Sarah Thompson
Childminder
I live in Reydon with my partner of 23 years and our daughter who was born in 2009 . I have got over 30 years experience of working with children. This has ranged from being an au pair in USA, a nanny and at a nursery school, currently a childminder for the past 14 years. I have excellent references on request. We live very close to the beach, woods, marshes and childrens play park. I would like to think that your child will see my home as a second home for them to feel secure, safe, confident and relaxed in. This is one of the many positive aspects of being a nature based, home educator for pre school children, as my home will provide a place for activity, rest, eating and sleeping. I have got a BSc hons degree in Pyschosocial Science. This covered all aspects of child development and behaviour. All babies and children develop in individual ways and at varying rates. Every child is unique with their own characteristics and temperament. I will support the children to develop a positive sense of their own identity and culture this will help them to develop a positive self image. I understand how to encourage, listen and respond to babies and children's communication both non verbal and verbal. I follow makaton signing with all the children, I have completed various courses to support my learning & keep up to date with training. These vary from paediatric first aid, food hygiene, safeguarding children training, makaton, enabling environments, working with babies and many more. I am currently working towards becoming accredited in The Curiostiy Approach, Which covers aspects of Montessori, Steiner, pickler approach. We spend a lot of time outdoors, learning through nature & the seasons. I offer a friendly, stimulating, varied environment for your child to play and learn in that supports the child's learning and development. I believe it is important for children to have secure, safe yet challenging, indoor and outdoor spaces to explore and learn in. There will be activities for them which will help their learning and develop. Offering children the freedom to explore and use their senses, be curious, and be physically active and exhuberant. I will take the children outside on a daily basis whether it's to the beach, park, nature walks or other various outdoor activities.
We attend nature clubs, forest schools, STOMP (makaton singing, signing group) toddler groups, music groups, childrens centre, gymnastics, visits to the library’s, beach, Africa Alive and take advantage of the many natural resources on our door step.
Who to contact
- Name
- Sarah Thompson
- Telephone
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07555 151293
- childwise@hotmail.co.uk
Venue Details
- Postcode
- IP18
- View IP18 on a map
- Parking available
- Yes
- Notes
Wash Lane, Kessingland, Lowestoft - Southwold Bus route.
30 Hours Extended Entitlements
- Registered to provide 30 Hours?
- Yes
Vacancies
- Last updated
- 18/11/2023
- Immediate vacancies
- Yes
- Other information
- Monday
Days & times
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Monday to Friday: 07.30 - 18.00
Inclusive Provisions
- Wheelchair access
- Yes - This childminder has level access to their premises.
- Cultural provisions
- Yes - Puzzles, books, dolls, games, activities celebrating different cultures/festivals e.g Chinese New Year. Posters. Will go on training when I can, all inclusive.
- Individual dietary needs
- Yes - Vegetarian, non meat eaters for their religion e.g. Muslim, Jewish (pork), vegan.
- Recent experience of supporting children with additional needs
- Yes
Costs
- Table of costs
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Table of costs Amount Cost Type 5.75 - Details
- Please contact for further details.
Other Details
- Facilities
- Computer, Equipment for all ages, Garden, Healthy eating, Out-door play, Outdoor play equipment, Pet dogs, Pet fish, Pets, Playroom, Quiet area, Sleeping area, Swings, TV, TV - DVD, Take children on outings, Vegetable patch, Village walks
- School pickups
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Southwold Primary School (Southwold)
Reydon Primary School (Reydon) - Further information about pick-ups
- Any schools within the area
- Cater for over 8s
- Yes
- Age Range
- From 0 Year(s) 8 month(s)
- To
- Offers Tax Free Childcare
- Yes
Ofsted Information
- Ofsted URN
- EY408999
- Link to latest ofsted inspection report
- Inspection history
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Inspection History Inspection Date Inspection type Inspection Outcome 04/11/2010 Inspection (Early Years Register) Good 01/03/2016 Inspection (Early Years Register) Good 18/01/2022 Inspection (Early Years Register) Good
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