Kirsty Edwards (Kirsty's Childminding)
Childminder
I am Kirsty Edwards and I have been a childminder for nearly 20 years.
I have an NVQ level 3 in childcare learning and development as well as First aid, Safeguarding, Food hygiene, and other relevant courses such as Play work, Behavioural expectations etc.
I aim to provide a homely relaxed atmosphere for children to learn, grow and develop in. I follow the EYFS and build good relationships with parents and carers.
I have a dedicated large room which I use for childminding and a secure enclosed garden with lots of play equipment.
I have raised two children of my own who are now both at university. It brings me great pleasure to continue to fill my house with children.
Who to contact
- Name
- Kirsty
- Position
- Childminder
- Telephone
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07954 167162
- Mobile
- 07954 167162
- kirsty.childminding@edfam.co.uk
Venue Details
- Venue
- Kirsty's Childminding
- Venue Email
- kirsty.childminding@edfam.co.uk
- Parking available
- Yes
- Parking details
- street parking
- Transport
- On main bus routes
- Notes
Bus no. 5
30 Hours Extended Entitlements
- Registered to provide 30 Hours?
- Yes
Vacancies
- Last updated
- 02/05/2022
- Immediate vacancies
- Yes
- Other information
- Kirsty has vacancies in July
Days & times
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Monday to Friday: 07.00 - 18.00
Inclusive Provisions
- Wheelchair access
- No
- Cultural provisions
- Yes - I would be willing to provide care for any child what ever their beliefs or culture. This can be discussed with the parents.
- Individual dietary needs
- Yes
- Recent experience of supporting children with additional needs
- Yes - Extensive experience of many different forms of learning disabilities.
- Specific additional needs this setting has experience of
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Asthma
Cerebral Palsy
Challenging Behaviour
Downs syndrome
Eczema
Epilepsy
Hearing Difficulties
Learning difficulties
Serious allergy
Costs
- Table of costs
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Table of costs Amount Cost Type £4.00
Other Details
- Facilities
- Arts and crafts, Baby facilities, Close to parks, Computer, Enclosed outdoor play area, Equipment for all ages, Garden, Healthy eating, Kitchen, Out-door play, Outdoor play equipment, Pet dogs, Playroom, Private changing area, Quiet area, Sleeping area, Slide, Swings, TV, TV - DVD, Take children on outings, Vegetable patch
- School pickups
- Britannia Primary School and Nursery (Ipswich)
- Further information about pick-ups
- ABC Pre-school
- Cater for over 8s
- Yes
- Age Range
- From 0 Year(s) 0 month(s)
- To 0 Year(s) 11 month(s)
- Age Groups
- Pre-school
- Offers Tax Free Childcare
- Yes
Ofsted Information
- Ofsted URN
- EY226043
- Link to latest ofsted inspection report
- Inspection history
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Inspection History Inspection Date Inspection type Inspection Outcome 19/06/2006 Care Satisfactory 06/04/2009 Inspection (Early Years Register) Good 10/06/2015 Inspection (Early Years Register) Requires Improvement 13/06/2016 Re-inspection (Early Years Register) Good 14/06/2018 Inspection (Early Years Register) Good
Support for people with disabilities
Access Suffolk
- Experience of including people with special educational needs and disabilities
As a Registered childminder, I aim to follow the requirements of the EYFS (2021) and the childcare register (2012) and provide an inclusive environment for all children and their families. I am also required to comply with the requirements of the Equality Act (2010) and the SEND (special educational needs and disabilities) code of practice (2014). I have there put the following procedure in to place.
If I think a child has a special need or disability I will;
*Use the 2 year check to highlight if I believe a child is falling behind in any prime areas learning.
*Discuss with the parents the issues and ask if the parents want to take it forward and if not then I would, by contacting the SENCO (special educational needs co-ordinator) through the FIS (family Information service).
*I would then support the child through any support offered.
When caring for all children I will;
*Value and acknowledge children individuality and help them to feel good about themselves, focusing on the positive things each child can do .
*Seek information from parents about the Childs routine, their likes and dislikes, family, religion and beliefs.
*Provide individual support depending on the Childs needs.
*Adapt all activities to enable all children to take part providing a wide range of resources and activities which will reflect the diversity of our local area.
*Lead by example and challenge any form of prejudice.
*Encourage children confidence and independence and to respect each other as individuals.
*I will risk asses to ensure the safety of a child with special educational needs whilst continuing to supervise other children in my care.
*Attend appropriate training and ensure I have the skills and knowledge needed to support children and there families.
If I believe a child needs additional support I will speak to parents and ask permission to approach agencies which will support their child. I will follow the graduated approach laid out in the department for education SEND code of practice to ensure that every child receives the best possible care and learning practice.
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