FAQ

As a Childminder I must conduct risk assessments for both the home and garden, as well as during outings with the children. Additionally, it is essential for me to document any accidents, incidents, and the administration of medications.

As a parent myself I understand how important it is to be informed about your child’s progress in a new space. As such I perform written observations on the children to monitor their progress and identify any areas of need. Continuous feedback is a requirement, and between the ages of 2 and 3 years, a progress check is provided to all parents. Parents will also have access to a written and digital ‘my progress’ book about their child’s development.

I liaise with other Childminders in the area and in an emergency a back-up childminder may be available to look after your child. work with others to cover illness or holidays. If my own child is Ill and I do not have cover I will inform you as soon as possible and ask that you make alternative arrangements to prevent infection.

Everything! I aim to provide parents with a hassle-free and smooth childcare experience. That’s why my fees encompass everything – from nutritious lunches to all nap time essentials and outings. Just drop off your little one, and go about your day without any worries. For more information please look through our FEES page.

I provide three paid one-hour settling-in sessions (must prebook) before the contract start date. In the initial session, parents are encouraged to stay with the child as they acclimate to the environment, typically in the morning. In the second session, parents are urged to stay briefly and then leave the setting for the remainder of the hour, allowing the child to adapt independently. In the final settling-in session, parents are advised to drop off their little one and return after the hour.

Once registration paperwork and settling-in sessions are completed, parents will receive the invoice for the initial month’s childcare payment. Subsequently, monthly invoices, reflecting the agreed-upon hours, will be sent on the last working day of each month for the following month’s childcare, with payments required in advance on a monthly basis. Parents can choose to pay via bank transfer. Card payments will be available to parents soon!

Parents will have access to a digital and physical copy of all my policies to read in their own time. A physical copy will also be available at all times in the setting. 

We serve 3 healthy home cooked meals and a variety and fruit and snacks throughout the day. Breakfast will usually be served between 8:30am – 9:30am. Snacks will then be served between 10:30am and 11:30am. Lunch is usually served at 12:15. Another afternoon snack around 3pm then dinner at 4:30pm followed by a healthy dessert. Fresh drinking Water is available for the children at all times. Any special dietary requirements will be adhered to at no extra cost!