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Tara Malton

Childminder

I am an experienced childminder, graded 'Outstanding' by Ofsted on THREE inspections, which is a rare and unique achievement. My setting, TotalCare Childminding, offers a bespoke childminding packaged tailored to each family and their individual needs.  I offer flexible opening hours and will work around shift patterns wherever possible. I have a wide range of knowledge and experience of looking after children of varying ages and abilities. I would say that I am very adaptable to improve the service I can offer each family. My setting includes a large dedicated playroom, with a range of toys and play activities for each age of child.  The playroom leads directly to the garden which has a large area for the children which is unique in that there is a very large undercover all weather play area (to allow the children to play in every single type of weather should they wish to do so) as well as 'normal garden area with a pirate ship, slide, rockers and other toys'.  We undertake many activities and I love to bake with the children - we also do lots of other arts and crafts, role play, Happy Land, and much much more. I am an approved ECaT (Every Child a Talker) setting and am able to use communication methods adapted to each child and their individual needs. I am able to offer your child the same government funded place for 2, 3 & 4 year olds that a nursery can offer, subject to my Funding Policy. If you are interested in finding out more about my setting and any vacancies that I have please do not hesitate to contact me.

3 & 4 year old funding

Who to contact

Name
Tara Malton
Position
Childminder
Telephone
07717256425
Email
totalcarechildminding@gmail.com
Website
http://www.totalcarechildminding.co.uk
Social Media
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Venue Details

Postcode
IP32
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Venue Email
totalcarechildminding@gmail.com
Venue Website
http://www.totalcarechildminding.co.uk/
Parking available
Yes
Parking details
Parking outside the property is always easily available
Transport
On main bus route to town
Notes

On main bus route with several stops close by. Easy access to train station. Easy access to A14

 

 

30 Hours Extended Entitlements

Registered to provide 30 Hours?
Yes

Vacancies

Last updated
04/07/2023
Other information
Please contact Provider to check for current or future availability

Days & times

Monday to Sunday:  - 

Inclusive Provisions

Wheelchair access
No
Cultural provisions
Yes - This setting complies with all equalities legislation.
Individual dietary needs
Yes - I have catered for many different dietary needs including vegetarian, restricted, Muslim and other diets (including those relating to medical conditions such as coeliac and milk intolerant). I offer a healthy eating setting - please feel free to discuss your needs directly with me.
Recent experience of supporting children with additional needs
Yes - I have experience of children with a variety of specific additional needs. I am a qualified SENCO. I am aware of asthma and epi pen issues. I have completed TinyTalk baby signing and Makaton signing. I would undertake further training should it be necessary to help me care for any child in the future.
Specific additional needs this setting has experience of
ADD (Attention Deficit Disorder)
ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder)
Asthma
Autistic spectrum
Challenging Behaviour
Communication difficulties
Eczema
Emotional needs
Epilepsy
Global Delay
Hearing Difficulties
Learning difficulties
Physical impairment
Reflux
Serious allergy
Severe dietary needs
Social development impairment
Speech and language difficulties

Costs

Details
Please contact provider for more information on costs

Other Details

Facilities
Accessible parking, Adventure play area, Arts and crafts, Baby facilities, Climbing frame, Close to parks, Computer, Enclosed outdoor play area, Equipment for all ages, Games consoles, Garden, Healthy eating, Kitchen, Out-door play, Outdoor play equipment, Playroom, Private changing area, Quiet area, Sensory play equipment, Sleeping area, Slide, TV, TV - DVD, Take children on outings, Vegetable patch
School pickups
Howard Community Primary School (Bury St Edmunds)
Tollgate Primary School (Bury St Edmunds)
Further information about pick-ups
Please contact me for further information
Cater for over 8s
Yes
Age Range
From 0 Year(s) 0 month(s)
To 14 Year(s) 0 month(s)
Age Groups
Children (5-11)
Notes

I am able to cater for a range of additional needs (both medical and dietary) and have a great deal of experience with this - please feel free to contact me directly to discuss your individual requirements

Ofsted Information

Ofsted URN
EY217647
Link to latest ofsted inspection report 
Inspection history
Inspection History
Inspection DateInspection typeInspection Outcome
19/09/2006CareOutstanding
23/09/2009Inspection (Early Years Register)Outstanding
25/02/2016Inspection (Early Years Register)Outstanding
14/10/2021Inspection (Early Years Register)Good

Support for people with disabilities

Experience of including people with special educational needs and disabilities

I am an experienced childminder and a qualified SENCo and have undetaken Makaton and Babysigning courses as well as ECaT training.  I offer a flexible and individual childminding service which is fully adapted to each child's individual needs.  I have experience to date of children on the autistic specrum, with communication and learning difficulties and with specific health needs.  I would be willing to undertake extra training specific to a particular child and their needs.

