Donna
Childminder in Birmingham
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Female Member since Mar 2012 Last Updated Jan 2022 Last Login 11 May 2025
My Summary
About Me
My names Donna and I've been a childminder for 23 years and absolutely love my job. My last Ofsted Inspection was held in May 2019 where I was awarded 'Good' The children in my care enjoy playing/interacting in the large purposely built playroom/extension and secure grassed garden. Children have the opportunity to engage in lots of activities encouraging them to have fun, explore and interact/engage with other children of different age ranges within a warm and friendly family setting. The children never get bored! I drop off and collect from West Heath Primary School mornings/afternoons. I am a non-smoker and live with my family (all registered with Ofsted) and two grandsons. We do have pets and the children in my care are given an opportunity to feed and look after them if they want to. Thank you for stopping by - please contact me to arrange a visit if you would like to know more. Many thanks Donna.
My Experience
Over the last 23 years, I have sw. I have 10 years of experience in Inclusion work and I have been a foster carer. I like to encourage a child's learning to help them reach their full potential. I am positive, sensible and caring and the children in my care are safe and happy. The feedback I have received from parents has always been positive.
My Qualifications
I am Ofsted registered. I was part of the inclusion scheme for ten years working with children with Special Educational Needs. Courses attended have included: NSPCC Child Protection, Managing Children's Behaviour, Introduction to Autism and Spectrum Disorders, Food Hygiene and I am first aid trained.
My Availability
My opening hours are between 6am - 8 pm, 7 days per week (including school holidays) allowing flexibility for full-time, part-time and/or shift work parents/carers. I can also cater for school holiday care only. Please contact me to discuss your requirements.
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
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| Before School | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Morning | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Afternoon | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| After School | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Evening | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Overnight | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Last Updated: 07/06/2021 | |||||||
My Fees
- Childminding from £4.00 per hour
My Fees are based on an hourly rate and vary depending on individual requirements. Meals can be provided and are included in the cost or parents can supply their own meals if they wish.
My Local Schools
- I provide drop offs and pick ups at West Heath Primary School
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
- DBS Check (added 07/06/2021)
- UK Passport (added 07/06/2021)
- Proof of Covid-19 Vaccination (added 11/06/2021)
- Inspection Report (added 07/06/2021)
- Inspection Report: Ofsted Inspection Report (added 04/12/2018)
Reviews
5 out of 5
Latest reviews
Below are the latest reviews for donna. Please note that reviews represent the subjective opinions of other Childcare.co.uk members 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.
Donna understands the complications life can provide when it comes to childcare and has full week wide availability to support parents even at short notice.
Is reliable and provides a safe and fun environment for children. Would highly recommend!
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Lucy
on 03/03/2022
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donna
on 04/03/2022:
Thanks Lucy
Will always help if I can only doing my job 😊
My daughter in Year 3 spent the half term with Donna, she settled in comfortably and had a fun time. My daughter is very content and loves the engagement and support that she receives there. I would highly recommend Donna to anyone who is considering using a Childminder in the area
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Sheila
on 28/02/2022
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donna
on 03/03/2022:
thank you so much Sheila your daughter was a pleasure to look after thanks for the review 👍
Our son was with Donna for 2and a half years. We both worked long hours and found finding suitable childcare a challenge.
Donna has been amazing. Our son loved going to hers and we always thought he was in safe hands. She was really flexible with times and never let us down.
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Barris
on 26/09/2021
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donna
on 26/09/2021:
Thank you so much for your kind words I was only doing my job I am going to miss you. 😘
I have 3 children that Donna looks after and my kids love going to her house. She caters to their every needs and would go out her way if I needed extra help with the kids. I would recommend Donna to anyone that is looking for childcare
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Parent
on 02/01/2017
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donna
on 03/01/2017:
Thank you karen it's a pleasure to look after your children xx
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