Clairmw
Childminder in Lancaster
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Female Member since Sep 2010 Last Updated Dec 2024 Last Login 12 Dec 2024
My Summary
About Me
I have worked as a childminder since 2010 and previously worked as a primary school teacher, civil servant and youth worker. Since starting childminding I studied to gain Early Years Professional Status at Lancaster University. I have 3 children of my own aged 25, 23 and 14 and my husband is a lecturer for the Open University.
Please call for under 5's places. Please arrange a visit so you can see the fun your children will have here. I am open term time only.
I can offer free council funded places for 2 & 3 & 4 year olds - 15 hours per week or 30 hours for those eligible.
My Experience
My Ofsted Registered childcare service offers a small group, home based setting for children generally aged 1 + and walking so that they fit into our daily routine. Our home based space offers a playroom and large garden to spend our days making friends, learning through play, developing good friendships and relationships with other children and caregivers.
Our daily routine consists of free play with enhancements to support individual play and learning when required, creative activities, storytimes, song and dance times, outdoor play and learning to play and get along together. Your child can come and join our friendly group, get in touch to find out more.
My Qualifications
Postgraduate Certificate in Education
Paediatric First Aid
Safeguarding Children
Early Years Professional Status
My Availability
Places available for September 2025! Completely free funded 15/30 hour places. Under 5's care term time only.
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My Fees
- Childminding from £4.80 per hour
8.30 til 4pm £40
Extra hours £6
My Local Schools
- I provide drop offs and pick ups at Morecambe and Heysham Torrisholme Community 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
- First Aid Certificate: First Aid (added 17/01/2020)
- Exam Certificate: Early Years Professional Status (added 17/01/2020)
- Exam Certificate: PGCE Primary Education (added 17/01/2020)
- Ofsted Certificate (added 21/05/2019)
Reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Clairmw. Please note that reviews represent the subjective opinions of other Childcare.co.uk users 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 chose to send my daughter to Clairs because the setting felt cosy and nurturing. Clair offers a home from home environment which was perfect to help my daughter gain confidence and resilience being away from myself. Clair offers a wide variety of free choice allowing the children to learn through play and exploring which was ideal for my little girl. The outdoor space was perfect because my daughter loves to spend time outside and burn off lots of excess energy. I use to enjoy the daily notes and photos uploaded which made me smile seeing how much fun my daughter was having whilst i was at work.
My daughter absolutely loved attending Clairs and even though she has now left for nursery, she often still speaks fondly of Clair asking to revisit. Thank you Clair for all your guidance, support and open communication making us feel at ease.
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We chose Clair's Childminding Service because after visiting other settings, Clair's house felt like a home away from home and both me and my son felt happy and at ease on our visit. My son has been with Clair for over 3 years now. The progress he has made since starting is very apparent, he loves his days at Clair's and always comes home very happy! My younger daughter has been with Clair 8 months now and I was initially worried as she is very close to me. She has done brilliantly and is gaining her confidence without me and I really feel this is down to Clair. She is so friendly and warm and makes the children feel at ease. I feel confident leaving them both in Clair's care and look forward to receiving notifications through the day and seeing notes and pictures of what they've been up to! Would highly recommend.
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Heather
about
Clairmw
on 11/05/2023
Response by
Clairmw
on 11/05/2023:
Thank you for your lovely review 😊
My daughter Alys has been looked after by Clair since she was 16 months old and is now about to leave her to start school in September. Clair and her daughter have done an absolutely fantastic job looking after my child for over three years. Clair as an experienced EYFS teacher brings the curriculum into her provision in every area and helps to bring children on as well as meeting their individual needs very well. Alys has been encouraged to develop at her own rate but also encouraged to excell and Clair has always supported us in what we are doing at home.
I think it's wonderful how well my daughter has slotted into Clair's family and often talks about games they've played or jokes they've shared, she feels very loved and secure at Clair's provision.
Finally- I cannot recommend Clair enough as a childminder- aside from her excellent knowledge and warm and welcoming setting, her provision has an exceptional garden which has really nurtured my daughter's love of nature.
I can't recommend them enough- we will miss Clair, 'Sash' and the rest of her lovely family so much.
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My son has been with Clair since he was 3.we discovered Clair through an advert ion the childminding page. My son has settled so well with Clair as he never settled at nursery. He has learned so much and grown in confidence. Has made lots of friends and looks forward to going everyday! My son starts school this September (2019) thanks to Clair she has set the foundation and prepared my son for school. Highly recommend Clair. Thank you so much we are so going to miss you. X
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I'm so glad we found Clair to care for our son, he thrived in her care and is now ready for the adventure of school! She cares for each child as an individual and works alongside you to provide the best for your child. My son loved the outdoor play provision and formed a bond with Sasha who now works alongside Clair. A great, homely environment, my son looked forward to going every day.
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