Thecedarschildcare
Childminder in High Lane
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Female Member since Jan 2017 Last Updated Mar 2025 Last Login 22 Apr 2025
My Summary
About Me
Registered Childminder in High Lane/ Marple. *We are rated Outstanding* by Ofsted (September 2022)
Set in a rural location, The Cedars Childcare offers a nurturing early years environment to build Curious, Brave and Kind children. The Cedars childcare offers a designated playroom overlooking farmland, with a varied range of resources to meet their development needs; and a purpose built outdoor play area equipped with climbing frame, mud kitchen and woodland den.
I am an experienced childminder with a Foundation Degree in Early Years. DBS Checked.
All relevant and up to date certificates including First Aid, Food Hygiene and Safeguarding.
I am passionate about providing the best possible care for your child in a safe and welcoming environment. I understand the importance of having reliable and flexible childcare, and feeling safe in the knowledge that your child will be happy and engaged in exciting activities throughout their day. I provide a routine which fits in with you and your child's needs, I monitor and progress learning and development very sensitively according to their needs, providing children with opportunities to experiment, explore and learn through play based activities and experiences. When your child is ready I can prepare them for their transition into school.
We are very lucky to have natural trails and countryside right on our doorstep providing children with a great outdoors environment to explore and have fun. We also make regular visits to local toddler groups, parks and libraries; other activities include baking, story time and singing, yoga, arts and crafts, and messy play.
Please enquire for more details.
My Experience
13 years working as an independent childminder, also experience as a room leader in a nursery.
My Qualifications
Early Years Foundation Degree, Paediatric First Aid, Psychology A-level, Baby sign, many more
My Availability
Full time, part time spaces and government funded spaces
We have very limited availability, I currently have no vacancies until September 2026! I advise booking a setting visit well in advance.
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My Fees
- Childminding from £6.00 per hour
I provide flexible contracts which work around your personal childcare requirements
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
The inspection grades below have been obtained from the Ofsted website based upon the registration number the childminder has provided to us. You should verify this information yourself prior to using the childminder.
My Documents
- Ofsted Certificate (added 08/02/2021)
- DBS Check (added 06/02/2021)
- UK Driving Licence (added 06/02/2021)
- Inspection Report (added 07/10/2022)
- Inspection Report: Ofsted Inspection Report (added 05/10/2022)
- Marriage Certificate (added 06/02/2021)
Reviews
5 out of 5
Latest reviews
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I honestly cannot recommend The Cedars Childcare enough. I feel like we’ve struck gold with finding this childcare provider and setting - it’s just perfect. We are so happy to have found The Cedars!
My little girl has been with Olivia for about a year now and she honestly could not be happier. She skips into the setting happily without a backward glance and greets them with a big smile and cuddle - which is always reciprocated.
It’s home from home for the children. They treat each child like their own and really care and are so personable. Nothing is too much trouble, and as a parent we get regular updates and pictures which is lovely to see through the day.
They have trips out, story time at the library, park visits, walks and lots of activities outdoors, but the dedicated playroom is also really cosy and well stocked with lots of learning opportunities and toys. They structure each term around a specific topic too with the children, helping them learn.
Christmas time is equally as lovely, they decorate the Christmas tree and visit Father Christmas, and even enjoy a Christmas dinner together. It’s just so lovely and cosy and I wish my little girl could stay forever with them!
Thank you for loving her like we do and helping her thrive. I just wish I had known about you for my other children!
Honestly if you are reading reviews and enquiring, you need to get your name down on the very long waiting list…you won’t regret it.
I cannot recommend Olivia and her team highly enough!
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Mel
on 30/01/2024
Our son has been with Olivia since September and we are so thankful he gets to spend his time at The Cedars. Olivia is so kind and caring with him. He’s thrived so much since starting, and he comes home such a happy little boy! We really appreciate the daily picture updates brightening the work day and letting us see the amazing range of activities they’re doing. We’ve even had compliments from friends who have seen Olivia and the children at the local library, saying how lovely she was with them all and how happy they all were. We highly recommend Olivia and the cedars as a childminder - we are very lucky to have found them!
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Becky30
on 30/01/2024
My daughter has been with Olivia since she was 11months old. I had so many recommendations for Olivia and went to meet her and her setting when my daughter was just 3 months old, I instantly felt this was the perfect setting and she would be in very good hands. Olivia is very knowledgeable and passionate about early years childcare. I am constantly updated ( which I truly appreciate) with pictures on how my daughter is during the day. I have seen my daughter thrive and continues to do so. We are very lucky to have a spot at the Cedars and look forward to the years ahead!! Highly recommend this setting.
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Sofie
on 31/08/2023
My daughter has been with Olivia for nearly 4 years and she is wonderful. I wouldn’t hesitate to reassure any parent that their children will be so well cared for I cannot recommend her enough. We will miss you Olivia and family.
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Marple M
on 24/09/2021
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