Amanda Austin Childminder - Child minder
This provider is registered with the Care Inspectorate Wales (CIW) or equivalent.
This provider was last inspected on: 03/02/2022
This provider is a child minder in Llandysul.
This provider has no vacancies for children aged between 6 months and 12 years. I don't have any vacancies at the present time although this can change due family circumstances changing. This can sometimes be a short notice. I I don't anticipate any vacancies being available until January 2026. I have a waiting list at the present time. .
This provider is registered for 10 places and is staffed for 10 places.
What we do
Registered childminder with more than 30 years experience.
NNEB qualified but updated training NVQ Level 3 in Children's Care Learning and Development.
NVQ Level 5 in Children's Care Learning and Development advanced practice.
Level 3 play work.
I have worked in Educational establishments during my career.
Updated training (ICP, DCP and ECP) and also studied Child psychology with the Open University.
I have completed on line training with Pacey ('Next Steps', introduction to Autism). I am working towards achieving the Cwlwm Silver Welsh Promise.
I offer home from home care for a small number of children, therefore, offering more individual attention.
I can be flexible for working families after discussion.
I attend local groups with the children and get out and about in the local area as much as possible.
I have a DBS. I am trained in Paediatric First Aid, Child Protection and Food Safety.
Who do we support
From 6 months old until 12 years old.
Can anyone use this service?
Anyone can use my service.
Opening Times and Costs
Our opening times and availability
We are available: All year round. Closed Bank Holidays
We can provide wrap around care.
| Monday | 08:00 | 17:30 |
| Tuesday | 08:00 | 17:30 |
| Wednesday | 08:00 | 17:30 |
| Thursday | 08:00 | 17:30 |
I aim to be flexible therefore hours are negotiable and discussed with parents although I do not offer care during weekends. I am not registered to offer overnight care in my setting.
Our costs
: 3.00
About
About our service
This service is provided in English with some bilingual elements.
| Provider has access to support and advice for Additional Learning Needs (ALN)
I can access Support and advice from the Ceredigion Early years ALN lead officer, Flying Start, Team around the family. |
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| Provider has a working knowledge of the ALN Act and Person Centred Planning approaches
I have recently received training regarding the ALN code of practice. |
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Staff have accessed relevant ALN/disability training in the last 2 years? I have recently received training to gain knowledge for the new ALN code of practice. |
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| Outside space
Wide range of outdoor equipment including a playhouse, mud kitchen and a tippee, and much more |
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| Will you use real nappies for children in your care?
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| Is the setting pet free?
We have one cat. |
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| Offers Flying Start provision?
Offers Flying Start provision alongside other provision |
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| Offers funded Foundation Phase Nursery places (three to four year old education) | |
| This service is part of the Childcare Offer Scheme | |
| This service accepts childcare vouchers | |
This service is registered with the Tax Free Childcare Scheme no |
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Able to provide emergency/short term care? |
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| Are you able to care for children whose main language is neither English nor Welsh? I do not speak any other languages but this does not prevent me offering care for families whose language in not English or Welsh. I am working towards the Welsh Active offer and currently working towards achieving the Cwlwm Silver Welsh Promise. |
Schools
We drop off at/pick up from these schools:
We do not drop off at/pick up from any other places.
Social information
Contact methods
Telephone: 01559 363893
Email: t40aja@gmail.com
Mobile phone: 07796087145
Social media
Accessibility
Accessible toilets
Accessible parking
Access by ramps/level access