About Us

Quality, educational, fun childcare for 0-11 years old.

Established 2003.

The Playden Childminding

Manager/ Childminder: Melody Howard

Registered and accredited Childminder.

Experience of working with children with: allergies, special needs, English as an additional

language.

Other qualifications & experience:

BTEC National Diploma in Childhood studies

Teaching assistant ( for 4 years at Cliff Park Infant school- reception class)

Work experience in a nursery, Special care baby unit and as a nanny as part of Btec course

Level 3 Certificate in Childminding Practice

First Aid and Safeguarding Children training

I work with Assistants

I have demonstrated to Ofsted that the premises are safe and secure. We are regularly inspected.

The annex where I childmind from is solely for childminding. It has a kitchen, large Playroom, bathroom and garden.

Open Monday- Friday 8am-5.30pm

Free funded places for 2-4 year olds

Out of school care

Wide range of toys/ equipment/ activities for all ages

Secure access to outside area

Early Years Foundation Stage Education

Bright & cheerful surroundings

Book area

Quiet area

Homely, caring & friendly environment

Close to Cliff Park Schools

Dedicated Playroom

Nutritious meals & snacks available

References available

Quality care.

Funded or paid for childcare and EYFS education for 0-4's.

Before, After or School Holidays childcare including Cliff Park school runs.

Free places for school age children (entitled to means tested free school meals) during the Easter, Summer & Christmas school holidays.

What our parents are saying:

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