Victoria
Childminder in Chadderton
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Female Member since Sep 2010 Last Updated Feb 2024 Last Login Oct 2024
My Summary
About Me
I HAVE PLACES AVAILABLE.
My name is victoria i am 49 years old i live with my husband and my 3 grown up children who are now at work and Uni. My children have always been welcoming and caring to each child that has come in to our home,they have enjoyed them being here. We live in chadderton and have done for the last 27 years.I have enjoyed being a mum and get the same enjoyment for caring for all the children that i have cared for in the last 18 years. I have cared for some lovely little characters all with fantastic personalities and i have been sad to see them go.
My Experience
I have been a full time mum for the past 23 years so have lots of experience with children and babies.I like to think that our home is a home from home for the children that we care for and that they enjoy being here.We have a caring and welcoming home for the children and their parents.
I have looked after many different types of children all with very different likes and dislikes.One that wouldn't take her coat off and took her 6 weeks to do so and one that wanted to eat his lunch out of his lunch box and not off a plate but that made them feel happier and more relaxed then that is fine by me.
We do lots of activities and outing i have a park very local to me where the children love to go even if it is only for short time before the rain comes down.
During the summer we get together with other childminders and have trip out to the zoo,blue planet or gullivers which the children really enjoy.Picnics in the park are a favourite and the children just love being able to run around and play. I have a large garden with plenty of play equipment. I have lots of different toys,games and books. The children enjoy the dress up box for roll play and music and sing time.We have paints and crafts to make lots of pictures for home. The children especially like sticking and glueing although most of the glue ends up on the hands. We go on lots of local outtings including play centres,parks,toddler groups and baby gym I think it is always good for the children to mix with others even though there is alway a lot of children within my setting.
Healthy meals are always promoted along with healty snacks.We have fruit each day for snacks although we do have the odd sweety treat from time to time.
My Qualifications
Ofsted registered
Full driving license
Paediatric first aid
Safeguarding
Prevent training
Expectations of behaviour training
Development course in speech and language
Schemas
Voices of children
Child protection
I am ofsted registered and completed a full childminding course.
At my last ofsted inspection I was given a GOOD which I was really pleased with and i am always looking to improve for the benefit of the children I mind.
I have a first aid certificate in pediatrician first aid and take regular refresher course. I also have a certificate in child protection.
I have a full and clean driving licence and have been driving for 32 years.I have child safety seats for all children so they are safe and secure while in the car.
My Availability
I have places available for children from birth to 8 years full time and part time.
My working hours are 7.30 till 5.00 but can be flexible.Evening meal is not provided (this is also flexible)but snack is given if wanted.
| 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 | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Overnight | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Last Updated: 14/02/2024 | |||||||
My Fees
- Childminding from £4.00 per hour
My fees are very competitive please get in touch to discuss.
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
- UK Driving Licence (added 24/05/2023)
Reviews
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Vicky started looking after my older son when he was 1 and he was alway looking forward to going back to her. Vicky was taking him out every day to different places- playcentres, parks, playgroups where he had a chance to play with other children. Sometimes he has brought home some arts and crafts project he's made at Vicky's and he always looked calm and satisfied when coming home. This helped me a lot when returning to work full time and when I needed to return to work again after my second son was born I knew the best place for him will be at Vicky's. On one occasion I gave him blueberries after breakfast and while they where in a placentre he's brought some up and started choking- Vicky HAS SAVED HIS LIFE ❤❤❤
We've used Vicky's services for 4,5 years and I felt always relaxed knowing my boys are being well looked after- with love and care ❤
I would highly recommend Vicky's childminding services to any parent 😃
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After moving into the area we were looking for a childminder to look after our 2 year old. What we found in Vicky was far more than we could ever have wished for. Our daughter was welcomed not only into Vicky's home but her family, always telling us of what she had been up to with great excitement. Going back to work was made easier knowing Addison was happy, safe and in a learning environment with the other children. Vicky encouraged Addison to develop her personality and respected our wishes. I will always be grateful to Vicky for all she did for us, and couldn't wish to know a better person and her wonderful family.
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After a bad experience with a previous childminder I was worried about who to leave my 1 year old son joseph with. Victoria was recommended to me. When I spoke to her for the first time over the phone I immediately warmed to her. When we met I knew straight away that I would have no worries leaving my son with her. As a working Mum I had to know that my child was safe, well cared for and loved by someone whilst I was at work. Victoria ticked all of these boxes. What can I say. My son absolutely adores her and talks non stop at home about "Picky" and her lovely family. Joseph is now 3 and will be leaving soon but in the 2 years he has been there he has grown into a confident loving bright child and for this I thank Victoria. She takes Joseph to groups throughout the week and also on days out with her family. She is always available to talk through the day with you or indeed discuss any worries you may have. I would highly reccommend Victoria to any Parent. She truly is a STAR.
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Vicky was my childminder from 2008 looking after my 7 months girl Mya. I had visted a few childminders and tey just didnt feel right. As soon as I met Vicky I know she was right for us it just felt right so much so as soon as we left I rang her back asking her to child Mya. Her home is very welcoming and kitted out right for kids there is everything they would need. Not that they spend that much time there Vicky is always taking they kids out for day trips so they get plenty of fresh air which I liked and they mix with other children at playgroups etc.
Vickys home was like Mya's second home and her own children are great with the kids. Vicky was Mya second Mum she behaved better for Vicky than she did for me.
During the 4 years Mya was there Vicky was very reliable, flexible, caring and taught Mya alot which put her in great sted ready to start school.
I hated having to leave and would have let Mya stay there if the goverment would have let me haha. Mya still misses Vicky alot and talks about her all the time.
I would recommend Vicky to anyone looking for a great childminder so do not hesitate to contact her.
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