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Children...explore confidently and laugh together frequently.. (Ofsted 9/2/2017)
The childminder...maintains safe and secure play areas, encourages healthy eating and provides a good balance of active play and rest. (Ofsted 9/2/2017)
The childminder supports children's learning and development effectively. (Ofsted 9/2/17)
No availability- 2021
Welcome to
Helen's Home From Home!
I'm a registered childminder providing care during term time and the school holidays. I live with my husband and 2 children (secondary school age). We also have an older cat called Fonzi who is used to children but prefers to nap all day. I have been a childminder for over 6 years and I have many years experience working with children, previously working as a teaching assistant, and in a nursery. I'm a Hygee in the Early Years Accredited setting. I offer a warm, welcoming, home from home environment. I think carefully about my setting and the play opportunities I provide, ensuring that they spark curiosity and joy, with plenty of relevant learning through play opportunities. I really enjoy working with children, being creative and most of all having lots of fun!
Relevant Qualifications:
Hygge in the Early Years Accredited setting
Early Years Educator Diploma Level 3
NVQ level 2 Child Care Learning and Development
Level 2 certificate in Understanding Children's and
young people's mental Health
Paediatric First Aid
Safe Guarding Children Level 3
DBS clearance for myself and my husband
Introduction to Childminding Practice
Introduction to British Sign Language
I attend many short courses to keep my knowledge and best practice up to date, including The Role Of SENCO, Practical inclusion, Vunerable Groups, British values, Radicalisation and prevent, Behaviour management and many more.
I ensure I keep reflecting on my practice and strive to improve, taking inspiration from online training, looking at other inspiring early years providers, taking inspiration from approaches such as Hygee in the Early Years and the Curiosity Approach. These approaches include influences from Reggio, Steiner, Montessori, and forest school.
Helen's Home From Home
Registered Childminder
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