Davies, Mrs Nicola Jane
Services and organisations that have the Local Offer flash have filled out inclusion information, meaning that they meet the needs of people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)
I live in a lovely quiet area. I have 5 cats and 2 chihuahuas
I have been registered since 1993.
Rated Outstanding by Ofsted 2008, 2011 and 2018
Recently Inspected in November 2023 - Good grade
The children & I regularly attend the
- Library
- Soft Play or similar activities
- Local parks or woodland walks- we enjoy getting out and about as much as possible exploring the ever changing environment giving the children as many 'real' experiences as possible.
At home - we have many toys and resources for all ages and abilities. the children are able to choose to play, explore and learn, making choices and following their interests.
I have a lovely enclosed rear decked garden on 3 levels all used by the children.
I hold a current Safeguarding, Level 2 food hygiene & NVQ3 in Childrens Care, Learning & Development and others.
Training is all up to date
Who to contact
- Contact name
- Nicky Davies
- Contact position
- Childminder
- Telephone
- Mobile: 07876 135490
- davies.n11@sky.com
Where to go
- Address
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Bodmin
Cornwall - Postcode
- PL31
Time / date details
- Session information
- Monday : 7.45 - 5.50 Tuesday : 7.45am - 5.30pm Wednesday : 7.45am - 5.30pm Thursday : 7.45am - 5.30pm
Other details
Costs
- Table of costs
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Table of costs Amount Cost Type £4.25 Per Hour - Details
- Fees include snacks,drinks, outings and activities
- Do you offer a free or reduced rate to carers?
- No
- Please enter details including what proof is required for the free or reduced rate
- Funding codes
Inclusion within our setting
Dietary needs
- Has provision
- Yes
- Experience with
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Lactose free
Gluten free
Diabetic
Nut allergy
Dairy free
No food provided - Details
- Meals provided by parents
Cultural provisions
- Experience with
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Yes would have an understanding
All children are welcome in our home. - Details
- Any relevant training would be obtained to keep me up to date with information to help provide individual care
- Languages spoken
English, but open to support other languages if required,
Pet provisions
- Are there any pets at the setting?
- Yes
- List of pets
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Cats
Other furred animal
Childcare information
Vacancies
- Immediate vacancies
- Yes
- Details
- Vacancy available for 2yr old plus on Monday and Tuesday
- Date updated
- 23/03/2022
Funded places
- 3 & 4 year old funding
- Yes
- 2 year old funding
- Yes
Opening times & facilities
- Opening times
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Opening times Day Opening time Closing time Monday 7.45 5.50 Tuesday 7.45am 5.30pm Wednesday 7.45am 5.30pm Thursday 7.45am 5.30pm
School pickups
- Offers pickups
- Yes
- Schools
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Robartes Junior School
The Beacon Infant & Nursery School - Details
- I live very close to the Beacon Ace Academy so we walk to and from school
Ofsted information
- Ofsted URN
- 102433
- Link to latest ofsted inspection report
- Inspection history
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Inspection History Inspection Date Inspection type Inspection Outcome 28/01/2008 Care Outstanding 16/05/2011 Inspection (Early Years Register) Outstanding 20/10/2015 Inspection (Early Years Register) Good 26/03/2018 Inspection (Early Years Register) Outstanding 13/11/2023 Inspection (Early Years Register) Good
Inclusion details
- SENCo name
- Nicola Davies
Early Years Local Offer response
- Systems and strategies we have in place to identify children that may require additional support
I do regular observastions while the children play, I link these observations to the Early Years Outcomes. I track childrens development on a termly basis and this helps to identify any areas where the children may need additional support.
- How we identify and support children's learning and development needs
I identify and support childrens learning and development through ongoing observations and assesments. I follow children interests & encourage learning through play with resources suited to the child age and ability.
- Links we have to other agencies
I have attended training to support linking to other agencies. At present I do not have additional support in place for anyone in my care. I do have links with other childminders and our childminder network co-ordinator.
- How we support children transferring to school
I help children with their transition into school by supporting them in their independence, children are always encouraged to ask adults for support. We work on being able to do their own shoes and coat, start dressing or undressing, being independant in the toilet and hand washing. We talk about school in a positive way, read books. If out walking we see the school children at playtime, showing them happy and enjoying their experience. I fill out a transition form for parents to take into school to help the teacher know the childs abilities, supporting 'starting points' making it easier for the child to have their interests met.
Learning and development
- Specialist skills or training our staff have
I have been since 1993, I am a mum and offer 'home from home care' I do have my Level 3 NVQ in Childrens Care Learning & development, Safeguarding, First Aid & Food Hygiene and my daughter has a Diploma in Health & Social Care and her first aid.
- Support we offer regarding children's health and well-being
My home is kept secure and well maintained, ongoing visual risk assesments take place all the time at home and while out. I have all equipment and resources available to support children from an early age and keep children safe while out and about. We have regular fire drill and discuss the need for safety at home and while out. I always carry my mobile phone, first aid equipment, emergency contact details for myself or the children with me. We encourage healthy eating, have lots of opportunities for physical activities and equally enough time to rest too.
- Ways we inform parents about how their child is being supported
I offer a parent Facebook page which is update with all relevant information and has a monthly view of our childcare journey.
I discuss with parents daily what we've been doing and share info about wow moments or concerns.
- Our complaints policy
My Policy on Complaints- I would ask that parents to bring to my attention any aspects of my service they are unhappy about so as we may resolve any issues without delay. They are able to raise their concerns/complaint either face to face or in writing. i will investigate all written complaints & notify those complaining of any outcomes/actions taken within 28 days. I will notify all parents of any complaints made against me or another member of the household, making all information available. I will keep a record of any complaints. I will always display the Ofsted parents poster Ofsted contact details.
Welfare
- Alterations we have made to make our building accessible
I live in a council house therefore there have not been any alterations made, if required I would supply a ramp for the use of wheelchairs. The front garden is on a slight slope to the house with a single step on entry.
- Facilities we have for personal care
We have an upstairs toilet and bathroom, hand washing can be done in bowls downstairs, nappy changing mats provided.
- Specialist resources we have
Specialist resources required would be purchased depending on the needs of the children. We have a large variety of toys and resources that can suit all ages and abilities.
- How we include all children in activities, such as trips
All activities and outing are planned according to the children I have at the time depending on their interests, need and ability. We enjoy getting out and about a lot. I cater for all ages by the use of either my Out & About double buggy or an Out and About single so even the tiny ones can see all around then, I always carry reigns for toddling, often take scooters for older children & can provide welly boots and waterproof puddle suits, and other weather required clothing. When out we always carry snacks and drinks & changes of clothing, often a football, quite often a dolly. If at home the children enjoy free play choices with adults supervision and support. we use self regisrtation and talk about the weather, birthdays, childrens interests on a daily basis including everyone. I make time to work on next steps and individual learning for older children during rest time of the little children.
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Last updated: 24/11/2023