Ruth Cain

Last updated: 31/01/2023

Childminding within a home setting. We have lots of fun baking, arts and crafts activities, singing and dancing, trips out to the park. We also visit the library, toddler sessions and soft play centres.  I provide home cooked food.

hours - subject to discussion. Ofsted Inspection grade: Good.

Who to contact

Contact Name
Ruth Cain
Contact Position
Childminder
Telephone
07825 778927
E-mail
ruthwcain@gmail.com

Where to go

Address
127, Meadow Way
Theale
Reading
Postcode
RG7 5DE

Other Details

Costs

Table of costs
Table of costs
AmountCost Type
£4.50 per hour
Details
£4.50 Per Hour Full Time

Availability

Age Ranges
0-1
1-4
4-11

Age Range Notes

From 0 years 3 months to 10 years 0 months

Inclusion Information

Dietary Needs

Has Provision
Yes

Childcare Information

Vacancies

Immediate vacancies
Details
Vacancy from age 0-8 available.
Date updated
14/01/2023
Vacancy range(s)
Vacancy range(s)
PlacesStart AgeEnd Age
1 0 1
1 1 4
1 5 7

Funded Places

3 & 4 year old funding
2 year old funding

30 Hours Extended Entitlements

Are you intending to provide 30 Hours?
Yes
Are you registered to provide 30 Hours?
Yes
30 Hour Partner Summary
N/A 

Opening Times & Facilities

Opening Times
Opening Times
DayOpening TimeClosing Time
Monday 07.30 17.30
Tuesday 07.30 17.30
Wednesday 07.30 17.30
Thursday 07.30 17.30
Friday 07.30 17.30

School Pickups

Offers pickups
Schools
Theale C of E Primary School
any local pre-school/nursery

Ofsted Information

Ofsted URN
EY394949
Link to latest ofsted inspection report 
Inspection history
Inspection History
Inspection DateInspection typeInspection Outcome
26/11/2018Inspection (Early Years Register)Good
31/03/2016Inspection (Early Years Register)Good
27/04/2010Inspection (Early Years Register)Good

Local Offer

SEN Provision Type
Medical, Specific Literacy Difficulties, Speech & Language Difficulties, Behavioural, Emotional & Social Difficulties, Autistic Spectrum Disorder, Physical Disability, Hearing Impairment, Moderate Learning Difficulties, Visual Impairment
Local Offer Age Bands
0 to 1
1 to 4
5 to 7
7 to 11
16 to 18
19 plus
Needs Level
Low

Early Years Private, Voluntary & Independent Settings

1: How does the setting identify children with additional needs or SEND?

Monitoring of children and discussion with parents

2: How will I be informed / consulted about the ways in which my child is being supported?

Verbal and non verbal communication

3: How will the setting adapt the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum for my child's needs?

Each child and their needs are different. Discussion with parents and inclusion of the childs needs are vital

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

Depending on the childs needs, additional resources, toys and teaching aids would be made available

5: What additional support does the setting provide for children with additional needs or SEND?

Depending on the childs needs, additional resources, toys and teaching aids would be made available

6: How will the setting monitor my child's progress and how will I be involved in this?

Children are monitored through observations, learning journeys and next steps, all these are available for parents to view through Baby Days along with daily discussions with parents.

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

Planning and risk assesments

8: How accessible is the building for children with mobility difficulties / wheelchair users?

accessible

9: How will you support my child's transition to a new setting or school?

Discussions with the parents and teacher / new carer

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

Self evaluation forms, questionnaires to parents

11: Who should I contact if I am considering registering for a place at the setting?

Ruth Cain

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

Through open door policy, or baby days

Quality checks

  • DBS check

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