I am an Ofsted registered childminder and I attained my 4th 'Outstanding' grade at my last inspection which was in January 2020. I have two level 3 qualifications relating to childcare, and through training I have become an accredited childminder. I have been childminding for 22 years.

Registered with Ofsted with full/part time vacancies available. Rated good in March 2017.

Offering a range of activities including soft play, parks and National trust properties.

Facilities:

• large, fully enclosed front and back gardens
• outdoor play equipment including climbing frame, swings, play house and slides as well as equipment suitable for early years including cars, smaller slides, swings and sand/water play area
• purpose built play room, used only for childminding purposes and containing a variety of toys and games from ages 0-12 as well as a quiet area for reading. Our reading area also has a wide variety of educational posters

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.

Latest Ofsted Inspection

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)

I provide a large playroom with a range of toys and activities for all ages and stages of development. I also have a large garden with a selection of outdoor toys for children to play with. 

At my setting, children can choose from a range of activities including play-dough, dressing up, arts and crafts, small world play, baking and much more. 

We go on outings every day to various places including parks, toddler groups, softplay, museums and the beach.