Shaz
Childminder in Rothwell
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Female Member since Nov 2017 Last Updated Mar 2025 Last Login 31 Mar 2025
My Summary
Ofsted Outstanding Co-Childminders
About Me
Hello my name is Sharon,(shaz) I co-childmind with Becky Dingle, from a purpose built playroom within Beckys home. I'm a mum of 2 grown up children and a nannie of 2.
My Experience
We have been living the dream here at dreams childminding for 8years, prior to this I was a family support worker at the local children's centre, with over 30 years childcare experience.
My Qualifications
NVQ level 3
NVQ level2
HENRY
Group work
Safeguarding
My Availability
Monday to Wednesday 8am to 5pm
Thursdays 8am to 4pm
Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
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Before School | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
Morning | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no |
Afternoon | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no |
After School | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
Evening | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
Overnight | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
Last Updated: 01/03/2025 |
My Fees
- Childminding from £5.25 per hour
All year round £5.25 per hour payable all year
Term time only £5.75
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
- Childminding Agency Certificate (added 02/11/2023)
- EU Passport (added 30/01/2023)
- DBS Check (added 30/01/2023)
- Ofsted Certificate (added 30/01/2023)
- Training Certificate (added 06/02/2025)
- First Aid Certificate: First Aid (added 30/01/2025)
- Training Certificate: Food safety Level 2 (added 20/01/2025)
- Training Certificate: safeguarding (added 13/02/2024)
- Training Certificate: Changes to EYFS 2024 (added 04/02/2024)
- Training Certificate: 7 Areas of leaning (added 04/02/2024)
- Reference: Child protection Advanced (added 08/03/2023)
- Proof of Covid-19 Vaccination (added 30/01/2023)
- Training Certificate: Child Protection Level 2 (added 30/01/2023)
- Training Certificate: GDPR (added 30/01/2023)
- Exam Certificate: NVQ3 (added 30/01/2023)
- Training Certificate: Henry (added 30/01/2023)
- Training Certificate: Preventing injuries caused by forcible shaking (added 30/01/2023)
- Training Certificate: 3 day learning and improvement (added 30/01/2023)
- First Aid Certificate: Childminder category 1 (added 30/01/2023)
- Training Certificate: Autism (added 30/01/2023)
- Training Certificate: Prevent e-learning (added 30/01/2023)
- Training Certificate: FGM (added 30/01/2023)
- Training Certificate: Reflective Practice (sef) (added 30/01/2023)
- First Aid Certificate (added 30/01/2023)
- Exam Certificate: Ant-Oppressive Training (added 30/01/2023)
- Exam Certificate: Good practice group work (added 30/01/2023)
Reviews

Parents say
These reviews consistently praise the childminders for their exceptional care, nurturing environment, and dedication to children's development. Parents express gratitude for the warm, professional approach and engaging activities provided. The childminders are commended for their communication, personalized attention, and ability to create a safe, loving atmosphere. Many reviewers highlight the positive impact on their children's growth and learning, emphasizing their trust and satisfaction with the service.
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Latest reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Shaz. Please note that reviews represent the subjective opinions of other Childcare.co.uk members 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.
We are so grateful to have found Shaz and Dream’s childminding. From the very first meeting, we felt comfortable and confident in her ability to provide a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment. Shaz is warm, approachable, and truly passionate about working with children.
She has a wonderful approach to learning and development, always planning activities that are both fun and educational. Both of my boys have flourished in her care.
The setting is exceptionally clean, well-organized, and filled with toys and resources that encourage creativity and learning. Shaz communicates with us regularly, keeping us updated on our child’s progress and events that happen throughout the day.
Above all, we feel completely at ease knowing that our son is in such capable, caring hands. We highly recommend Shaz and Dreams childminding to anyone looking for a trustworthy, professional, and genuinely kind childminder.
by
Anna
on 04/03/2025
Shaz and Becky have exceeded my expectations as childminders, they really do treat the dreamers as their own children and go above and beyond to meet their needs!
Sending your children to someone else’s care is the most terrifying thing to do as a parent and they really do make me feel 100% comfortable in doing so, I know my son is in the best hands!
Couldn’t ask for more - thank you for being the best!!!
by
Beth
on 04/03/2025
Response by
Shaz
on 04/03/2025:
thank you your so kind x
Sharon has been absolutely wonderful with our daughter. From the moment she started with them, they made her feel right at home. Sharon’s warm and friendly approach has not only made my daughter excited to go each day but has also given us complete peace of mind.
The setting offers a variety of engaging activities that my daughter thoroughly enjoys, from arts and crafts to outdoor adventures. It's evident that Sharon tailors her care to each child's interests and developmental needs, ensuring a fun and educational experience.