 

 

All children attending my childminding setting are monitored and observed in accordance with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).  Any concerns regarding development are discussed directly with parents/carers (as well as any other professionals that may already be involved with the child).  A 2 year development check will be undertaken on all children at the setting, close to reaching their second birthday.  I meet with all parents/carers at least twice a year (more frequently at either parents/carers request, or if there is a known SEND for their child) when we discuss their child’s Learning Journey and their progress over time. Where a child has additional needs an Individual Education Plan (IEP) will be written which I will then agree with the parents/carers to ensure our goals for their child are measureable and achievable.  This will then be reviewed to discuss what impact the support has had on the child and what should be put in place next.  A series of IEPs may be necessary for a child over several years, or just over a short period of time – as each child is an individual there is no set requirement.  I have a Working in Partnership Policy and Communication Policy in place within the setting.

 

I will support each child to the best of my ability.  I work, at times, with an assistant, and try to structure my day to allow for one to one times with the children.  I help to build confidence and self esteem in each child, helping them to become secure emotionally and physically.  I offer reassurance to parents/carers whenever possible and ensure they are kept informed as much as possible with regard to their child and their individual progress.

 

I believe in ‘child led’ play so that learning is based around each child’s interest – I then support, extend and encourage them in their play.  Each child has individual planning undertaken each term, which is agreed with their respective parent/carer, providing their next steps and goals.  I also plan for each child to undertake various activities if they wish to do so (adult led play) and I ensure that they are observed under the EYFS Framework to meet their Early Learning Goals by the end of Reception Year at School. https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/early-years-foundation-stage-framework--2

Observations on each child allow for next steps and assessments to be made, which in turn can highlight areas of development that may need to be focussed on – planning will then be implemented within these areas of learning and development.

 

Where English is not a child’s first language I will work with my Local Authority to access resources to support the child in my setting.

 

My setting has a range of resources which the children can access and I also use a local toy library as necessary to enhance my setting and to offer the children access to different resources.  My setting is a semi-detatched 4 bedroom house, with a purpose built playroom leading to a fully enclosed rear garden.  There are a few different levels within the garden, as well as from the main door to the house and the house to the rear garden – this would not make it suitable for a wheelchair – if there was a need for wheelchair access this is something that would be carefully considered for adaptation at the time.

 

Each child’s well-being is very important within the setting and I offer an inclusive setting.  There are daily visual risk assessments, with any risks written up accordingly.  Broken toys are removed immediately – I have various policies for parents/carers to view regarding these aspects of my setting in my Policy Folder.  Outings are also covered within my Risk Assessment Policy.

 

I am trained in Paediatric First Aid, as is my assistant.  All medication is stored and any medication given is documented accordingly.  All adults (people over 16) in the house have undergone a CRB/DBS check.  I also undertake Safeguarding courses regularly, as does my assistant.  I am happy to undertake further training whenever the opportunity arises and have undertaken many courses including Allergy Awareness and Autism, as well as becoming the SENCo (Special Education Needs Co-ordinator) for my setting.

 

Photographs are taken of children and shared in line with my Photographs and Observations Policy which all parents/carers view before signing my Photograph Permission Consent Form.

 

I have a strong network support from local childminders as I am the Vacancy Co-ordinator and a Committee Member of the Bury St Edmunds Childminding Group.  I am also the founder of the facebook group Independent Suffolk Childminders https://www.facebook.com/groups/127484724119450/?fref=ts who aim to support all childminders locally in Suffolk, to network together, share information on courses and local training, etc.  I am aware that I can access information from Suffolk County Council and seek advice from other professionals should the need arise (and parents/carers would sign a Consent Form to allow for this).

 

For children moving on from my setting to another, transitions are fully supported.  I am also happy to offer ‘settling in’ sessions to new children to the setting.  I am more than happy for Primary School teachers to visit my setting as well as the child’s home environment and to discuss the child and their Learning Journey and individual needs with me.

 

I provide Government funded early years education places for eligible 2 year olds, as well as 3 and 4 year olds, if the parents/carers wish to use this at my setting.  I am also aware that additional funding may be able to be claimed for children with SEND.

 

 

I believe strongly in working together with parents/carers and have an ‘open door’ policy in that I am always available to talk with parents/carers about their child, any concerns, to share progress and milestones, and to generally be a positive impact on their child whilst they are in my setting (and hopefully beyond)

Contact
Tara Malton
Telephone
01284 760734
Email
totalcarechildminding@gmail.com
Conditions Supported
Autistic spectrum conditions
Communication difficulties
Health conditions
Learning difficulties

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