Provides a safe, happy and fun environment for children to learn and develop. Daily outings and trips to various places such as the library, Zoo, parks and beaches.

Qualifications and Training: Qualified Nursery Nurse with many years of experience.  Attends on going training.

Ofsted grade: Good

Who to contact

Telephone : 01803 663286, 07814011073

E-mail : ljc73@hotmail.co.uk

Where to go

Address : Paignton

Postcode : TQ3

Notes : Near to Paignton train and bus station

Other Details

Availability

Age Ranges : From 0 years 0 months to 8 years 11 months

Inclusion Information

Wheelchair Access

Has Provision : No

Special Needs

Has Provision : Yes

Details : Portage training Behaviour management training

Childcare Information

Vacancies

Details : Contact provider for vacancy details.

Funded Places

2 year old funding : Yes

Opening Times & Facilities

Opening Times

School Pickups

Offers pickups : Yes

Schools : Galmpton CofE Primary School

Details : Pick up only from Galmpton CofE Primary School

Ofsted Information

Ofsted URN: EY395804

Link to latest and historical ofsted inspection reports 

Local Offer

SEN Information

What special education provision is available at our setting?

I will discuss with parents how I canbest support their child and will access any additional training needed. I have also attended Portage training and continue to attend ongoing childcare courses, enabling me to support the children in my care.

What criteria must be satisfied before children and young people can access this provision/service?

I follow the guidance as laid out in the equalities act 2010 and provide a childcare service for all children aged 0 to 11years. Parents are welcomed into my setting to discuss their Childs individual needs and how I can best support them. Once we have established the Childs needs I will then discuss with the parents any relevant training or resources I my need to access.

How do we identify the particular special educational needs of a child or young person?

I will follow the guidance set out in the SEND code of practice and I will discuss with the parents how I can best support their Childs special educational needs. If the child attends other setting or receives professional support from other agencies, I will ask the parents permission to contact all others and aim to work together in supporting their Childs special educational needs. The information that I gather from parents/ cares and other professionals before the child starts will enable me to offer the correct support the child needs and access any additional training or resources’.

How do we consult with parents and/or children and young people about their needs?

I welcome all families into my setting to meet and have a look around. I offer a settling in period where parents and child can visit a few times before they are due to start. This enables us all to become more familiar with each other and helps the transition process for the children. I will share information with the parents and encourage them to do also e.g. daily diary, verbal exchange, Learning diary, Learning and development book and termly reports and observations.

What is our approach to teaching children and young people with special educational needs?

I have an equal Opportunities/ inclusion policy and procedure for all parents to access. I ensure all children are treated equally. A child with special educational needs will be supported and treated as an equal. Once the Childs addition need have been confirmed I will provide the appropriate resources, support and care for the child.

How can we adapt our curriculum for children and young people with special educational needs?

I will discuss with parents and other agencies how we can best support the child. I implement and adapt the EYFS curriculum accordingly to the Childs individual needs.

How will we ensure we get the services, provision and equipment that children and young people need?

I can call on supportof Torbay’s early years Advisory Teacher and other professionals throughout Torbay, for guidance and specialist equipment. Unfortunately having made every possible effort to meet the Childs individuals need their may be an occasion when I am unable to do so.

How is this provision funded?

I am a self employed Ofsted registered childminder and parents /carers pay for there child to attended my setting. I am able to accept government funding, which entitles parents to 15 hours a week funding in term time only and Local Authority additional funding.

What additional learning support is available for children and young people with special educational needs and how do they access it?

If additional support was needed I would look for other support from e.g.

• Speech and Language specialist
• Health visitor
• Torbay Early years team
• Portage support
• Social worker
• Support worker

How do we support and improve the emotional and social development of children and young people with special educational needs?

I have a positive approach to behaviour management and feel it is very important to work with parents to best support their child. I have completed training on e.g.

• Behaviour management
• Thrive introduction
• Portage workshop

How do we support children and young people with special educational needs moving between phases of education and preparing for adulthood?

If a child is e.g. Starting school Moving to another settingStarting pre-school or leaving my setting With the

• Starting school
• Moving to another setting
• Starting pre-school or
• leaving my setting

With the parents permission I will share my transition procedure with all other providers ensuring the child has a smooth transition into there new setting. I will share all knowledge and written information regarding the Childs development with parents and new provider.

What other support is available for children and young people with special educational needs and how can they access it?

I will research and share information with parents regarding any other services they may require. I also provide leaflets and promote events and services within my community.

What extra-curricular activities are available for children and young people with special educational needs?

I would discuss with the parents any additional places I could visit that would support their Childs development.

How do we assess and review progress towards agreed outcomes, and how are parents, children and young people involved in this process?

Iweeklyassess and review the progress of the child,sharing all information with the parents and other professionals. This enables me to discuss and highlight any need for change or additional support for the child.

How do we assess the effectiveness of our special needs provision and how are parents, children and young people involved in this assessment?

I share information with parents regarding theirChilds development and encourage them to respond and provide feedback, so we can review and move forward with supporting the Childs needs.I also link weekly with other childminders for support and I keepup to date on any new legislation.

How do we ensure that teaching staff and other staff have the expertise needed to support children and young people with special educational needs?

I attend and keep up to date on any relevant training.This will benefit the children and provide a better service.

How do we keep parents informed where children and young people have special educational provision but do not have an Education Health and Care Plan?

I keep my parents informed about their child’s development bye e.g.

• Discussions daily
• Daily diary
• My learning and development document
• Learning diaries
• Term reports

How can parents, children and young people make a complaint about our provision?

I would always encourage the parent to discuss any worries or concerns they may have with me in person or if preferred over the phone.I do have a written complaints procedure and the Ofsted details are clearly on display for parents whom wish to contact them.

How can parents, children and young people get more information about the setting?

I advertise my business on the Torbay family information website and it gives parents a brief description of the service and opening times I offer.