Alexandra
Childminder in Morley
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Female Member since Sep 2011 Last Updated Dec 2024 Last Login 30 Dec 2024
My Summary
Early Years Specialist
About Me
Hi my name is Alex
I specialise in Early Years and pre school, children under the age of 5, and only care for these children in my home from home setting.
More about me .. I am passionate about early years I’m creative, enjoy sport especially triathlon and I like camping and hiking with my little dog Lola.
I am a nature loving early years educator with the use of holistic techniques at the centre of my practice, we enjoy music, crafts, stories and lots of free flow and planned activities that enable children to express themselves be become independent and “school ready”
I use Reggio and hygge approach methods, also the use of loose parts and some Montessori techniques.
I provide a safe and nurturing environment. Close to local parks, play gyms, outdoor spaces and library. Which allow children the opportunity to socialise, we attend play groups, and soft play areas which includes mini me time and tumble play, trampolining sessions and we attend a forest schools weekly.
I provide equipment and resources needed to care for babies aged from 6months up to children aged 6 years, these are accessible at all times with a large enclosed secure garden where we enjoy the mud kitchen, gardening, den building and the use of trikes, a slide, scooters, bikes and lots of mark making areas with lots of space to explore and get messy, i love my career at Bizzy bees childminder and as a parent myself i understand how difficult it can be leaving your child, with this in mind I am dedicated to making it a relaxed and stress free process, as a member of my local childminding community and 4children I am a active and well known childminder.
I have many happy parents and children that can provide helpful references. Good luck with your search and a very important decision, please feel free to contact me and I will email further information about the setting. All the best Alex. Xx
My Experience
With over 15 years experience, i have worked in a nursery in the past, spending 5 years as a deputy manager nursery nurse and before this I worked in a school. I have experience working with children with special needs, and hold a special educational needs coordinator qualification. I am fully first aid trained and hold a level 4 certification in early years leadership and management.
I’ve worked in a diverse and multi cultural environment and I am a very active member of the local childminding community and regularly help with training, playgroups, outings and toddler groups in my area.
My Qualifications
OFSTED graded and DBS checked. I am Highly trained in childrens care, learning and development. I hold a peadiatric first aid and safeguarding certificate and regularly attend courses, seminars and conferences that support children’s development, education and behaviour. I have qualified in special needs, autism and developing early years practice to children learning english as an additional language I am a special educational needs and higher level Early Years teacher.
My Availability
full days only 7.30am - 5pm
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| Before School | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
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| After School | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
| Evening | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Overnight | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Last Updated: 30/12/2024 | |||||||
My Fees
- Childminding from £6.00 per hour
please contact me for fees
all meals and snacks are provided
fees include addimisions into forest school and days out.
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
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My Documents
- First Aid Certificate: First aid (added 26/08/2020)
- UK Passport (added 26/08/2020)
Reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Alexandra. 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.
Alex has been beyond the best choice I have ever made to give both my children the best start in life, both socially and educationally. My now 10yr old still recalls fond memories and experiences of attending Alex’s and my 3yr old who has just started school nursery still asks when she can see Alex. Chloe started with Alex when she was approx 8months old and settled in straight away with Alex’s calm, nurturing, loving personality. The experiences she gives the children is beyond anything I could ever ask for with days out and fun trips to constantly changing topics based on the seasons and monthly/yearly events. Chloe felt safe and loved when going to Alex and Alex will always be a part of our kids lives with thanks to the incredible bond she creates with all the children. Alex is constantly looking at ways to provide more for the children and has provided lots of help and support with issues we had with our girls- speech delay with Chloe- providing tools, print outs and support packets to enable us to support at home. Chloe made great friends as she grew and Alex helped create healthy relationships and supports children’s learning and development whilst gearing each experience personally to each child. I cannot thank Alex enough for the head start she had given both my girls and upon meeting her you will realise she is one of the best childcare givers in the area. The independence and confidence she instilled in the children through daily activities and games is something everyone should experience and I would recommend her without a doubt no matter what your child may need as Alex adapts and overcomes any needs of the children. I cannot thank Alex enough for what she has done for both my girls and me and will forever remember and think of her as part of our family.
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foley23
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on 05/03/2022
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on 06/03/2022:
Aww thank you so much I was so emotional reading this, it’s been and continues to be a joy to be part of your lives. The girls are amazing and will grow and develop into gorgeous, courageous, intelligent and loving adults. X x
My daughter has been with Alex since just before her 2nd birthday and sending her was the best decision we have made!
Barely a week goes by where my daughter doesn't come home telling us something new she has learnt. They go on brilliant trips, embrace the outdoors and she is always excited by the activities which they have planned at home as well. Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a childminder around the Morley area who will not just offer the best care but also nurture and develop the children as well.
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on 10/01/2022
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Alexandra
on 06/03/2022:
Thank you Nic, we all miss Rosie massively she has left an every lasting affect on our lives and we will never forget her. She is the most amazing, funny and strong little girl we have ever met and I’m sure she will go on to spread her joy and infectious positivity to others, throughout her life.
Alex is lovely person which excellent attiute. She is very kind and proffesional. She offers lots of tings to do. My twins love her 😀😀
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Alex is lovely and welcoming.
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Alex looks after my daughter on a morning before school and she always looks forward to seeing Alex. Although my child is only there for an hour there is a range of activities for her to do and Alex provides a lovely learning environment for all the children she looks after! Above all Alex is a lovely and friendly woman who I feel completely comfortable leaving my child with.
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