I have been a Registered Childminder since 2014. I was graded Outstanding in 2016. I provide before and after school childcare for children who attend Cragside Primary School.

Following changes in how before and after school provisions are inspected by Ofsted I received MET when I was inspected in January 2020. The report explains what it is like for a child to attend my setting. I also have up to date feedback from previous as well as current childminding families which I can share with you.

I have over 20 years of experience working in schools, preschools, nurseries, before and after school clubs with children aged 0-11. I registered as a childminder in High Heaton in 2019 and was Ofsted rated good in November 2021.

During my 29 years in childcare I worked in many areas including Nursery, Reception, Special Needs, Nanny and now childminding. I provide a variety of activities from imaginative play to construction craft and music depending of the child’s needs and abilities. I attend Kingston Park childminder dropping and toddler groups. Also I take the children on outings. Some of our favourite places include Leazes Park, Saltwell Park, Thornley Woods, Bowlam Lake, the library and Dobbies Garden Centre.  

I am very reliable and very caring and have over 9 years of childcare experience working with children between the ages of 0 and 11 years. I have alse gained valuable experience from my role as a mum to my 2 boys. My qualifications include a BA Honours Degree in Children and Young Persons, First Aid training, Safeguarding Children training and a variety of other helpful training courses.