Michellecochrane
Childminder in Norwich
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Female Member since Dec 2009 Last Updated Jan 2025 Last Login 16 Jan 2025
My Summary
About Me
I’m an ofsted registered accredited childminder. I live in Old catton Norwich Nr6
with my hubby and 3 grown up children. I have been childminding for 15yrs Feb 2019 now and love my job, I have a playroom I use for Childminding.I have lots of resources Dinosaurs,Cars,Dressing up,Reading Corner,Dolls and pushchairs,Puzzles,Bricks and lots lots more.Ive an Enclosed back Garden with lots of Garden Toys.Cars & Trikes,Playhouse,SeeSaw,Slide,Sand and water table,Balls &Hoops,Giant Abacus,GiantBricks,Chalk boards,Teepee,plus lots lots more.I have excellent references from parents Ive completed Lots of course certificates can be seen on interview.My house is a non smoking .I have now also completed the revised EYFS (may 2020) Also completed my Safeguarding course (Oct 2023IMMEDIATE VACANCIES FROM January 2024.Registered with
Ofsted ,DBS,First aid trained,Data protection (DOCUMENTS CAN BE SEEN ON INTERVIEW).FULL TIME/TERM TIME ONLY.Interviewing end of the month for sept 2023.??????????Please note I accept Tax free childcare.But suggest to my parents that if they want funding they need to access this from a nursery as I don’t offer this service.Thanks for reading??
My Experience
I have a current first aid cert,DBS checked, I have helped run a toddler group,have dealt with special needs children,i have completed lots of courses,PACEY registered.EYFS trained,
if you would like to know more then please get in touch.I NOW HAVE 1 FULL TIME SPACE & 1 PART TIME SPACE FROM Sept 2023.I also take childcare vouchers/Childcare choice vouchers.I have now completed the revised EYFS Full time/Term time only space from begining Jan2024
My Qualifications
I have completed my ICP COURSE,Safeguarding course,Plus,Children with a different language,Children’s behaviour,Special needs and lots more. I have just completed the SIGN ALONG COURSE (SIGN LANGUAGE) I’m registered with PACEY.I now have full and part tine spaces Available.I also take childcare vouchers/Childcare choices.I have now completed the revised EYFS (May 2020) Term time space available from Jan 2024
My Availability
IMMEDIATE VACANCY FROM Oct 2023 1 FULL TIME/1 PART TIME VACANCY (UNDER 5)IF YOUR LOOKING FOR CHILDCARE PLEASE GET IN TOUCH.OFSTED REGISTERED.( Spaces available from January 2024)I also take childcare vouchers.I also have experience with Epilepsy.
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Last Updated: 15/01/2025 |
My Fees
- Childminding from £5.50 per hour
Discuss at interview as rates vary depending on hours required and wether full or part time. I also take childcare vouchers IMMEDIATE VACANCY July 19 (UNDER 5s)OFSTED REGISTERED.(2 SPACE LEFT) I also take childcare vouchers. Full time,Part time,Term time only space from Jan 2024
My Local Schools
- I provide drop offs and pick ups at Lodge Lane Infant School
- I provide drop offs and pick ups at White Woman Lane Junior 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
- First Aid Certificate (added 08/11/2023)
- Inspection Report: Latest Ofsted report (added 19/01/2023)
- UK Driving Licence (added 18/10/2020)
Reviews
Latest reviews
Below are the latest reviews for MichelleCochrane. 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.
Michelle was such a fantastic childminder for our DD, Ophelia. We chose Michelle to look after our first born, from 7 months. Michelle was very thoughtful and supportive during those initial starting months, for both our daughter and us as parents. It wasn't long at all before Ophelia would recognise Michelle's front door at drop off and get so excited, which was so lovely to see.
Michelle was always so engaging with the children, taking them to groups and doing activities with them. Michelle was very attentive to each child's needs during playtime and DD always had fun with a range of toys.
Michelle was really supportive during the initial weaning stages by offering advice and suggestions. When DD started taking lunches, Michelle would always report back how much food had been given.
It was such a shame when we had to take DD out of Michelle's service. Had we not moved out of the area we would still love to have been there.
We would recommend Michelle to anyone looking for childcare in North Norwich.
by Beth on 28/11/2024
Response by MichelleCochrane on 28/11/2024:
Thank you for my lovely review.We all miss O so much and it would be lovely if your passing in the future to pop by and say Hello.Take care and thank you again.
So pleased to have found such a fantastic childminder for our daughter. Georgia loves spending time with Michelle and the friends she has made there. I couldn't be happier in the knowledge she is well catered for with an abundance of play and activities arranged, attending local groups, arts and crafts...
Michelle is warm, professional, easy to speak to, and extremely responsive to the needs of the children in her setting. We couldn't ask for better!
by Hayley on 16/03/2022
Response by MichelleCochrane on 16/03/2022:
Thank you hayley for the lovely review.Georgias an absolute pleasure
Our daughter joined Michelle in March following several months at a nursery where she never really settled. Due to the pandemic our daughter had not socialised with others and was very shy. Since being with Michelle she has come on leaps and bounds. The home from home setting meant she settled in immediately. Michelle has been so understanding, patient and has gone above and beyond to support our daughter’s development. Michelle is so passionate about her job and you just know when you meet her your child is in the best possible care.
by Emma on 24/06/2021
Response by MichelleCochrane on 24/06/2021:
Thanks for your lovely review.Sienna is an absolute joy to care for and such a happy little girl.We have lots of fun together
Absolutely amazing professional and caring childminder. My daughter loves her and is very happy every morning to leave a house to see Michelle.
