Mandys M

Childminder in Blackburn

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Female Member since Mar 2017 Last Updated Aug 2024 Last Login 02 Oct 2024

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My Summary

Ofsted Registered

Special Needs Experience

First Aid Training

DBS Check

Full Driving Licence

Own Car

School Pickups

Childcare Qualifications

2 Year old Funded Childcare

3 and 4 Year old Funded Childcare

Tax-Free Childcare

Flexible Hours

Key Worker Childcare

I'm Covid-19 Vaccinated

9 months old Funded Childcare

About Me

Hi, I'm Mandy,
Ofsted Registered since October 2017 and graded as GOOD in all 4 areas.

I offer a homely and caring setting, whilst nurturing and empowering children to flourish. I encourage children to use manners and to appreciate each other's qualities, offering realistic boundaries and enabling them to achieve their full potential.

Working within the EYFS framework, I believe that every child is capable of developing and becoming whatever they dream of, with the right support and encouragement.

My Experience

I am an Ofsted registered childminder working from my home on the Oakdale / Fernhurst Estate in the Ewood area of Blackburn with my husband.
I have a dedicated children's play area in my back garden which offers a variety of activity equipment and other toys for children to develop their skills and just be kids in a safe environment.
We also go out to playgroups, soft play areas, nature reserves and parks etc. every morning if possible for social interaction and valuable real life experiences
I work hard to ensure that the children in my care are taught the appropriate skills to ensure they become well rounded caring individuals. I believe in good manners, taking turns and sharing as well as caring for others and the environment. I teach boundaries and consequences and request that parents work with me to consolidate these skills at home.
I have attended and completed a number of relevant training (detailed below) and I continue to study and develop my knowledge to enhance the experiences of the children in my care. I have worked in the care sector since I was 20, working predominantly with adults who have learning disabilities, complex needs and challenging behaviours. I have also spent 5 years as a foster carer and about 3 years working in primary schools and nurseries as a SSA.
I am registered with Blackburn with Darwen Early Years Team to provide funded places for children aged 9mth+ as well as the Local Offer for SEND children.

My Qualifications

Registered Nurse Learning Disabilities (PIN lapsed)
Level 3 Diploma for the Children and Young People's Workforce
SEND Advanced Diploma
NVQ Care Level 4
Registered Manager (Adults) Award
Intermediate Food Hygiene Certificate
Vocational Assessor Award
Paediatric First Aid
Environmental Risk Assessment
Epilepsy and Buccal Midazolam
Positive Behaviour Support
EDI Level 2 Key skills in Communication
EDI Level 2 Key skills in Application of Numbers
EDI Level 3 Certificate in Customer Service
EDI Level 3 Certificate in Management
Online training;
Safeguarding Children and adults
Administering medications
Manual and people handling
Expectations of Behaviour
Schemas
Safeguarding in the Early Years
Prevent
Online safety
Safeguarding Disabled Children
Neglect

My Availability

I do not have any vacancies until September 2025. I will be retiring in September 2027.

	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat	Sun
Before School	no	no	no	no	no	no	no
Morning	no	no	no	no	no	no	no
Afternoon	no	no	no	no	no	no	no
After School	no	no	no	no	no	no	no
Evening	no	no	no	no	no	no	no
Overnight	no	no	no	no	no	no	no
Last Updated: 08/02/2023

My Fees

Childminding from £4.50 per hour

Full day up to 8 hours £40 and £4.75 per hour thereafter. This includes breakfast, lunch, snacks and planned trips out.

After school £13 (up to 5.30pm). This includes collection from the Redeemer only. Snacks & drinks are included.

Holiday care up to 8 hours £40 and £4.75 per hour thereafter. This includes breakfast, lunch, snacks and most planned trips out. Special trips to the zoo, theme parks etc will need entrance fees covering.

I accept 15 and 30 hour funded places. Please note though that the hours are for a 38 week year so I will "stretch" the hours to the 47 weeks I work.
Parents will need to make up any difference not covered by the funding. The funding is for the care component only and does not cover meals & trips out, playgroup fees etc. I charge £2 per day to cover this and, whilst this is a voluntary contribution, it will mean that your child can get the most of their time with me.

My charges agreed in the contract are set, regardless of whether a child is with me or not. The fee keeps the place open for the child's sole use during term time and holidays.

If you wish to reserve a place, a 50% retainer fee will apply but this is for a maximum of 4 weeks, unless by prior arrangement and only when the contract has been agreed and signed.

My Local Schools

I provide drop offs at Blackburn the Redeemer CofE Primary

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.

