Clare Munro
Childminder in Shoreham-By-Sea
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Female Member since Jun 2018 Last Updated Dec 2024 Last Login 20 Dec 2024
My Summary
Childcare By Clare
About Me
My name is Clare Munro, I am an Ofsted registered Childminder - Childcare by Clare, recently moved to Shoreham. The setting will be open from January/February 2025 and I currently have spaces available. The setting is now open for you to visit.
I am an experienced childcare provider professionally and personally having 4 daughters and 2 grandsons. As a family we live a healthy lifestyle and love being outside in the fresh air with our very friendly Labrador.
My Experience
I worked at Hawley Place School for 14 years as a TA and ELSA, in that time I have worked alongside Maths, English, Science, RE, Geography, Music, Drama, PE, French, Art and Forset school teachers. I have supported children in Nursery, KS1, KS2 & KS3. I have supported children with SEND and complex medical needs such as diabetes, epilepsy and anaphylaxis.
I consider it a privilege to have supported so many children through their first experiences of learning.
After having a baby in 2018, I replaced teacher training with, training to Childmind through The Professional Association of Childcare and Early Years (PACEY) and I love it!
I have blended my school background with my home to create a structured day with enriching experiences in a homely environment.
Each week is planned and influenced by the season, the weather, national celebrations, the children's personal interests and linked to the 7 areas of learning in the EYFS curriculum (2024).
Throughout the week, there is a balance of adult led activities and child led play. I am passionate about educating children but above all, I love getting down to their imaginative level to play.
My Qualifications
Level 3 Teaching Assistant 2004
Level 4 Foundation Degree in Learning Support 2013
Emotional Literacy Support AssIstant ELSA 2016
Teaching Phonics 2017
SEND trained 2017
Level 5 Foundation Degree in Learning Support 2018.
Level 3 Preparing to Work in Home Based Childcare 2019.
Raising Developmental Concerns with Parents 2019.
Delivering the EYFS 2019
Level 3 Safeguarding 2019
Food and hygiene 2019
Paediatric First Aid Training 2019
Level 2 Being a Key Person in an Early Years Setting 2020
Level 2 A Practical Guide to the GDPR 2020
Level 2 Reflective Practice in the Early Years 2020
Cultural Capital (part one) 2020
Level 3 Preparing to Work in Home Based Childcare 2019
Level 2 Setting up your childminding business 2019.
Level 2 Safeguarding 2020
Level 3 Safeguarding 2020
FGM 2020
CPD 2021
Paediatric First Aid 2022
Level 4 Safeguarding and Child protection 2022
Autism Awareness 2022
EY curriculum for Childminders 2022
CPD 2023/2024
Child Safeguarding 2024
Forest school and Outdoor learning 2024.
Paediatric First Aid 2024.
I use / teach Makaton to help pre verbal children communicate their needs, in addition to visual pictures.
I always carry out risk assessments to ensure I am aware of what the hazards are, and the control measures I need to put in place in order to reduce any risks to a low risk. I have comprehensively risk assessed my setting, toddler groups, getting in and out of my car, trips out and our dog.
Parents are welcome to view my risk assessments, Policies, qualifications and Enhanced DBS checks for myself and my husband.
I have a full clean driving licence with business insurance and public liability insurance through Childcare.co.uk.
My Availability
From January/
February 2025 I have Monday to Thursday spaces available.
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
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| Before School | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no |
| Morning | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no |
| Afternoon | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no |
| After School | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no |
| Evening | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no |
| Overnight | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Last Updated: 19/12/2024 | |||||||
My Fees
- Childminding from £7.22 per hour
£7.22 per hour / £65 per day 8am to 5pm to include;
8am - breakfast
10am - Morning snack
12pm - Lunch
2pm - Afternoon snack
4.30pm Tea
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
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
- Ofsted Certificate (added 05/10/2020)
- Training Certificate (added 01/08/2019)
- First Aid Certificate (added 01/08/2019)
- DBS Check (added 01/08/2019)
- UK Driving Licence (added 25/10/2018)
Reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Clare Munro. 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.
My little boy is lucky enough to go to Clare for childminding. He's so happy going that when I pull up up to her house his little arms and legs go wild and he makes the sound of her doorbell. She does so many fun and educational activities with the children that he's developing into a chatty, adventurous toddler. It's clear that she loves her job and her warmth and wonderful approach she has with the children is so reassuring to see as a parent. I would not hesitate to recommend her for your little one.
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on 29/01/2024
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Clare Munro
on 29/01/2024:
Thank you for writing that! So funny he makes the sound of my doorbell. X
Clare is the most thoughtful, thorough and creative childminder, our children loved being with her and made such brilliant developments under her care. Clare made such a huge effort to create an amazing atmosphere for the children to thrive in, she was so reassuring and reliable, we can’t thank Clare enough for the amazing work she did with our children.
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Caroline
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on 22/01/2024
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Clare Munro
on 22/01/2024:
Thank you! Sending my love to you all. X
As a mum with a SEN child I could not thank Clare enough for what she has done and continues to do for our little boy . She is just amazing beyond words. Clare goes above and beyond to help in any way she can. Clare is the most honest,thoughtful& caring lady and genuinely cares for the children with a lovely home and family and anyone that is able to get a space with her is very very lucky . I wish our little boy could stay forever x
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Courtney
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on 20/01/2024
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Clare Munro
on 22/01/2024:
Thank you! X
Clare looked after my 5 year old. I have never met an amazing person like Clare. I would say she is outstanding, she loves her job, she is pure. She helped my daughter with all her homework Professional, she would assist my daughter with a bath or shower put her pj's when i pick her she is ready for bed. Clate would attend all my daughter's school activities when im working. i would recommend anybody to Clare as she is amazing. She has taught my daughter so many things like baking. My daughter Loves Clsre to bits and she holds a special place in my daughter's heart as she always talks about her even myself Clare holds a special place in my heart with the way she cated for mu daughter.
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Netty
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Clare Munro
on 13/03/2020
Response by
Clare Munro
on 13/03/2020:
Thank you Netty for taking the time to write a review. As you know I love looking after your little one. You know where I am when you need me.
For all you mums looking for a kind reliable trust worthy person to look after and take care of your little ones look know further, this lady is incredible Clare has been a god send to me. Clare is exceptional. I've used a few people to help me with my 4 children in the past and They have been a real disappointment. I'll never find another person like Clare she really has restored my faith. I will continue to use Clare to look after my children. Most importantly my children love Clare and since being with her has massively improved with there speech and general learning.
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itsthe4o
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Clare Munro
on 09/01/2020
Response by
Clare Munro
on 09/01/2020:
Ahh.....thank you so much Gemma! I love looking after your family and really appreciate your kind words.
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