder doesn't even do 1/3 of what Loretta proposes! A good mix of Nanny Mcphee and Mary Poppins! Very happy and very glad we found her!
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by virginie about Loretta Young on 14/09/2018
Response by Loretta Young on 16/09/2018:
Thankyou so much for your kind words and yes we love being busy outdoors. It’s always lovely seeing Baby Boys happy little face every morning but not so sweet when he doesn’t want to leave at home time!
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