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Amanda Palmer
Home: (01249) 818630
Email: amanda.palmer@littleacornscalne.co.uk

 

Personal Details

I have been childminding for 6 years and have looked after children from 3 months to 12 years old. I also have experience of children with special needs.

I have 3 boys aged 6, 9, 11 who all enjoy typical boy things and love having childminding children to play with. We have two cats and a large walled garden. My philosophy towards childminding is to treat all the children exactly as I treat my own and to have a strong relationship with their parents.

The happiness and welfare of your child is paramount in my household (they will soon come home and tell you if they're not happy). To the best of my ability I will make sure that your child has fund, feels safe and secure, is able to put his/her views forward to contribute to the smooth running family-style care that I am able to provide.

Whilst your child is in my care, I am responsible for all aspects of their social, emotional, behavioural and educational development.

 

Typical Activities

We have a very busy but flexible week depending on the ages and needs of the children.

Monday mornings - soft play or feeding the ducks;
Tuesday morning - Wootton Bassett childminding group;
Wednesday morning - Varying activities;
Thursday mornings - Tots and Dots;
Friday mornings - Little Acorns childminding group.

Afternoons are a mixture of quiet indoor activities, sleeping children and visiting friends.

 

Training and Experience

● Introduction of Childminding Practice (ICP)
● Early Years Foundation Scheme
● Intermediate Food Hygiene
● Intermediate Health and Safety
● Healthy Eating
● Child Protection course
● Birth to Three Matters framework
● Anti-bullying
● First Aid
● Multicultural play.

I am currently working towards my NVQ Level III in Childcare Learning and Development, where I can further develop my childminding practise and enhance my level of knowledge and care so that I can help ensure your child reaches their full potential before they start school.

 

Contractual Details

I currently charge £3.50 per whole hour for children under 5 years of ago and £3.25 for those over the age of 5.  I offer either a full time contract or a term time contract only for school children. I charge full pay for your sickness or holidays.

I do not charge for my own sickness or holidays and do not work bank holidays.

I take two weeks holiday in August.

 

Vacancies

I currently have some part-time vacancies, please call me for details of availability.

I also offer school drop-offs and collections from Fynamore School and Sunny Day Nursery.

 

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