Michelle is treating kids like her own kids with love and care. She is always there when you need advice or any other support.
What I also really love is the fact that she is very creative with kids, they will go on different trips, classes and places. They never bored, they will sing, play and learn something everyday. Michelle is very professional in the aspect of development, so you would get full feedback and support where and if needed.
If you want not only childminder but someone who will become part of your family, you are in the right hands. I wish you could give more stars than 5.
by Edyta on 05/06/2021
Response by MichelleCochrane on 05/06/2021:
Thank you so much for your amazing words.Layla is an absolute pleasure to care for she’s such a happy little girl we have lots of fun together.
We were new to finding a childminder and Michelle was really helpful and friendly. Really set our mind at ease. From the first message and meeting her, she was lovely friendly and very knowledgeable. Our son, who is 10months absolutely loves going 2/3days a week. He has just come home with a bag full of wonderful christmas crafts. Michelle has also included a little something for our older child who's at school.
She goes above and beyond caring for our son, and am so happy we have found her. Thank you 😊
by AmyDob on 17/12/2020
Response by MichelleCochrane on 17/12/2020:
Thank you so much Amy.Little man is a joy to have he’s such a happy little boy and a joy to mind.
Michelle has been fantastic with our children. Both my daughter and son love it at Michelle's so much so it's a task to get them home at the end of the day.
Michelle is a lovely lady, so loving, warm and thoughtful with the kids. The moment the kids met her they felt comfortable, safe and both were so happy.
Michelle drops my daughter to Hayes Park School and collects her after school. She has my two year old son all day. She offers a wide range of activities to keep them busy, arts and crafts, dressing up, outdoor play, play groups and soft plays. My son has made so much progress and is developing so well whilst being under Michelle's care.
My daughter also adores Michelle and loves her one to one chats, which Michelle always makes time for.
Both are so happy when I get there they are hardly bothered Mummy has arrived after a long day. In fact, they sometimes ask to camp at Michelle's.
Michelle has been a gem and has made going back to work after mat leave with my second hardly painful at all. Not once in over a year have the kids made any fuss about going to Michelle's. Which makes me feel comfortable and able to do my days work without any worry.
As a family we love Michelle and she is an extension of it for us.
by Fatima on 14/09/2019
Response by MichelleCochrane on 18/12/2020:
Thanks for your review Fatima. I loved caring for the Children They are wonderful Children.
Michelle is one of the warmest individuals I have had the pleasure of meeting, and we knew she was the one as soon as we met her. My little boy has grown to adore spending time at Michelle's, and some days doesn't even seem bothered about coming home!Leaving my baby with someone I didn't know should have been the hardest thing in the world, but Michelle reassured me and comforted Dylan throughout the process. Michelle is one of those rare people you meet in life, that I feel so blessed to have met & care for my child when I can't be there. She gives above and beyond, in her arts & crafts, activity level, involvement in local groups, baking and play time, but most importantly in her humanity!????
by Parent on 06/04/2015
Response by MichelleCochrane on 06/04/2015:
Thanks fiona for such a lovely review.Dylan is an absolute pleasure to look after.Thanks for picking me to care for dylan.
Michelle has been a huge support to us over the last year & a half, whilst caring for our now 3 year old daughter and has done a fantastic job. Our daughter has gained so much confidence and has advanced well in her key developmental stages. She has progressed with her speech, listening, reading, writing, physical and creative skills by spending her time with Michelle and always keeping busy at different playgroups and play sessions with other childminders too. Michelle is truly a professional childminder with many years of experience and a very trustworthy individual whom we always have had the utmost respect and comfort level with.
We would not hesitate to recommend Michelle to anyone and would be happy to provide a reference at anytime.
Thanks for all your hard work & efforts Michelle!!
We miss you :(
by Parent on 16/07/2014
Response by MichelleCochrane on 18/07/2014:
Thanks manjit, your review is lovely and has put a lump in my throat reading it.regards michelle
my daughter ruby has been going to Michelle's since November last year. Ruby really enjoys her time with Michelle, going to toddler groups and interacting with other children and doing wide range of activities including arts and crafts, ruby is always coming home with paintings or something she has made.
Michelle has made my returning to work after maternity leave so easy and seeing how settled and happy ruby is, has left me with no doubts that i have the perfect person looking after my daughter. Michelle offers me and ruby fantastic support in helping ruby with her development and have notice big changes in ruby in such a short space of time. Michelle is a great child minder and would highly recommend her to friends.
by kelly812 on 27/02/2014
Response by MichelleCochrane on 28/02/2014:
Ruby is an absolute joy to mind thanks for the lovely reference.
My son has been going to Michelle for 6 months now and he absolutely loves it, there are always lots of activities for him and the other children and they go to different toddler groups every day. Michelle provides a very caring and safe environment for the children and they are never bored. My son loves it so much he never wants to come home! Michelle was recommended to me by a friend and I couldn't be happier with her as a childminder, I would definitely recommend her. She made going back to work after maternity leave so much easier as I never have to worry about my son's well being :)
by Parent on 25/02/2013
Response by MichelleCochrane on 25/02/2013:
Thanks for the lovely review bex scott is a real pleasure.He is growing into a lovely little boy.
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