Amanda D
Childminder in Birmingham (also available for babysitting)
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Female Member since Jul 2010 Last Updated Aug 2022 Last Login 20 Dec 2024
My Summary
About Me
My name is Mandy and I am a Level 4 Registered childminder in Kings Norton, Birmingham. Hold numerous qualifications including NVQ Level 3, Quality First Level 3, Accredited Childminder, First Aid, Food Safety, Safeguarding Children and many more, details of which are available. I live in Kings Norton with Husband and children aged 23 and 21 in a semi detached 4 bedroomed house with large kitchen/dining area, living room and seperate play room and a large garden. I am close to several major bus routes and minutes away from the local train station. .Full Ofsted registered name is Amanda Louise Dunkley
My Experience
I have been childminding for the past 19 years, have raised two beautiful children and have cared for children in a lesser role since my teenage years.
I hold numerous childcare qualifications, certificates for which together with my full Ofsted Inspections are available to see
My Qualifications
Child Protection for Managers
Health and Safety
Risk Assessment
Childrens Rights
NVQ Level 3
Quality First Level 3
Accredited Childminder
First Aid
Food Safety Level 2
Safeguarding Children (all 21 NSPCC Modules)
Foundation Stage Training
Disability Awareness and some specific Disability/Special Needs Courses
Numerous other training courses
My Availability
Monday - Friday 6.30am - 6.00pm
Place available for 0 - 5 years
School drop off and pick up from Broadmeadow Nursery, Infants and Junior Schools
PLACE AVAILABLE FOR SCHOOL HOLIDAYS
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
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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 | yes | no | no |
| After School | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
| Evening | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
| Overnight | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Last Updated: 31/07/2022 | |||||||
My Fees
- Childminding from £4.00 per hour
- Babysitting from £8.00 per hour
£4.00 per hour
My Local Schools
- I provide drop offs and pick ups at Broadmeadow Junior School
- I provide pick ups at Broadmeadow Infant 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
- UK Driving Licence (added 22/06/2023)
Reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Amanda D. 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.
Mandy picked dropped off and picked up my daughter Amelia from when she started Reception and from the start Mandy has been a brilliant childminder. Mandy’s home is warm and welcoming and there is a nice garden for the children to play in too. Mandy offered flexibility around drop off times when I needed to start work a bit earlier than usual as well which was really helpful, as well as being available to look after Amelia on school training days or in the holidays. Amelia was always really happy to go to Mandy’s and enjoyed walking to school with her. Had it not been for Amelia being offered a place a a different school I would have liked to have had Mandy as Amelia’s childminder for the whole of Amelia’s time at Primary School! Thank you Mandy for looking after Amelia so nicely Xx
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Caroline
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Amanda D
on 15/11/2018
Response by
Amanda D
on 16/11/2018:
Thank you, it has been a pleasure and Amelia is a wonderful girl, keep in touch, Mandy
I am really pleased with Mandy services!!!! My son was really happy ???? there and asks always to go back!!! Mandy was highly recommended and didn't disappoint!!!At first she seems a bit serious but she is very friendly and helpful. If you would like to be in a clean home with a lovely garden ???? this is your opportunity.Also if you like to plan ,Mandy is very organised and will keep you updated on any changes or holidays.Domi and Ethan
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Parent
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Amanda D
on 24/04/2015
Response by
Amanda D
on 27/04/2015:
Thank you and Ethan would' be welcome back at any time, he is a lovely lad and a credit to you xx
I would recommend Mandy to any parent seeking a childminder. Mandy has looked after my daughter Sky from the age of 13 months to 26 months and the only reason Sky no longer attends Mandy's is because I am on maternity leave after having a second daughter.
Sky attended 8 hours a day 3 days a week and it was a great relief to be able to leave Sky in the caring and capable hands of Mandy. Sky had a horrible experience at a nursery before I found Mandy so I was feeling quite desperate and upset about returning to work. However, it was clear very quickly that Sky was happy, safe and well cared with Mandy for so my return to work was smooth.
Mandy was very flexible in allowing me to drop off Sky early on occasions as my work required. I even swapped my days around sometimes and Mandy was very flexible in supporting this.
Many is really professional in following the EYFS - and it's clear that she follows it not just from the need to maintain her outstanding grade in the OFSTED inspection but also because she actually cares about the children and how they are achieving milestones.
Mandy has a lovely family environment and Sky took a particular shine to Mandy's daughter Keira who was very kind to Sky and I would often turn up to Mandy's to find Keira reading Sky a book or suchlike.
Mandy has been excellent and both Sky and I will miss her very much. I can recommend her as a childminder wholeheartedly.
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Parent
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Amanda D
on 14/11/2011
Response by
Amanda D
on 18/11/2011:
Thank you for your lovely comments, we all miss you both too
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