Ann Atkins

Coronavirus status: OPEN

I am an Ofsted Registered Childminder, (rated good)

*********I have No space available. I am full *********

I have morning Francis Baily school drop off places for September 2020 from 7:15

and afternoon pick ups from Francis Baily school until 5.15

Phone 01635741257 or 07554530680 Or email annjatkins@gmail.com

I am based in Dunstan Park Thatcham. I have been a childminder for 14 years. I have one child of my own, that is at university.

We attend playgroups, spend time outside in the garden and local parks. We meet up with other childminders and have fun. We have 2 small family dogs and 2 cats ( we are animal lovers) we also have a shetland pony that the children enjoy getting involved with, feeding grooming etc

I have a home from home environment, I offer flexible childcare. I may be able to accommodate shift patterns.

I can drop off and collect from any Thatcham preschools and cover Francis Baily School before and after school

we have plenty of parking for picking up and dropping off.

I accept child care vouchers and tax free childcare payments. And 15 - 30 funded hours.

Who to contact

Contact Name: Ann
Telephone: 01635 741257
07554530680
E-mail: annjatkins@gmail.com
Notes: I have all qualifications that are required by Ofsted.

Where to go

Name: Ann’s Childminding
Address: 14, Rosemary Gardens
Dunstan Park
Thatcham
Berkshire
Postcode: RG18 4BA

Other Details

Costs

Table of costs

Table of costs
Amount	Cost Type
£6.00	per hour

Details

£6.00 an Hour. Children bring their own lunch boxs and snacks. I can reheat cooked food that you supply.

Inclusion Information

Dietary Needs

Has Provision: Yes
Details: I would work with the parents

Childcare Information

Vacancies

Immediate vacancies

Details

before school drop offs to Francis Baily school. I also could possibly work with a shift pattern for a part time child mon,tue,wed,thur.

Date updated

07/12/2020

Vacancy range(s)

Vacancy range(s)
Places	Start Age	End Age
0	0	1
0	1	5
1	5	8
1	8	12

Funded Places

3 & 4 year old funding
2 year old funding

30 Hours Extended Entitlements

Are you intending to provide 30 Hours?: No
Are you registered to provide 30 Hours?: No

Waiting List

Do you have a waiting list?: No

Opening Times & Facilities

Opening Times

Opening Times
Day	Opening Time	Closing Time
Monday	07.00	17:15
Tuesday	07.00	17:15
Wednesday	07.00	17:15
Thursday	07.00	17:15

School Pickups

Offers pickups
Schools: Francis Baily Primary School
Pied Piper Pre-School
Details: I can drop off and collect from any Thatcham pre school if needed

Ofsted Information

Ofsted URN

EY248927

Link to latest ofsted inspection report

Inspection history

Inspection History
Inspection Date	Inspection type	Inspection Outcome
22/11/2017	Inspection (Early Years Register)	Good
06/03/2015	Inspection (Early Years Register)	Good
13/04/2011	Inspection (Early Years Register)	Satisfactory
19/11/2007	Care	Satisfactory

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
Needs Level: Low

Early Years Private, Voluntary & Independent Settings

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

Parents will advise me

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

I will speak to parents and work in partnership with them and any outside agencies if required

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

Depending on the needs of the child. Parents and I would work in partnership to help the child with their individual needs

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

Depends on the needs. I would be flexible and change and adapt as required

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

Low child adult ratio. My setting is not a big busy setting like a nursery, more of a home from home setting

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

Working in partnership with parents have a daily diary if needed.

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

Adapt what needs to be adapted in a way that will include them and there disability

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

No steps. Wheelchair friendly house. Extra wide doors

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

By working in partnership with the other setting.

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

I evaluate as I work and can adapt to include any child

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