Donna 73
Childminder in Blackwood (also available for babysitting)
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Female Member since May 2014 Last Updated Mar 2025 Last Login 11 May 2025
My Summary
Cqs Plus Childminder
About Me
CQS plus CHILDMINDER
Hi I am a CQS plus Childminder and I have been registered with CIW for 27 years . I am also a Childminder for my local authority CCBC and attend regular training which is relevant to my job.
I have 2 children of my own aged 26 years and 23 years.
I live in a 4 bedroom detached house on a lovely estate in Blackwood with my children. I am very close to the local school and it's within a 3 minute walk. Blackwood primary is the only school I take and collect children this is either by waking or I can also use my 7 seater car too. I have a well equipped playroom with lots of toys and equipment for the children to use. Children in my care enjoy dress up,story telling, music and dancing time, arts and crafts , etc. I also take the children in my care to regular toddler groups , out on fun days and walks.
The outside garden is very large, enclosed and safe for play. I have outdoor classroom log cabin plus equipment such as scooters,trikes,sand/water pit, mud kitchen ,playhouse,games etc
Patio area can be shaded with the sun canopy that is attached to the house in hot weather.
Only healthy meals and snacks are provided and are cooked daily and are included as part of my fees. We have a gorgeous friendly Cockapoo and she loves the children.
I am registered to offer -
* 3-4 year old funding
* flying start through ccbc.
* assisted places
* supported places
Registered for tax free childcare.
Thank you
My Experience
27 years as a Childminder and Mum.
Previously worked as a respite carer for Barnados and NCH
My Qualifications
First aid
Safeguarding children and Child protection
Risk assessment
Quality standards
Level 2 food hygiene
ALN
Signalong
SOG
Foundation phase
Community childminding
Autism
Diabetes
Allergies
Equal opportunities
ADHD
Aspergers
Basic welsh
Cache Level 3 and level 5 certificate in childminding practice
And many more
My Availability
Care provided for children of all ages
Full time
Part time
Before and after school care
3-4 year funding offer
Tax free childcare
Flying start sessions
Assisted places
Supported places
School holidays
WEEKENDS
OCCASIONAL MINDING
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Overnight | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Last Updated: 10/03/2025 | |||||||
My Fees
- Childminding from £5.00 per hour
- Babysitting from £12.00 per hour
Available upon request
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 Documents
- DBS Check (added 21/10/2022)
- Care Inspectorate Wales Certificate (added 21/10/2022)
Reviews
5 out of 5
Latest reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Donna 73. 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.
We have been with Donna for a few months for our son who is classed as disabled. Donna has been so reassuring and professional that it allowed me to go back to work (something I was anxious about) as any new parent. Donna has made a huge difference to our lives. She goes above and beyond with her effort and input into our sons care.
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Sian
on 22/01/2018
Response by
Donna 73
on 22/01/2018:
Thank you so much !! Your review is so kind.
I love being a part of your lovely little family. He brings us all so much joy.... we love caring for him xxx
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