Coronavirus information

Organisations offering activities and support. For local information go to Coronavirus information.

Suffolk Advice and Support Service helpline: 0800 068 3131 for free financial advice or support.

Home, But Not Alone emergency helpline: 0800 876 6926 for urgent help

Emma Thompson

Childminder

Coronavirus Support

Setting is open to offer childcare places to current children of key workers and for vulnerable children. Closed Bank Holidays

General Details

I live with my husband and am a mother of 3 children( all boys!!) , and 1 grandaughter. Our youngest is homeschooled. I also work with my mum (Christine) as my assistant. I work from a purpose built cabin in the garden. I would like to offer families an opportunity for their children to enjoy a home from home environment while their parents are working. I am a registered Forest Childcare Provider, we enjoy being outdoors at the woods, beach, zoo, park and having lots of fun in our garen. We attend the zoo and gymnastics club weekly, along with a curiosity approach inspired playgroup. Ialso attend a childminding support group regularly. I have a well equipped cabin which is suitable for all ages. We have lots of inside space for when the weathers isn’t so nice outside and a lovely enclosed garden.

Who to contact

Name: Emma Thompson
Position: Childminder
Address: 27
Kirkley Park Road
Lowestoft
Postcode: NR33 0LQ
Telephone: 01502 517526
Mobile: 07854513881
Email: emmaslittlepetals@gmail.com

Venue Details

Address

LOWESTOFT
SUFFOLK

Postcode

NR33

Parking available

Yes

Notes

Local bus route close by.

30 Hours Extended Entitlements

Registered to provide 30 Hours?: Yes
30 Hours Partner Summary: I will continue to offer 15 hours funded Childcare. I am happy to share the 30 hours childcare with other settings and offer 2 x 7.5hr sessions here as I feel this gives the children the best use of the time to settle and enjoy learning.

Vacancies

Last updated: 01/05/2020
Immediate vacancies: Yes
Other information: From July Emma has availability on a Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.

Days & times

Monday to Thursday: 08.00 - 18:00

Inclusive Provisions

Wheelchair access: No
Cultural provisions: Yes
Individual dietary needs: Yes - I would be happy to cater for individual dietary needs after discussions with parents/guardians.
Recent experience of supporting children with additional needs: Yes

Costs

Table of costs

Table of costs
Amount	Cost Type
£4.50	per hour (daytime)

Details

Additional costs for gym group, woodland tots and farm visits.

Other Details

Facilities: Arts and crafts, Baby facilities, Close to parks, Enclosed outdoor play area, Equipment for all ages, Garden, Healthy eating, Homework support, Kitchen, Out-door play, Outdoor play equipment, Pet cats, Pet dogs, Pets, Playroom, Quiet area, Sleeping area, TV - DVD, Take children on outings, Village walks
School pickups: St Mary's Catholic Primary School (Lowestoft)
Cater for over 8s: Yes
Age Range: From 0 Year(s); To 12 Year(s)
Offers Tax Free Childcare: Yes
Last Updated: 07/06/2020

Ofsted Information

Ofsted URN

EY395370

Link to latest ofsted inspection report

Inspection history

Inspection History
Inspection Date	Inspection type	Inspection Outcome
12/01/2010	Inspection (Early Years Register)	Satisfactory
29/07/2013	Inspection (Early Years Register)	Good
16/08/2017	Inspection (Early Years Register)	Good

Local Offer

Experience of including people with special educational needs and disabilities: I am an inclusive practice and would be happy to discuss any additional needs with parents.

More like this

Child care

Reviews

Rated 5 out of 5
Sign in to write a review

The best Childminder you can have

Emma has been like family to my children. She is an expert childminder, inspires creativity and exploration in children under her care. She is so much more than a normal childminder and goes the extra mile to give children lots of variety, learning and caring guidance. My son has always been so excited to be going to her - What more could a parent want than a child that is so comfortable with their carer. Leaving me happy to go to work knowing my child is enjoying their time away from me. She has a very outdoor focus allowing children to explore the environment and get out in the fresh air. I cannot rate her more highly. Both of my children have been under Emma's care since 8 mths and she is part of our family now. I could not have worked without her. Thank-you Emma for being in my childrens lives.