I am a qualified nursery nurse and ofsted registered childminder graded good with in excess of 27 years post qualifying experience, caring for children from birth to 12 years. I offer a wide range of indoor and outdoor activities to develop and stretch the children and for them to make friendships with others both adults and children.

I also take the children on outings to integrate into the community and to offer them knowledge and understanding of the world. Children are offered healthy food and snacks whilst in my care, this and the outings are all included in the price. 

My name is Andrea, I am married with 3 children (2 of whom have left home now). We have a very warm and welcoming home in South West Denton/Dumpling Hall, Newcastle.

I have worked as a child minding assistant for the past year which I have found very rewarding, this is what has spurred me on to become a child minder myself.

I have lots of experience working with early years children, I am an honest and friendly person, I am very flexible with my working hours which enables me to provide child care as and when needed.

We are based within the Denton and Westerhope Sure Start Building. We have an enclosed part-covered outdoor area, We now have a new enclosed outdoor area at the front of the building with a mud kitchen plus a grassed area with a pirate boat, steering sit on frame, slide and picnic benches. We have 10 staff and are open for 5 mornings and 5 afternoons sessions term time only. We also offer some full time places as well for older children.

We have a wide range of equipment including soft play equipment and a smart board.

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Hello, my name is Annika, I offer a warm, comfortable and friendly welcoming environment. I am home based in Chapel House Estate and an Ofsted Registered Childminder. During my 12 years in childcare I have worked in many areas including being a Nanny for 10 years caring for new born babies to 10 years of age, I also have experience in a Nursery Setting, in Primary Schools, Caring for Special Needs Children, and now Childminding. I provide healthy home cooked meals and snacks for the children.

A home form home Ofsted registered childminding service offering child care for children of all. I have a secure and private garden to allow outdoor play. 

I believe that routine and opportunities for children to interact and socialise with other children are vital to a young child's development and to prepare then for school and I incorporate the EYFS into all activities and outings which children will be regularly taken on to stimulate and encourage learning and development. 

 Accepts free child places. 

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At Tyneview, ensuring that pupils achieve their full potential is of paramount importance and a key aim is to develop a firm partnership between home and school so that this can be achieved.

Our Vision Statement

Tyneview Primary School – where everyone is valued. Committed to maximising potential by developing positive attitudes in an atmosphere of mutual respect, inclusion and enjoyment.

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I provide a warm and friendly atmosphere to all children whatever race, culture or gender and ensure safety at all times.  Children have access to a broad range of resources, play opportunities and activities.  I work in partnership with parents and use the framework Birth to Five Matters effectively to involve children and further their development.  I also provide all meals, snacks and drinks which contain a range of different nutrients, fruit and vegetables and meet the needs of cultural and religious practices.

Shooting Stars offer high quality early years childcare and education from birth to 5 years. We also offer a wrap around care service for school aged children as well as a specialized 'Super Stars' (aged 5 - 11 years) holiday club.  With highly experienced and qualified staff, including a fully qualified early years teacher to teach the 'Big stars' (aged 3 - 4 years)