Good

5 November 2019

My Documents

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Training Certificate: Child Protection refresher certificate 05.11.23 (added 05/11/2023)
First Aid Certificate (added 03/07/2023)
Other (added 03/07/2023)
Training Certificate: Safeguarding refresher training 26.10.21 (added 02/02/2022)
Training Certificate: Understanding & addressing behaviour training 01.02.22 (added 02/02/2022)
Training Certificate: Improving Children's learning Through Play training 01.02.22 (added 02/02/2022)
Training Certificate: ICON; babies cry;you can cope training 02.02.22 (added 02/02/2022)
Training Certificate: EHCP training 02.02.22 (added 02/02/2022)
Training Certificate: A Good place to be 2 training 02.02.22 (added 02/02/2022)
Training Certificate: Changes to the EYFS (added 14/09/2021)
Training Certificate: Update on EYFS 2021 (added 14/09/2021)
Training Certificate: Quick Assessment certificate (added 14/09/2021)
Training Certificate: Curiosity Approach (added 14/09/2021)
Training Certificate: Cultural Capital (added 14/09/2021)
Training Certificate: Safeguarding children (added 10/08/2020)
Training Certificate: Health & Safety 23.03.20 (added 08/08/2020)
Training Certificate: Food Hygiene & Safety 24.03.20 (added 08/08/2020)
Training Certificate: Child Protection Advanced 23.03.20 (added 08/08/2020)
First Aid Certificate: Tigerlily 1st Aid 23.05.20 (added 08/08/2020)
Marriage Certificate (added 11/01/2019)
Training Certificate: Safeguarding refresher 20.12.18 (added 11/01/2019)
Ofsted Certificate (added 08/01/2019)
Training Certificate: Neglect 23.02.18 (added 23/02/2018)
Training Certificate: Safeguarding Children with Disabilities 23.02.18 (added 23/02/2018)
Training Certificate: Online safety-risks to children 22.02.18 (added 22/02/2018)
Training Certificate: Safeguarding certificate 21.02.18 (added 22/02/2018)
DBS Check (added 03/12/2017)
Training Certificate: SEND Advanced Diploma (added 21/06/2017)
Reference: Reference 2 (added 06/06/2017)
Reference: Reference 1 (added 06/06/2017)
Exam Certificate: Working with Children with Disabilities (added 12/05/2017)
Exam Certificate: Level 2 application of numbers certificate (added 11/05/2017)
Exam Certificate: Level 2 Communication certificate (added 11/05/2017)
Exam Certificate: Management technical cetificate (added 11/05/2017)
Training Certificate: Customer service award (added 11/05/2017)
Exam Certificate: Vocational assessor award (added 11/05/2017)
Exam Certificate: Level 3 Diploma in working with children and young adults (added 11/05/2017)
Exam Certificate: NVQ Level 4 in care (added 11/05/2017)
Exam Certificate: Registered managers award (added 11/05/2017)
Exam Certificate: Intermediate food hygiene (added 11/05/2017)
Exam Certificate: Learning disability nursing (added 11/05/2017)
Training Certificate: Medication administration (added 11/05/2017)
Training Certificate: Schemas (added 11/05/2017)
Training Certificate: Expectations of Behaviour (added 11/05/2017)
Training Certificate: Safeguarding (added 11/05/2017)

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Reviews

Below are the latest reviews for Mandys M. 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.

Excellent friendly childminder

My son jack has been attending Mandy’s munchkin since September 2018 and I could not be happier with her care.
My son Jack has a brain condition which means jack has sever developmental delay and disabilities. Mandy has gone above and beyond to help Jack with his daily needs and Physio to where she has gone to his school for help and advice and has taken the time to do her own research on his consition and has also bought special toys and equipment to suit his needs. Jack is always happy after being in Mandy’s care and her partner Byron is also amazing with him. Jack is always provided with homemade meals which are blended for him toauit his needs and her house is always clean and welcoming. I could not recommend Mandy’s munchkin anymore.

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by zoe about Mandys M on 12/01/2018

Response by Mandys M on 31/01/2018:

Thanks Zoe. Its a pleasure looking after Jack.

Fantastic Childminder

My daughter has been attending Mandy’s Munchkins since beginning of October last year and in such a short space of time she has settled in so well. I’ve tried nursery settings previously but it was suited to her needs and she was very upset when being left and collected which as a parent it’s heartbreaking. I found Mandy on Facebook and decided to meet with her to see how my daughter would take to the home environment, and with much success she did. She’s happy and eager to go in the morning and talks about her and the other children when she’s at home. Mandy has absolutely everything the children need in her home, and also her garden. Learning is made fun and interactive. I’m really settled in the decision to change provider and would highly recommend Mandy to anyone who’s in search for a childcare provider.

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by Parent about Mandys M on 12/01/2018

Response by Mandys M on 12/01/2018:

Thank you so much Leah. It's great to see ***** settled so well and appreciate your cooperation and support

Excellent

Mandy is such a lovely lady with a caring nature. My little girl quickly felt at home in Mandys home. The inside and outside play areas are both great. Plenty to keep the children entertained for hours. A really nice homely setting.

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by Parent about Mandys M on 06/12/2017