Rebecca Bridges
I have been Childminding for 19 years. I have a 23year old son. I offer a good selection of both indoor and outdoor equipment, and also do arts and crafts and cooking with the children.I do a termly activity planner to do with the children which includes all the special days and seasonal activities within that term, and link these to cover all the areas of learning. We also go to toddler, singing and music groups and local parks. Age range 0 to 8 years.
This setting has signed up to offer Tax Free Childcare.
Who to contact
- Contact Name
- Becki Bridges
- Telephone
- 01189 417054 01189 417054 07956657531 07956657531
- rebecca-bridges@sky.com
Where to go
- Name
- Tilehurst
- Address
-
Tilehurst
Reading
Berks - Postcode
- RG30 4SU
Directions to RG30 4SU
Time / Date Details
- When is it on
- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 8am - 5pm
Costs
- Costs
- £5.50 Per Hour
Inclusion Information
- Wheelchair access
- No
- Special Needs provision
- Yes
- Special Needs Experience
-
Autism
Speech & Language difficulties - Provision for special dietary needs
- Yes
- Details
- I provide all the food for the children so any dietary requirements will need to be discussed
- Can make special cultural provisions
- Yes
- Details
- We like to celebrate different religious celebrations by looking at books and doing activities that relate to them
Childcare Information
Vacancies
- Immediate vacancies
- Yes
- Details
- Space available from September 24
- Updated
- 01/02/2024
Funded Places
- Has 3 & 4 year old funding
- Yes
- Has 2 year old funding
- Yes
30 Hours Extended Entitlements
- Additional 15 hours of *Free* childcare offered
- Yes
- When are the additional 15 hours available? (e.g. Monday to Friday, 8am to 1pm)
- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 8-5
- How many places are available for the additional 15 hours to meet the 30 hours childcare
- 1
- Intending to provide 30 Hours?
- Yes
- Registered to provide 30 Hours?
- Yes
- 30 Hours Partner Summary
- 1
Opening Times & Facilities
- Opening Times
-
Opening Times Day Opening Time Closing Time Monday 08:00 17:00 Tuesday 08:00 17:00 Wednesday 08:00 17:00 Friday 08:00 17:00
School Pickups
- Offers school pickups
- No
Ofsted Information
- Ofsted URN
- EY273244Link to latest Ofsted inspection report
- Inspection history
-
Inspection History Date type Outcome 04/02/2008 Care Good 25/01/2011 Inspection (Early Years Register) Good 19/08/2015 Inspection (Early Years Register) Requires Improvement 29/09/2016 Inspection (Early Years Register) Good 14/07/2022 Inspection (Early Years Register) Good
Local Offer
- Contact Name
- Rebecca Bridges
- Contact Telephone
- 07956657531
- Contact Email
- rebecca-bridges@sky.com
- Local Offer Age Bands
-
Early Years (0-4 years)
Primary (4-10 years) - SEN Provision Type
- Universal
- Local Offer Updated
- 26/10/2023
Early Years Private, Voluntary & Independent Settings
Description
I have been childminding for 14 years. I have an 18 year old son and a cat. I offer a good selection of both indoor and outdoor equipment, and also do arts and crafts and cooking with the children. We also go to toddler, singing and music groups and local parks. I can drop off/pick up from Moorlands Primary and local nurseries.
Reviewed October 2023
1: How does the setting identify children with additional needs or SEND?
I observe and assess the children regularly during every day routines and activities. I am always happy to talk to parents about any concerns they may have. I use the information to make judgement against The Early Years Outcomes. This allows me to share with parents any concerns I may have about their development.
2: How will I be informed / consulted about the ways in which my child is being supported?
As a childminder, I am responsible for all the planning for the children in in my care. Once given permission by the family I will work with any necessary professionals to support that child. I will keep parents informed and consult with them to make a decisions about the best methods to support their child through regular meetings, ongoing assessments and observations.
3: How will the setting adapt the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum for my child's needs?
As a childminder I do my planning based on the needs of the children in my care. My goal is to set next steps, this is done through observations and the child's interests and development stage.
4: What teaching strategies does the setting use for children with additional needs or learning difficulties?
All activities are based on the child's individual needs and adapted according to their development stage. I will work with the families and other professionals to best support the child needs.
5: What additional support does the setting provide for children with additional needs or SEND?
I am willing to work with the local professionals, the local children's centre and early years team.
I am prepared to attend training courses that will help me support the child's needs.
6: How will the setting monitor my child's progress and how will I be involved in this?
