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Totoros

Childminder in Royal: Greenwich

5 stars

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Female Member since Jan 2024 Last Updated Dec 2024 Last Login 18 Dec 2024

My Summary

First Aid Training
DBS Check
School Pickups
Childcare Qualifications
2 Year old Funded Childcare
3 and 4 Year old Funded Childcare
Childminding Agency Registered
Tax-Free Childcare
Flexible Hours
9 months old Funded Childcare

About Me

Hi, I'm Iona. As a qualified Assistant Headteacher, I have led Early Years in an Ofsted Outstanding school for 5 yrs. I have 10+ yrs teaching experience, providing inclusive, Montessori inspired practice.

The setting:
A spacious house setting with a separate playroom and sleep room, offering children a home away from home. Located just off Plumstead Common and close to other parks and woodlands, we can often be found searching for mini beasts on Plumstead Common or looking at the pigs or ponies at Maryon Wilson Animal Park. The setting is warm and nurturing, prioritising mental health and emotional well being.

My Experience

Experience
Primary School Teacher: 11 years and 4 months, Assistant Headteacher : 5 years and 3 months


Achievements
*Led school Early Years department to Outstanding in Ofsted inspection
*Designated Safeguarding Lead for Early Years and Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead for whole primary school
*Completed Designated Safeguarding Lead training
*Course in mental health first aid
*National Professional Qualification for Senior Leadership
*Course in inclusion and SEND
*Course in Makaton
*Course in Speech and Language development
*Level One British Sign Language qualification
*Course in Early Maths learning
*Course in Early Literacy learning
*Training in several Government approved phonics schemes, including RWI
*Courses in Early Childhood development: birth-5 years
*Course in Team Teach (safe handling)
*Qualified Specialist Leader of Education for Early Years and Phonics
*Led Communication and Language improvements across EYFS 2020-23
*Led Phonics course for Trainee teachers of ELA SCITT
*Mentored trainee teachers and early career teachers
*Moderated KS1 writing across Newham schools for the Local Authority
*Paralympic torch bearer for Paralympic 2012 games as a volunteer for RNID

My Qualifications

BA Degree in English
PGCE primary teaching qualification
NPQSL school senior leader qualification

My Availability

Monday-Friday: 8am-6pm (possible flexibility if pre-arranged)

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Before School yes yes yes yes yes no no
Morning yes yes yes yes yes no no
Afternoon yes yes yes yes yes no no
After School yes yes yes yes yes no no
Evening no no no no no no no
Overnight no no no no no no no
Last Updated: 29/11/2024

My Fees

  • Childminding from £8.50 per hour

£85 day rate
£9.50 per hour for breakfast/after school club

My Local Schools

My Documents

  • image/svg+xml Childminding Agency Certificate (added 22/01/2024)
  • DBS Check (added 22/01/2024)
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Reviews

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My daughter started with Iona in March after having to take her out of another previous setting due to forming anxiety and not settling and from the minute my daughter walked in for her first settling she instantly formed a bond with Iona and we could tell she felt as ease and very comfortable.

My daughter has developed so much since being with her, Iona is really kind and has provided a wonderful, safe and nurturing environment. My daughter has already learnt loads with her through play and fun creative activities and also all the fun outings they do.

I would highly recommend this setting, Iona goes above and beyond to make sure every child’s individual needs are met and takes such pride and care for each child.

  • 5 stars Overall
  • 5 stars Setting
  • 5 stars Cleanliness
  • 5 stars Food
  • 5 stars Communication

by Avatar for Kelly Kelly about Avatar for Totoros Totoros on 09/05/2024

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