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I set up Sweet Briar childminding in 2020 after 10 years working with children in a wide range of settings, from nurseries and schools to specialist residential care. As a Mum I have developed a new layer of understanding to add to my experience and wanted to create a setting which provides the kind of childcare I would want to use. 

Sweet Briar Childminding is first and foremost a family environment, our living space is open plan, and has free-flow access to an outdoor deck area.  We are located next to a beautiful park and also have a large accessible garden. Every day we go for walks with our family dog, and regularly take other trips to children's venues and groups. I use an online diary and development tracking software system to keep parents up to date throughout the day. 

Meal times and snacks are had together as a group and I provide all food, and nappies. 

Costs

£7.50 per hour

£5 per hour 08:00 - 17:00 Snacks included, Meals at extra charge No food and consumables are included for funded places.

Do you cater for special dietary requirements? If so can you provide details?

Yes Many allergies catered for, please enquire. Vegetarian and vegan Lunches catered for.

Maximum Places

6

Do you offer before and or after school provision?

Yes

Do you have immediate vacancies?

Yes

Other information

I have availability for a child aged 0-4 on a Tuesday. I am also available for short term/ emergency and holiday care for children aged 1+

Do you provide drop off or collection services?

Yes

Do you have a waiting list and how many people are on it?

No

Local Offer

  • Childcare 1 How does the setting identify children with additional needs or SEND

    Using dedicated software I will track the development of children in my care and monitor when they are achieving milestones. If i were to become concerned about a child's development I would work alongside parents and professionals to support the child and their family

  • Childcare 2 How will I be informed / consulted about the way sin which my child is being supported

    I use software called Babys Days, this is accessible by the parents of all children I care for, all observations, next steps and support strategies are documented on here. When supporting a child with additional needs or SEND I will also correspond closely with their family and aim to support them as well as the child; where ever possible using strategies that can be continued at home too.

  • Childcare 3 How will the setting adapt the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum for my child’s needs

    A key principle of the EYFS is that all children are unique, therefore all children's needs are met on an individual basis, this includes any child with additional needs or SEND. I do this by using a child led and in the moment planning, to follow a child's interests and extend their learning within their play. I use a cycle of observation, assessing and extending and evaluating, in which I observe the children, assess the next step for them, extend their current play to help them to achieve it and then evaluating progress and how else I can support them.

  • Childcare 4 What teaching strategies does the setting use for children with additional needs or learning difficulties

    I have experience using PECS to support communication, I have experience using the TEACCHH approach used to support children and young adults with autism. I also have had TEAM TEACH training for positive behavior management

  • Childcare 5 What additional support does the setting provide for children with additional needs or SEND

    All children who attend my setting are all treated as individuals and their unique needs are supported on a case by case basis. If a child who has additional needs of SEND attends my settings I will do my best to support them and will seek additional training and professional advice to enable me to do so.

  • Childcare 6 How will the setting monitor my child’s progress and how will I be involved in this

    Parents have their own log in details they can see the observations and trackers for their child and are encouraged to add their own observations too.

  • Childcare 7 How do you ensure children with additional needs or SEND can be included in the same activities as other children, including trips

    All activities and trips are risk assessed and can be adapted to ensure that additional needs are met and all children can participate meaningfully and safely.

  • Childcare 8 How accessible is the building for children with mobility difficulties / wheelchair users

    There are steps to access this setting.

  • Childcare 9 How will you support my child’s transition to a new setting or school

    I understand open clear communication is essential in planning for a successful transition. I will also provide any additional support such as preparing the child for their new setting and sending any relevant information to the new setting.

  • Childcare 10 How does the setting assess the overall effectiveness of its SEN provision and how can parents / carers take part in the evaluation

    Regular communication is encouraged, and support from Rutland Early Years agency is available for both the setting and the Parents.

  • Childcare 11 Who should I contact if I am considering registering for a place at the setting

    Alice Summersby by Email.

  • Childcare 12 What arrangements does the setting have for feedback from parents / carers, including compliments and complaints

    All feedback is welcomed verbally, Facilities for compliments and complains are also available within the parent/setting software "Babys Days".

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Contact details

  • Name: Alice Summersby
  • Address: 67, Sweet Briar Drive, Calcot, Reading, Berkshire, RG31 7AD

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