Carol-Ann Smith- Childminder
Service has Local Offer
Carol Ann has been a registered Childminder since 1988, she has three children of her own, and a dog and cat.
We live in Langley which is very local for all buses, trains and the motorways (M4, M25, M40) we are close to local parks, Slough town centre and the library.
Carol Ann Offers a home from home setting where all children are made to feel welcome, the children have a playroom which has ample toys this helps the children to learn and develop through play, she has a large garden with slides, treehouse, play house, cars etc. the children use this regularly.
Carol Ann works closely with the parents to make sure each child’s needs are met, she works within the EYFS so she can observe each child’s development.
Carol Ann provides a wide range of activities which includes, arts and crafts, musical instruments story /song times and toys suitable for all ages and abilities.
Carol Ann is a car owner and is insured to carry the children in her car as a registered childminder, which means we can go out daily to Black Park, soft play, toddlers, library, and organized day trips to zoos and farms.
Who to contact
- Telephone
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01753 580221
07852 101368 - carol.ann.smith1@live.com
Where to go
- Address
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SLOUGH
- Postcode
- SL3
- Notes
Trains, buses & motorways.
Other Details
Costs
- Table of costs
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Table of costs Amount Cost Type £6.00 Full time places £6.00-£10 depending on the hours Part time places - Details
- Payments to be made a month in advance. If booking in advance a retainer is required. Accepts childcare vouchers.
Inclusion Information
Wheelchair Access
- Has Provision
- No
Special Needs
- Has Provision
- Yes
- Experience with
- Autism spectrum
- Details
- I have worked with a child who has ASD.
Dietary Needs
- Has Provision
- Yes
- Experience with
- No
- Details
- I always ask parents to supply food so children's dietary requirements are met.
Cultural Provisions
- Has Provision
- Yes
- Experience with
- Yes
Childcare Information
Vacancies
- Immediate vacancies
- No
- Details
- 3 vacancies for 0-5 years old I will have 1 full time spaces from December 2018
- Date updated
- 16/01/2019
Funded Places
- 3 & 4 year old funding
- Yes
- 2 year old funding
- Yes
30 Hours Extended Entitlement
- Intending to provide 30 hours entitlement
- No
- Registered to provide 30 hours entitlement
- No
Tax Free Childcare
- Signed up for tax free childcare?
- Yes
Opening Times & Facilities
- Availability
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Full Time
Part Time
All Year - Facilities
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Climbing Frame
Refreshments
Reading
Cookery
Computer
Open Space
Sleeping Area
Dressing up
Day Trips
Musical instruments
Parent & Toddler Groups
Out-door Play
Slide
Games
Swing
Picnics
Pets
Toys
Garden
Visit & Outings
Playstation
House based activities
TVVideo
Arts & Crafts
Quiet Room
Both indoor and outdoor activities
Books
Kitchen
Walks to local park etc
School Pickups
- Offers pickups
- Yes
- Schools
- Marish Primary
- Details
- At the moment I drop at Marish nursery.
Ofsted Information
- Ofsted URN
- 105347
- Link to latest ofsted inspection report
Local Offer
- Local Offer Age Bands
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Early Years (0-4 years)
Primary (4-10 years)
Extended Local Offer Response
Special Educational Needs Policy
It is a requirement of SEND 2015, EYFS 2014 and Discrimination act 2010 that all child care settings provide a policy and procedure that outlines the support structure which is in place to provide suitable care & facilities for children who have additional needs or disabilities.
All children in my care are given the opportunity to play with all the toys.
Activities will be adapted to make sure all children have the opportunity to take part.
I will provide relevant activities to make sure it promotes each child’s welfare, development and individual needs.
I will do regular assessments on all children on a regular basis and discuss with the parents any concerns I have.
I will get permission from parents to speak to other professionals concerned.
Teaching and Learning
I use development matters (EYFS) as a guide for each child’s development.
I make sure each child is cared for and supported to help build there self -esteem and confidence, this helps them to feel secure.
I will share a daily diary with the parents and answer any questions they may have.
Planning is done around each child’s strengths and needs using starting points and observations.
Identifying and Assessing Special Educational Needs
I use EYFS, starting points, observations, I talk, 2-year progress checks.
If I feel there is any areas of concern I will speak to the parents first then get permission to speak to outside agencies i.e. Health Visitor, Senco coordinator, Slough Borough Council development worker, this way I can access any additional support the child may need.
Involving Parents and Children and Young People in Planning and Reviewing Progress
I work closely with parents on a daily basis, I provide a daily diary so they know what activities we do each day.
All children have their own individual folders with their observations in them, I use these to make plans for each child.
I ask children and parents to do a questionnaire of the child’s likes and dislike, activity idea’s, how I can improve and feedback.
Additional Support
I ask for extra support from the Early Years Development worker.
I would access support from my local Senco Co-Coordinator or any other outside specialist. With permission from the parents.
Extra Activities
Before a child starts with me outings/trips are discussed and added to the contract.
I discuss with parents and get their permission for any outing/trips outside our daily routine.
Risk assessments are done prior to trips/outings taking into consideration all the children in my care.
Meeting the Social and Emotional Needs of Children and Young People with SEN
Each child’s overall well-being is my personal concern, I have a behavior policy in place which I implement, I re-enforce positive behavior and encourage that by praise.
I do regular training this includes Pediatric First aid, Safeguarding.
I record accidents/ incidents, medication & concerns.
If I had any concerns a child was being bullied or bullying another child in my care I would discuss the matter with the parents and work with the child to resolve this.
Keeping Up to Date with Knowledge and Skills
Keeping up to date with knowledge and skills
I am up to date with all my training.
Pediatric First Aid
Safeguarding
Early Years foundation stages
I am registered with ICO
I have attended a course on Autism
I will access any other training as the need arises to make sure my development and knowledge continues.
Transitions
I have a settling in period for as long as necessary which I follow for all new children/parents.
It is based on each child’s individual needs that I discuss with the parents.
I arrange short visits with child to start, Parents are welcome to stay, and I increase this as the child/parent get more confident.
I work to the same Development Matters EYFS requirements as school and nurseries, each child has their own folders and with parents’ permission they can look at your child’s development.
Helpful Contacts
Helpful Contacts
Slough Family Information Services Tel: 01753 476589
Email: fis@slough.gov.uk
www.servicesguide.slough.gov.uk
Send Advice and Support Service, Slough. Tel: 01753 787693
- Last Updated
- 18/06/2019
Disclaimer
This information has been collected from third party providers therefore the Slough Family Information Service website and Slough Borough Council cannot accept responsibility for the accuracy of this information and recommends that parents, carers, young people, residents and professionals check with providers regarding DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) and OFSTED registrations and CQC registrations