Merri-Kids Childminder

Hi, My name is Sarah, and I live in West Heath I am OFSTED registered awarded 'good' across the board. I live with my 3 boys aged 9 11 my youngest is 1 and of course my husband. We live in a spacious terraced house with a fair sized enclosed garden with plenty of fun equipment.
I like to make sure the children I care for to have lots of fun and to feel secure and happy whilst in my care, as well as learning in a stimulating environment.
As well as plenty of activities in my home I also take the children out regularly to enjoys the outdoor world and also to plenty of playgroups where the children can learn to socialise and grow in confidence amongst other children.
I love doing my job, and look forward to hearing from anyone who thinks I might be able to help.

EXPERIENCE:

Apart from experience I have gained from my own 3 boys, I also have a large extended family with many nieces and nephews of varying ages.
As part of my NVQ 2 I completed one school year of experience with a class of reception aged children.
I have now been working with children as a childminder for over 4 years..
NVQs 2 and 3 in Childrens care and Learning Development.
Paediatric First Aid Certificate.
Diploma in Homebased Childcare.
I am Ofsted inspected and recieved a 'good' grade across the board.
I am a member of PACEY (formally known as NCMA).
Myself and my husband hold full CRB checks.

MY QUALIFACATIONS:

As part of my on going training I have certificates for:
Welfare requirements
Policies and procedures.
Speech Language and Communication.
Safeguarding children
Health and Safety
Food safety
Self Evaluation-which is to help to learn how to evaluate my services and how to improve and constantly better myself.

MY AVAILABILITY:

I currently have a full time or term time space available

The schools/nurseries I cover are:

Turves Green Primary School
West Heath Nusery.