I would monitor your child's progress with regular observations and keep journals to record activities and milestones. All information is available to parents at any time.
7: How do you ensure children with additional needs or SEND can be included in the same activities as other children, including trips?
Safety and inclusion of the children in my care is a priority as a childminder. My support and attention helps the children so they can join in with any appropriate activities. I also have risk assessments in place for any outings. I will also work with parents and other professionals on how to best support any child's participants in these activities.
8: How accessible is the building for children with mobility difficulties / wheelchair users?
My home is not wheelchair accessible.
9: How will you support my child's transition to a new setting or school?
Transition to a new setting is a team effort. I am happy if required to visit the new setting with your child and share any relevant information with your permission with the new setting.
10: How does the setting assess the overall effectiveness of its SEN provision and how can parents / carers take part in this evaluation?
I give the parents a questionnaire at least once a year to complete, this allows parents to comment and give feedback on my business. I am also happy to chat about any concerns at any time.
I undergo statuary Ofsted inspections and compliance visits from the local authorities. I also self evaluate and take in the feedback from the questionnaires to do this.
11: Who should I contact if I am considering registering for a place at the setting?
You can contact me either by phone or email, home 0118 9417054 mobile 0795 665731 or email rebecca-bridges@sky.com,
12: What arrangements does the setting have for feedback from parents / carers, including compliments and complaints?
I encourage families to share any questions or concerns with me at all times.
I have a formal complaints policy which i follow, and the questionnaire which allows you to comment on your overall reactions to my work with your child.
Description
I have been childminding for 14 years. I have an 18 year old son and a cat. I offer a good selection of both indoor and outdoor equipment, and also do arts and crafts and cooking with the children. We also go to toddler, singing and music groups and local parks. I can drop off/pick up from Moorlands Primary and local nurseries.
Reviewed October 2023
1: How does the setting identify children with additional needs or SEND?
I observe and assess the children regularly during every day routines and activities. I am always happy to talk to parents about any concerns they may have. I use the information to make judgement against The Early Years Outcomes. This allows me to share with parents any concerns I may have about their development.
2: How will I be informed / consulted about the ways in which my child is being supported?
As a childminder, I am responsible for all the planning for the children in in my care. Once given permission by the family I will work with any necessary professionals to support that child. I will keep parents informed and consult with them to make a decisions about the best methods to support their child through regular meetings, ongoing assessments and observations.
3: How will the setting adapt the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum for my child's needs?
As a childminder I do my planning based on the needs of the children in my care. My goal is to set next steps, this is done through observations and the child's interests and development stage.
4: What teaching strategies does the setting use for children with additional needs or learning difficulties?
All activities are based on the child's individual needs and adapted according to their development stage. I will work with the families and other professionals to best support the child needs.
5: What additional support does the setting provide for children with additional needs or SEND?
I am willing to work with the local professionals, the local children's centre and early years team.
I am prepared to attend training courses that will help me support the child's needs.
6: How will the setting monitor my child's progress and how will I be involved in this?
I would monitor your child's progress with regular observations and keep journals to record activities and milestones. All information is available to parents at any time.
7: How do you ensure children with additional needs or SEND can be included in the same activities as other children, including trips?
Safety and inclusion of the children in my care is a priority as a childminder. My support and attention helps the children so they can join in with any appropriate activities. I also have risk assessments in place for any outings. I will also work with parents and other professionals on how to best support any child's participants in these activities.
8: How accessible is the building for children with mobility difficulties / wheelchair users?
My home is not wheelchair accessible.
9: How will you support my child's transition to a new setting or school?
Transition to a new setting is a team effort. I am happy if required to visit the new setting with your child and share any relevant information with your permission with the new setting.
10: How does the setting assess the overall effectiveness of its SEN provision and how can parents / carers take part in this evaluation?
I give the parents a questionnaire at least once a year to complete, this allows parents to comment and give feedback on my business. I am also happy to chat about any concerns at any time.
I undergo statuary Ofsted inspections and compliance visits from the local authorities. I also self evaluate and take in the feedback from the questionnaires to do this.
11: Who should I contact if I am considering registering for a place at the setting?
You can contact me either by phone or email, home 0118 9417054 mobile 0795 665731 or email rebecca-bridges@sky.com,
12: What arrangements does the setting have for feedback from parents / carers, including compliments and complaints?
I encourage families to share any questions or concerns with me at all times.
I have a formal complaints policy which i follow, and the questionnaire which allows you to comment on your overall reactions to my work with your child.
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