Donna Parkin
Last updated: 09/01/2024
Hello, my name is Donna and I have been an OFSTED registered childminder since 2007. I have good experience of looking after all different age ranges and can provide excellent references to any prospective parents. I am flexible and work together with the parents to provide the type of care you want for your child. We take regular trips out to local woods, soft play areas,the park and the lakes. I know how difficult it is to find good childcare and will do my best to meet all your requirements. Discount for siblings. Vacancies for after school including over 8's.. Ofsted inspection grading - Good. No pets. Saturdays- to be discussed.
Who to contact
- Contact Name
- Donna Parkin
- Contact Position
- Childminder
- Telephone
-
01635872445
07881958646 -
donnamarieparkin@yahoo.com
Where to go
- Address
-
53, The Haywards
Thatcham
- Postcode
- RG18 4LY
Other Details
Costs
- Table of costs
-
Table of costs Amount Cost Type £5.00 per hour - Details
- £9.00 for Saturdays
Availability
- Age Ranges
-
0-1
1-4
4-11
11-16
Inclusion Information
Dietary Needs
- Has Provision
- Yes
Childcare Information
Vacancies
- Immediate vacancies
- Date updated
- 06/01/2024
- Vacancy range(s)
-
Vacancy range(s) Places Start Age End Age 0 0 1 0 1 4 2 5 7 2 8 15
Funded Places
- 3 & 4 year old funding
- 2 year old funding
30 Hours Extended Entitlements
- Are you registered to provide 30 Hours?
- Yes
- 30 Hour Partner Summary
- NA
Waiting List
- Do you have a waiting list?
- No
Opening Times & Facilities
- Opening Times
-
Opening Times Day Opening Time Closing Time Saturday 08:00 17.00 Monday 06:30 17.30 Tuesday 06:30 17.30 Wednesday 06:30 17.30 Thursday 06:30 17.30 Friday 06:30 17.30
School Pickups
- Offers pickups
- Schools
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Playmates Pre-School
Whitelands Park Primary School
any local pre-school/nursery
Ofsted Information
- Ofsted URN
- EY345222
- Link to latest ofsted inspection report
- Inspection history
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Inspection History Inspection Date Inspection type Inspection Outcome 23/03/2023 Re-inspection (Early Years Register) Good 04/10/2022 Inspection (Early Years Register) Inadequate 11/01/2017 Inspection (Early Years Register) Good 16/06/2016 Re-inspection (Early Years Register) Requires Improvement 18/04/2013 Inspection (Early Years Register) Satisfactory
Local Offer
- Description
My name is Donna and I have been an OFSTED registered childminder since 2007. I have good experience of looking after all different age ranges and can provide excellent references to any prospective parents. I am flexible and work together with the parents to provide the type of care you want for your child. We take regular trips out to local woods, soft play areas, the park and the lakes. I know how difficult it is to find good childcare and will do my best to meet all your requirements.
- Contact Name
- Donna Parkin
- Contact Telephone
- 07881958646
- Contact Email
- donnamarieparkin@yahoo.com
- 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
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0 to 1
1 to 4
5 to 7
7 to 11
12 to 14
15 to 16 - Needs Level
- Low
Early Years Private, Voluntary & Independent Settings
All children are identified as individuals regardless of disability. Every child has their own personal needs that are to be met. Care plans and risk assessments are put into place and followed to protect and care for all children to the best of my abilities.
Communication with parents/carers is vital. Daily journals are completed and handed over to parents daily.
I would work the parents and any other professional as required
I would work with the parents, pre school, nursery, school and professionals and ask for advice ideas to help the child .if parents agree visit family home for ideas and feedback on things to support the child .use pictures, photos, posters, signs, visual timetable to help them communicate and understand what we do / routine.
I would take into account the child's age, routine, likes, dislikes, any additional needs then work out a plan to support each child
In confidence talk to others, look at what courses /support there is that may help me. Each child has a learning journal which can be seen at anytime. I am happy to talk to parents anytime if they have concerns.
All children are treated the same, they are all encouraged to join in and take part. If needed I will adapt activities to support their needs. I will get advice from parents when planning a day trip to keep their child safe, secure and happy.
My house is accessible
Transition to another setting can be worrying and upsetting for a child. I will work with the parents / new setting and talk to the child about what's going to happen. I am happy to go with the child to visit the new setting and show them the learning journal.
I carry out observations, daily talks with parents, learning journals are sent home often for parents to look through and discuss any concerns with me.
Donna Parkin 07881958646
I am available anytime if parents need to discuss anything. We have a chat when dropping off /collecting their child. Parents are aware of my complaints procedure and I would hope that they talk to me first so we can resolve things
Quality checks
- DBS check
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