Rachel F

Childminder in Darlington

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Female Member since Nov 2019 Last Updated Apr 2025 Last Login 29 Apr 2025

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My Summary

Ofsted Registered

First Aid Training

DBS Check

Full Driving Licence

Childcare Qualifications

2 Year old Funded Childcare

3 and 4 Year old Funded Childcare

Tax-Free Childcare

Flexible Hours

9 months old Funded Childcare

About Me

Hi, I’m Rachel a Ofsted Registered Good Childminder and I live with my husband and 9 year-old son on the Millfield’s estate near Lingfield Point in Darlington.
I provide childcare and early education for children aged 0-5 years in a welcoming home from home environment. I believe that a child’s early years should be full of exciting, fun, memorable and happy experiences where they can investigate and explore, enabling them to progress in their development and grow into confident and independent learners ready for school.

My Experience

I have 21 years of experience working in private day nurseries where I have had Early Years practitioner and Deputy Manager roles.

My Qualifications

Early Years Professional Status
BA (HONS) Early Years Degree

My Availability

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Last Updated: 22/04/2025

My Fees

Childminding from £6.00 per hour

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 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

15 March 2022

Children benefit from a well-planned curriculum and strong partnerships with parents in this good quality childcare setting. The stimulating environment promotes enjoyable learning experiences and healthy lifestyles. Safeguarding arrangements are effective, ensuring children's safety. While language development is generally well-supported, there is room for improvement in consistently modeling correct pronunciation. Overall, the setting provides a positive experience for children, fostering their development across various areas.

Summary generated by AI from the text of the inspection report.

My Documents

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Ofsted Certificate (added 03/11/2023)

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