Charlotte Lb
Childminder in Blackrod
Female Member since Jul 2014 Last Updated Feb 2024 Last Login 22 Oct 2024
My Summary
About Me
I'm a registered childminder set in the heart of Blackrod.
We opened our doors in July 2014 and have been graded 'Good' in both my Ofsted inspections in 2016 and 2019.
We often go out on walks, take trips to the farm and ensure that the children gain a variety of experiences.
Previously I was a registered nurse and decided to change my career to not only benefit my children but also because I am passionate about working with children.
Each child is different and I enjoy aiding them in their development and watching them grow into their own personality. Whilst implementing the EYFS I also feel it is important that the children get plenty of child led play.
I aim to work closely with parents/ carers to aid each child's development.
I am a member of Pacey and also have Public liability insurance. I am part of the childminder network in Bolton and meet on a regular basis with other childminders to discuss best practice, continue development and expand on my learning to enrich the children i care for.
My Experience
My own children have given me experience first hand. I also have looked after friends and families children.
I have worked with children previously, I have spent time in a nursery setting and primary school, when gaining experience for my past study. I have also worked with children within a hospital setting through my nursing.
I have cared for a range of children of various ages. Each chid is different and I feel it is important to follow as much as possible the same routine they are used to. This not only benefits the child but allows them to be comfortable and confident whilst away from home.
My Qualifications
Local authority training, CYPOP5
Paediatric First Aid Training
Food Hygiene Level 2
Fire Training
Safeguarding Level 2 and 3
Early Years SENCo Training
Elklan 0-3yrs Speech and Language Development
My Availability
Lilly-Lou's Childcare main Hours are:
8am-4pm Mondays
7.30am-5.30pm Tuesdays to Thursdays.
Term Time
# 2year and 3/4 year funding accepted #
Please feel free to contact myself for further information
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Before School | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
Morning | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no |
Afternoon | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no |
After School | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
Evening | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
Overnight | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
Last Updated: 28/02/2024 |
My Fees
- Childminding from £5.50 per hour
Full Time care Monday to Friday
Half Day AM and PM
Please contact me for prices
Hours outside the times stated can be discussed
My Local Schools
This childminder has not yet informed us whether or not they provide any drop off or pick up services at local schools.
My Ofsted Inspections
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My Documents
- UK Driving Licence (added 13/11/2023)
Reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Charlotte LB. Please note that reviews represent the subjective opinions of other Childcare.co.uk users and not of Childcare.co.uk. Parents must carry out their own checks and references on childcare providers to ensure that they are completely happy before enaging in the use of their services.
We are so happy that we chose to send our daughter to Lilly-Lou’s. Charlotte and Tracey both work incredibly hard to provide all the children with a loving and caring environment. Our daughter was made to feel welcomed from day one. She thinks of Charlotte and Tracey as part of her extended family and on some days she doesn’t even want to come home.
Charlotte and Tracey provide a wealth of exciting activities including painting, drawing, outdoor play with water, reading and puzzles. As well as outings to the park, trips to the farm and taking part in community events such as coffee mornings and the annual Scarecrow festival.
Communication is fantastic by both ladies as they provide both verbal and written feedback on a daily basis. Regular feedback is also provided on the Tapestry app which allows us all to upload photographs, comments and to keep up to date with our daughter’s development on her EYFS learning goals.
We love Lilly-Lou’s and would strongly recommend the fantastic childcare our daughter receives.
by Rachel about Charlotte LB on 17/09/2019
We couldn’t be happier with Charlotte’s childcare. We travel from Horwich to Blackrod because we believe this is the perfect setting for our little girl. Charlotte and Tracey have a lovely, caring and kind manner with the children. They are passionate, proactive and plan the most amazing variety of experiences indoors and outdoors- including swimming lessons. They create amazing opportunities through child led play, puddle splashing, cake baking and sledging in the snow. They embrace all types of weather and children’s interests.
Charlotte and Tracey’s communication is fantastic and so important to us. They communicate with us via a parent photo and report app called Tapestry, via what’s app and also through a daily diary which is filled in with incredible detail.
They constantly seek input from us as parents to gain an understanding of our child’s likes and dislikes and fully act on feedback.
Ivy has thrived through her time with Charlotte and we would like her to stay there right up until she starts school as we can’t imagine a more personal, caring and happy provision. We couldn’t recommend them highly enough 🌟
by Lydia about Charlotte LB on 16/09/2019
My son has been going to Lilly-Lou’s since he was 9 months old and unfortunately leaves after the summer to start school. He loves going and enjoys every minute he spends with Charlotte & Tracy, they are always up to something weather it’s out on big walks, going to the parks, library, going on bear hunts, joining in at the local play groups. They attend weekly swimming lessons. I’m always getting some sort of painting or drawing and sometimes even crafts that he has made and so proud of and can cherish. His learning has really progressed and can tell they both really care for my sons well being and growing up, they do baby yoga, learning and singing new songs and stories as well as concentrating on his next stages with counting, learning the alphabet, learning to trace letters etc.
Everything they do each day is communicated back to you and I enjoy hearing everything they have been up to and seeing all the pictures.
I couldn’t have found a better Childminder’s to send my son too over the last few years and I would highly recommend both Charlotte and Tracy they are both trustworthy, loyal, kind very profession and both care for all the children there.
by Parent about Charlotte LB on 04/04/2018
I can't recommend highly enough! My son has been with Charlotte and Tracey from 7 months old and he loves it. They have provided both a caring and developmental environment for him from day one and were very flexible when our requirements were chaotic in the beginning. Since then my son has been going full time and I know that he is in safe hands whilst we are working. He has big smiles for Charlotte and Tracey every morning and is happy to see them and vice versa. They have varied activities inside and outside of the setting and it's lovely to receive little keepsakes (drawings, paintings, cards) and catch up with what he's been doing throughout the day. Both Charlotte and Tracey always have time to have a chat about my son's day. He also gets the opportunity to go to groups and mix with other children which he thoroughly enjoys and gets out in the fresh air often. I know that he is well looked after and gets lots of care and attention, and plenty of cuddles when he is poorly or teething or just needs a little TLC. He has tasty, nutritious meals and Charlotte has matched what we are doing at home throughout his weaning. His progress is monitored regularly and he is encouraged to develop both physically and mentally and is making good progress as a result. We are kept well informed about what he has achieved and share our next steps so that we work together on his development. Charlotte is very well organised and professional whilst offering very homely care. I would say it's like having family caring for my son but the reality is that it's even better! Simply Outstanding!
by Parent about Charlotte LB on 23/02/2016
I found Charlotte and her assistant Tracey on this site, and at the same time they were highly recommended to me by a colleague. They have been caring for my daughter (now 14 months old) since she was 9 months old, and I could not be happier with the quality of care she receives. The ladies are very friendly, approachable and thorough in their standards of care. I was very nervous about leaving my daughter when I first returned to work but I quickly realised that there was nothing to worry about. My daughter is in exceptionally good hands. She loves going to Lilly-Lou's, it's like a home from home for her, and she adores Charlotte and Tracey. They give the children so many fun things to do, and go to so much effort to make the children's time enjoyable and educational. Both myself and my husband would not hesitate to recommend Lilly-Lou's over and over again!
by Amanda T about Charlotte LB on 19/02/2016
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