Jacky Edwards
Childminder in Leigh On Sea (also available for babysitting)
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Female Member since Jun 2010 Last Updated Dec 2023 Last Login 01 Nov 2024
My Summary
Oustanding Provider
About Me
I live in Leigh and I registered as a childminder in 2005, prior to this I was a teaching assistant at a local college. Our home is a happy and friendly place to be and completely smoke and pet free.
I am an inclusive childcare provider, and I am happy to welcome all children and their families to my provision. I aim to make my setting accessible to children and families from all sections of the local community through open, fair and clearly communicated procedures’. I will care for children aged from 6 weeks to 11 years of age (end of KS2)
I am registered with Ofsted and both myself and assistant hold up to date Paediatric First Aid certificates, safeguarding qualifications and regularly undertake training in statutory and voluntary courses. Full details of all qualifications’ held are available on initial consultation. I am fully insured and hold valid and up to date public liability insurance. Our cars are well maintained and covered for business use.
Since registering as a childminder I have had four Ofsted inspections and awarded an OUTSTANDING grade for each inspection.
March 2006, January 2009, November 2015 and September 2022
In November 2009 I was awarded a certificate of recognition of my contribution to childcare and education and to the outcomes of the children in Southend on sea. In May 2017 I was awarded a certificate for delivering high quality provision in Southend on sea
My aim is to provide a happy, safe and secure environment for your child to be in and for each child to be treated with respect and understanding as an individual.
I follow the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum, this enables me to observe, assess and plan for each child’s individual learning and development;
- I meet and exceed the legal requirements of the EYFS at all times;
- I work closely with parents to ensure each child reaches their full potential;
- I take children on regular outings and they have daily access outside;
- I plan for a wide variety of activities for each child, every day.
I have experience of dealing with children with food allergies and various medical conditions as well as behavioural issues.
Early Education Funding
Funded provision - I am contracted to deliver 15 / 30 hours Government funded entitlement for 2, 3- and 4-year olds. Available sessions will be discussed at initial consultation.
Food.
All meals are home cooked and I use no added salt and organic products where possible. Children are encouraged to eat their five portions of fruit and veg a day and I encourage children to choose healthy options and to experiment by trying new foods from other cultures. Children are encouraged to help in the preparation of food and meals. The children help to develop the menus and every 6/8 weeks we discuss new menu ideas
Children with food allergies and specific dietary requirements are also catered for.
I will strive to provide your child with an environment that will be caring, fun and stimulating. I will implement ideas from the Early Years Foundation Stage and will provide activities that support the main learning areas:
Communication and language
Personal, social and emotional development
Physical development
Literacy
Mathematics
Understanding the world
Expressive arts and design
Some examples of activities include:
Dressing up
Books / DVDs and Videos
Information technology, we have a large PC, smaller tablets and games consoles.
Mark making, both inside and out in the natural environment.
Small world toys
Construction toys (lego, duplo etc)
Pretend play (toy kitchen etc)
Water play
Arts and Crafts
Outings
Cooking
Gardening
Outdoor play and equipment
Forest and Beach school activities
We regularly visit local toddler groups, local parks, beach and woods. We visit the library and take the children out to experience real life situations, we ride on buses and trains and visit shops, supermarkets and cafes. We regularly go to indoor play centres and during the school holidays we have a full itinerary of outings and activities to keep the children happy and occupied
My Experience
I am a parent to 3 children,now all adults and I have 1 grandchild. I have been childminding for nearly 20 years and have gained a wealth of experience and knowledge over this time.
I have knowledge and experience of a wide range of additional needs and have attended many courses. I have knowledge and experience of ADHD, Asperger’s, OCD, ODD and children with social and emotional issues as well as children on the Autistic spectrum. I have had experience of dealing with children with food allergies and various medical conditions as well as behavioural issues.
I have a level 5 diploma in Leadership for Health,Social Care and Children and Young Peoples Services.
NVQ level 3 in Children’s care learning and development and ICP (Introduction to childminding practice)
I regularly attend a wide variety of training courses to further enhance my knowledge of childcare and to ensure the smooth running of my business.
My Qualifications
I have undertaken numerous training courses, some are mandatory but others I have chosen to do and am always looking for ways to improve the service and care I provide for children and their families.
I have a level 5 diploma in Leadership for Health,Social Care and Children and Young Peoples Services.
I regularly attend a wide variety of training courses to further enhance my knowledge of childcare and to ensure the smooth running of my business.
Paediatric first aid
Safeguarding designated person, level 4 safeguarding, advanced child protection
Protective behaviours
Food hygiene, food allergens
Fire Safety and risk assessment
NVQ 3 Children’s care learning and Development –
Early Years Foundation Stage training
Equal opportunities training, equality and diversity
English as an additional language
Asthma and anaphylaxis training
Behaviour management training
Developing phonological awareness in early years
e-safety training
early language development for under 3s
supporting 2 year olds
five to thrive (promoting optimal brain development for all children
forest school qualification
My Availability
My hours are flexible and can be adapted to individuals’ needs; 7 days a week, 365 days per year 24 hours a day as I am registered for overnight care.
Early Education Funding
Funded provision - I am contracted to deliver 15 / 30 hours Government funded entitlement for 2, 3- and 4-year olds. Available sessions will be discussed at initial consultation. If you think you are eligible for any of the above please get in touch to discuss further.
I also offer a babysitting service which is available evenings and weekends
I currently have full and part time vacancies for children aged from birth upwards.
I am happy to take and collect from preschools and schools locally , please contact me to discuss your requirements.
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Before School | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no |
Morning | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no |
Afternoon | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no |
After School | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no |
Evening | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
Overnight | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
Last Updated: 05/12/2023 |
My Fees
- Babysitting from £10.00 per hour
- Childminding from £6.00 per hour
Fees are charged at an hourly rate and start at £6 per hour and are payable one month in advance of commencement of childcare. I also accept childcare vouchers from various different companies towards the cost of your fees. I am also registered for the government tax free childcare scheme
Please contact me if you think I can help with your childcare needs.
My Local Schools
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My Ofsted Inspections
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My Documents
- UK Passport (added 20/08/2023)
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