I am a fully registered childminder working alongside my registered childminder wife, who is graded Outstanding by Ofsted. I follow a full detailed curriculum each day which covers a whole host of activities covering the EYFS programme. I also offer dedicated free-flow play in an exciting and challenging outdoor area to enhance children's learning and to allow the children more choice from a variety of learning experiences. I also have at my disposal, dedicated areas which include climbing frames,playhouse and slides. I also take the children on regular outings to local attractions and educational visits.
For children that are aged eight & over, I can offer discover scuba diving experiences in a private local swimming pool.
Qualifications:
1.Level 3 Diploma in Childcare
2.Paediatric First Aid instructor (teacher status)
3. HSE First Aid at Work instructor
4.Manual Handling instructor
5. First Aid instructor
6. Awareness of Child Abuse & Neglect for NCMA
7.NDMA Nutrition, healthy eating and well-being in childcare settings.
8. Protecting information Level One (Cabinet Office)
9. Information Matters (Cabinet Office)
10. Principles of infection prevention & control
11.Safe & effective use of an epi-pen
12. Fire safety training (Cabinet Office)
13. Noise awareness training (Cabinet Office)
Setting Qualifications:
1. Food Safety Level 3
2. Green Star Award for dedication to the environment
3. Makaton
4. Communication & friendly spaces course certificate.
5. Level 3 Child Psychology