Communication with Sharon has been fantastic. Regular progress updates are shared through an online app and is always open to discussing any concerns. Her professionalism, combined with her genuine love for what she does, makes her stand out.
We are incredibly grateful to have found such dedicated childminders through the childcare app. Sharon has become an integral part of my daughter’s life, and we couldn't be happier with the care they've provided.
by
VagelisF
on 04/03/2025
Response by
Shaz
on 04/03/2025:
thank you very much it really is appreciated x
My son has attended Dreams Childminding with Sharon ( and Becky) since being 12 months old. Sharon is the kindest sole, with the biggest heart and goes above and beyond for the children (and their families) every single day. Communication is clear, and regular , activities and EYFS curriculum is structured, tailored and fun. My son's development academically and personally, has been incredible. Sharon, as his key worker, has helped him gown in confidence, with the perfect combination of a welcoming & warm, loving & fun environment, whilst maintaining professionalism and high expections. He absolutely loves going to Dreams each day.
We would wholeheartedly recommend sharon and Dreams Childminding to anyone. They are truly the most wonderful people we have and have the pleasure to work with.
by
Mallory
on 01/03/2025
Response by
Shaz
on 04/03/2025:
you are so kind it means alot
Sharon (Shaz), alongside her co-childminder Becky, looked after our two girls at Dreams from before they were 1 right through to 4, when they started school. Our girls had a wonderful time at Dreams and the start that Sharon has given them positioned them perfectly throughout their early years and for starting school. She played a huge part in their development, from fine motor skills when they were little to interpersonal skills and making friends as they grew older. She fosters a kind and caring environment that meant our girls absolutely loved going to Dreams each day. Sharon goes beyond what many other childcare settings provide and we feel lucky to have so many keepsakes that were sent home so that we can remember what our girls were like at this age - priceless as they grow up!
Above all we’re proud of how kind, confident, curious and fun (with a healthy dose of cheekiness) our girls have become as they’ve grown, and much of this is down to the girls’ time with Sharon and Becky. We would wholeheartedly recommend Sharon and Dreams to anyone looking for a warm, professional and caring environment for their child.
by
Paul
on 09/09/2023
Becky & Sharon go above and beyond for their dreamers making sure each day is fun but educational. They have little visits and fun walks, baking and so much more I couldn’t list. The little trinkets and thoughtful gifts are something else, you can tell they adore each and everyone of the little dreamers. The updates throughout the days & pictures make me smile while I’m working!
I remember the day I dropped off my daughter for her first day at 10 months old, walking to the door with tears in my eyes and being unable to speak, the little poem I was given and told to read at home with a box of tissues cemented my decision that I had chosen wisely with Becky & Sharon.
by
Danielle
on 22/02/2023
Becky & Sharon are amazing!
My little boy loved attending & is looking forward to returning in April! & his baby brother is due to start in Sept.
Would not trust anybody else to care for our boys!
They get the older sibling involved too 🥰 and love & care for the children like they are family! ❤️
by
Rachel12
on 31/01/2023
Shaz combines unconditional love for the children with a passion for developing and nurturing them with her special flair for arts and crafts. We are consistently impressed with the range of activities. Our son is always excited to spend time with his Dreams family
by
Sari247
on 30/01/2023
Sharon is simply wonderful and she brought my daughter on brilliantly. Sharon would often give me helpful pointers which would help and assist me with things like getting her talking, doing things independently and down to complex things such as potty training! Sharon is very approachable & her ability to “pretend play” is phenomenal. My daughter loved playing with her, wether it be cafes, or babies, sharon was brilliant at communicating and helping and egging my daughter to do things independently. I love how passionate sharon is, others will know how at christmas, halloween, easter and everything in between the children used to come home with little keepsakes and beautifully personalised art work, the effort sharon puts in is outstanding!! I loved reading about all her developments and I was always kept upto date with milestones reached ect. The playroom is always wonderfully set out and toys are frequently rotated to support the children’s learning! Very good, Would defo recommend!!
by
Michaela
on 30/01/2023
My daughter has been at Dreams Childminding since 2019 and will be leaving them to start school this September. The care and love Shaz & Becky show our little ones is wonderful. They nurture the children to enable them to meet their milestones and include the families in their learning, regularly changing topics and keeping the children engaged with learning.
Having personally gone through some extra difficult times recently, Shaz & Becky have gone above and beyond with my daughter and I can honestly say she absolutely loves them and looks forward to seeing each day.
We will miss them terribly when she starts school in September, we have loved our time with Shaz & Becky but we will always be apart of the Dreams family and come back to see everyone as much as we can.
by
Rachel_S
on 30/01/2023
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