Sharron Ward
Childminder in Stoney Stanton
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Female Member since Nov 2015 Last Updated Dec 2023 Last Login 02 Nov 2024
My Summary
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About Me
My name is Sharron O'Farrell and I am 54 years old. I am fully qualified and an Ofsted registered childminder for 18 years. I live in the village of Stoney Stanton with my husband, 18 year old daughter and 14 year old son. I have a spacious detached house with a lovely landscaped garden which is next to fields and is very peaceful, safe & secure. It has been made into a small sensory garden with lots of fun things to experience.
I also own a gorgeous friendly and playful 7 yr old Border Collie as well as 10 yr old Bichon Frise. They spend their time inside but with limited access to the whole house. They love going for walks and playing ball and especially loves the children or anyone who is there and wishes to play with them and give them fuss.
I accept childcare vouchers as payment of fees and am also Nursery Education Funded, so i can provide the free 15 and 30 funded hours to eligible 2, 3 and 4 year old children.
I have my own transport with full driving licence since 1987 and we enjoy trips out to fun and educational places of interest.
I am available to collect from Manorfield C of E School in Stoney Stanton.
My Experience
I have been a registered childminder since January 2006 and have 2 children of my own. I also have experience of food allergies etc along with EpiPen training.
My Qualifications
I have completed and hold certificates for the full level 3 Diploma in childminding, along with paedriatric first aid, safeguarding, food hygiene, and promoting acceptable behaviour. I have also completed several courses on the Early Years Foundation Stage and a few sessions of Makaton sign language
My Availability
Generally I am available Monday to Friday, subject to your individual requirements. I can offer meals if required, unless you prefer to supply your own food.
If you would like to come and visit for a chat, then please contact me and I will be happy to help. I hope you like what you see and want to be a part of our lives.
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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 | no | no | no |
| After School | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no |
| Evening | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Overnight | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Last Updated: 05/12/2023 | |||||||
My Fees
- Childminding from £5.00 per hour
£5 per hour
I accept childcare vouchers and tax free childcare
I offer free 15 and 30 funded hours to eligible 2, 3 and 4 year olds.
My Local Schools
- I provide drop offs and pick ups at Manorfield Church of England 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 13/04/2021)
- Ofsted Certificate (added 30/06/2017)
- Exam Certificate: CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Home-based Childcare (added 27/06/2017)
- Training Certificate: Ofsted Outstanding Certificate (added 27/06/2017)
Reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Sharron Ward. 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.
My son Carter has been with Sharron since August’23. Had we not have moved somewhere further away, Carter would have remained with Sharron. Carter thoroughly enjoys going to Sharron’s and often closes the door in my face when it’s time to come home lol. He often comes home with crafts and baking, trips to the park and loves interacting with her lovely dogs. He’s come on leaps and bounds since being with Sharron. Thank you so much and we will miss you. X
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Leanne
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on 15/04/2024
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Sharron Ward
on 15/04/2024:
Thank you Leanne. We will miss Carter too. He’s changed so much from when he first came to me and I’m sure he will settle well within his new setting. Keep in touch x
Sharron has looked after my daughter for 5 years after school and my son for 1 year after school. She’s extremely accommodating, flexible and always has been supportive of the children’s needs.
My children have been happy in her care and love her dearly. I asked my daughter and in her words she said “she’s really fun and kind”
She’s been there when we needed her and gone above and beyond for us as a family
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Vicky
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on 26/09/2023
Our daughter Rinoa has been with Sharron since June 2022, The progression that we have seen in her skills from 1 1/2 years to 2 1/2 years has been amazing. she has developed so well under her care and Sharron will always be clear and concise about what they have been doing and what they have eaten.and Rinoa always makes little things or pictures to bring home.
We couldn't have asked for better care for our daughter. Rinoa used to not want to leave mommy and daddy and now she will knock the door and walk into Sharrons home and can't wait to get in and play with her friends there. She also loves to see the dogs and really enjoys stroking them. If you need a childminder whos kind, considerate and will cater to your needs for your child then look no further.
We would have preferred to stay with Sharron over the nursery we have had to have for full time care, but unfortunately Sharron does not do Fridays :) but otherwise Sharrons care for the children she looks after is top notch. Our daughter has always had good days with her and has grown and developed so well under Sharrons care.
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Kevin
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on 28/07/2023
Response by
Sharron Ward
on 29/07/2023:
Thank you so much for your lovely words Kevin. I will be sorry to see Rinoa go. She was here 4 days a week and reduced to 2 days from January and now totally leaving my care. She has developed so well and it’s been a pleasure to see her grow in confidence and social skills. We will miss her and I know Millie our Bichon Frise will miss her cuddles too 😀
My daughter Oria came to Sharron at 10 months old as I was returning to work. I was looking for a home from home and somewhere that would replicate her sleep schedule which I’d worked hard to put in place for her and Sharron was more than accommodating. Sharron understood my anxiety over leaving Oria for the first time but I needn’t have been anxious at all because Oria was absolutely fine once she settled in. Oria has developed so much under Sharron’s care and I can’t thank her enough. Highly recommend!
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Rachael
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Sharron Ward
on 04/06/2023
Our daughter Rinoa has been with Sharron since June 2022, The progression that we have seen in her skills from 1 1/2 years to 2 years has been amazing. she has developed so well under her care and Sharron will always be clear and concise about what they have been doing and what they have eaten.
We couldn't have asked for better care for our daughter. Rinoa used to not want to leave mommy and daddy and now she will knock the door and walk into Sharrons home and can't wait to get in and play with her friends there. She also loves to see the dogs and really enjoys stroking them. If you need a childminder whos kind, considerate and will cater to your needs for your child then look no further. Sharron is the one for you!.
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Kevin
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on 15/12/2022
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