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I am an Ofsted registered childminder in Thatcham.

I drop off and pick up from Thatcham Park School.

I take children from 3 months old.

I have 2 of my own children and 2 cats.

Costs

£6 per hour

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

Yes

Give details of your SEND provision here

Yes

Maximum Places

6

Are you registered to receive 9 month old funded places? If so how many places?

Yes

Are you registered to receive 2 year old economic funding for families? If so how many places?

Yes

Are you registered to receive 2 year funding for working parent families? If so how many places?

Yes

Are you registered to receive 3 or 4 year old funded places? If so how many places for each age group?

Yes

Do you offer before and or after school provision?

Yes

Do you have immediate vacancies?

No

Opening Times - please include day, start time and end time

7am - 5pm

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

    I use WhatsApp as my daily diary for parents, we can communicate throughout the day. We can talk about any concerns or if extra helped is needed.

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

    Daily diary through WhatsApp. Anything we do, what your child has eaten or how much they have slept is all put in a message via WhatsApp with photos.

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

    I will adapt to each individual need, I will discuss with you how we can make it interesting and fun.

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

    I have books, play figures, sensory activities. I am happy to extend my toys if there are certain things that will help.

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

    Each child is individual and I will support them as best I can and seek professional help if needed.

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

    WhatsApp throughout the day with places we have been, people we have seen, food that has been eaten and any questions we can ask each other.

  • 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 children will be included in all activities planned.

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

    I have a downstairs toilet. It is wheelchair accessible. Playroom downstairs.

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

    Lots of communication , I will help provide information how we can prepare for moving up.

  • 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 with parents.

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

    Myself.

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

    I have a complaints policy and you can contact me through message, email, WhatsApp and a phone call.

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