Angiejd7
Childminder in St Giles In The Wood
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Female Member since Nov 2011 Last Updated Feb 2024 Last Login 18 Apr 2024
My Summary
Small Home From Home Setting.
About Me
I am an ofsted Registered childminder,
I have been registered over 11 years.
Part of the registration process, as well as regularly Ofsted do DBS checks, however they dont supply new certificates and my'n is an CRB, unfortunately Ofsted don't reissue certificates, However I do have an enhanced DBS from my volunteer part as a girlguiding leader that's done regularly and your welcome to see both when you visit.
I am registered to take 2 yrs and 3-4 yrs Funded, and will be looking at the new funded arrangemens when they are rolled out this year.
I can also except non funded children, Where my rates say starting @ £5.00 ph this is for children attending half days, full days work out cheaper.
There is an government set eligibility for funding I am happy to point you in the right direction, however I am not in control of if your entitled or not.
I also except tax free and work vouchers of many leading companies and other benefits. I live with my husband & we have a daughter who is at secondary school.
I encourage all children to be children and learn though play, I also include some structured planned curriculum activities daily.
I allow the children to have some free play using their own choices as well, so its child lead play as well, just like if they were at their own homes.
I follow the Early Years Foundation Stage framework in all the 7 areas ie physical, language and communication and the world around us and personal development and more.
We go outside as well as indoor activity's eg toddler groups, country walks, park trips, ie growing my own veg in summer months & art & crafts lots, messy play, water, sand and painting and making things from resources, there are to many activities to show you here.
I am happy to funding with one other settings if required, ie a nursery, or pre school, ( This is recommended the max to share ) However there are requirements for providing claiming and I am happy to provide more details on request.
As funding is only a set amount available per school year, there may be times you will need to pay if full time, and I always work to provide the same fun, caring and valuable service for all and keep my rates as low as i can.
I am happy to discuss this further if you have any questions.
I am open a minimum 42 wk's per year.
I take generally take weeks off per year and majority is in 1 week blocks in school holidays. Or odd days for training or other arrangements.
My Experience
I have worked in childcare for over 18yrs in various places before opening Hatchlings.
I have learnt that the parents & myself working in partnership, and an open communication are the main keys to a happy, safe and educational environment for the children.
I work with you & your child at their pace, i provide lots of ideas to do activities and will send home books from our book club or crafts if like so you can feel confident and supported doing activities with your child, Many parents work long hours and feel they miss out on their childs development, so i hold termly parents meetings as well as informal partys etc in a home from home setting.
No 2 children are the same, So your child will be encouraged to grow and develop to their strengths and their own likes and dislikes.
I do lots of course's each year to keep up to date and refresh my knowledge all year round about childs development.
I have the statutory Paediatric First Aid for child care practitioners & Safeguarding level 3 to name just 2 I have lots more, most are not compulsory but I choose to attend them.
My Qualifications
I have lots which you are welcome to see in a portfolio on a visit there are to many to list here.
They are things like. ( This is a small portion)
Paediatric first aid,
Understanding the EYFS framework,
Speech and language support & Development
Autistic support and management.
Food hygiene & protection.
Safeguarding level 3
Promoting online safety
Behaviour management
Play though the years.
to list a couple.
I am a qualified volunteer Brownie & Rainbows leader with a small unit locally that i run with a fantastic volunteer leadership team. I am a mentor for helping new leaders.
I help when needed on other girlguiding events & help at district unit activities when needed also.
My Availability
Contact for availability,
I Do have some spaces due to become available july and September 24.
I have a waiting list and i run a 6 weeks settling in programe that many parents have helped me develop over the years.
Everyone is welcome to join my waiting list it is not run on a first come basis.
I am open 7.30am-5.30 mon, tue, thur
(Possible later on these 3 on request if possible only)
Close at 4.30pm Wednesdays and Fridays no later available on these days currently as my own child has commitments that I enjoy being a part of with her.
To me family time is key so I try to keep my policy's fair and will be happy to talk them though with you.
Children are welcome from 3 weeks old to 9yrs 11m ( may be older or younger in some circumstances)
I am closed ALL bank holidays and closed weekends, ( odd exception vie discussions only ie nurses once a month rotation etc) I also take some family holidays in school holidays as I have a teenager, So school holidays are limited availability.
Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
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Before School | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
Morning | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
Afternoon | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
After School | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
Evening | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
Overnight | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
Last Updated: 27/02/2024 |
My Fees
- Childminding from £5.00 per hour
PLEASE Contact me for fees
I offer discounts for siblings,
Discounts for Block days rates.
All payments are in advance,
Funding available if your eligible.
However I can work with parents and do vouchers, tax free childcare, and weekly instead of monthly if required.
T & C's apply
My Local Schools
- I provide drop offs and pick ups at Great Torrington Bluecoat Church of England Primary School
- I provide drop offs and pick ups at Great Torrington School
My Ofsted Inspections
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My Documents
- First Aid Certificate: Quoted registered required first aid (added 16/01/2024)
- First Aid Certificate: Renewed pediatric first aid (added 23/02/2021)
- First Aid Certificate: Paediatric first aid (added 15/10/2019)
- Training Certificate (added 30/11/2022)
- Reference (added 30/11/2022)
- Reference: Mum's letter reference used for ofsted (added 15/10/2019)
- Proof of Covid-19 Vaccination (added 13/01/2022)
- Ofsted Certificate (added 15/10/2019)
Reviews
Below are the latest reviews for AngieJD7. 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.
I would really recommend Angie / Hatchlings Childminders to anyone! Although my two boys only went to Angie for a short while they really enjoyed their time there and learnt so much. My boys were 1/2 and 3/4 went they went to Angie. She was really good with them. I would definitely use Angie again in the future for any childcare needs I may have. Nothing was ever too difficult for her and she always helped me when I needed help. She is kind and friendly. Thank you so much Angie :) hopefully use you again soon xxxx
by Emma about AngieJD7 on 20/04/2020
Response by AngieJD7 on 02/09/2020:
This is lovely thank you for the kind words, Your boys are a real pleasure to have in my setting and seeing how the development is growing is a honor to be a part of with you and your family.
Nothing is too much trouble. Very friendly and accommodating. The children love Angie and are kept busy.
Very very happy and would definitely recommend
by Emma about AngieJD7 on 07/02/2017
Response by AngieJD7 on 20/02/2019:
Thank you for this review. You are most welcome anytime. I really enjoy doing my job, but I like to form a connection with all my family's so it works for all involved.
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