Littleoatschildmindi
Childminder in Barnstaple (also available for babysitting)
My Summary
About Me
Welcome to Little Oats Childminding!
My name is Ruth and I'm an Ofsted registered childminder for children aged 0 - 3 years. I follow the EYFS statutory framework (early years foundation stage) to meet the learning, development and care of all children. Our learning is play based, providing opportunities for lots of fun and laughter in a safe and nurturing environment.
I offer a loving home environment, with our play and learning largely based on nature and the world around us. We spend our days enjoying time outside, groups, clubs, messy play, singing, stories and letting the children explore, discover and be curious!
We have an open plan layout plus a dedicated play room, with easy access to a good sized enclosed garden including vegetable patches for growing, digging and learning. We explore the local area as much as possible. I have a full, clean driving license and use rear facing car seats only.
I am a mummy to 6 beautiful humans and wife to my wonderful husband Dave who is a secondary school teacher.
I accept government funding and tax free childcare.
I am term time only, based in Newport, Barnstaple.
My Experience
As well as my own children, I have experience working with children and young people from disadvantaged backgrounds. In addition, I have lots of experience forming positive relationships with parents. I have worked in primary and secondary schools and I have also worked as a homelessness prevention worker for young people within the Children's Society.
I can't wait to start my journey with your special little people and look forward to hearing from you for a friendly chat.
My Qualifications
Bsc Hons Degree educated
Childminder training
First Aid
Autism awareness
Food hygiene
Enhancing practice with Hygge
DBS
Safeguarding
Prevent training
My Availability
Current availability -
May 2026 -
2 day space, Monday and Wednesday
September 2026 -
2 day space, Monday and Thursday
My Fees
- Childminding from £6.00 per hour
- Babysitting from £15.00 per hour
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
- DBS Check (added 22/06/2024)
- Ofsted Certificate (added 18/06/2024)
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