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Argyle House is an Independent Day School for pupils in the age range of 3 - 16 years of age.Registered for Tax Free Childcare.

Argyle House School

Who we are?We are a young parents’ project, offering education, support and training opportunities to young mothers and mothers to be, aged 16–20. Our groups offer the opportunity to further your education, develop self-esteem and parenting skills, whilst empowering young people to make positive life choices for themselves and their children.Our OFSTED registered nursery has been rated as Outstanding. We employ qualified nursery day care practitioners, who provide a high quality, caring environment that promotes appropriate play and learning opportunities for children of young parents accessing B2b+ Where are we based?We are a city wide provision based in the Ryhope Health Centre. Bus fares to and from the venue are reimbursed where appropriate. Who can refer?We accept referrals from a wide-range of professionals – Social Workers, Early Help, Schools and Colleges, Family Nurse Practitioners, Health Visitors &amp; Midwifes, GP’s, Housing, Connexions, Housing and Support Workers. Young parents can also self-refer. Benefits of attendingB2b+ enables young parents to make new friends and reduces social isolation, whilst developing personal skills. Our courses include Health &amp; Social Care, English and Maths, Incredible Babies/Toddlers; our Wellbeing group is facilitated by Young Person Washington MIND Counsellor.Personal development sessions include independent living skills, parenting, cookery, craft, safety awareness, family away days, messy play and swimming.

This provider will welcome all children and will work with parents and professionals to try to meet individual children’s needs.

B2b+ Young Parents

Banana Moon Sunderland

Eligible to offer free 2 year old childcare places. Gail has completed a childminding course and is a qualified crèche worker. She is registered to look after babies to school age children.  Her husband is an approved assistant.  She has completed all mandatory training including First Aid and Food Hygiene and all relevant childminding training and now has NVQ Level 3 in Children’s Care, Learning and Development and level 2 in Safeguarding children. She is a member of the toy library, Millie's Minders Support Group, Diamond Hall, Highfield Children's Centre and Elim Toddler Group. Each morning they attend a play session eg. toddlers, soft play or library.  Afternoons are spent at home with themed play, free play or outdoor play, the children like to choose for themselves.  Gail takes the children to and from school, offer home cooked meals and a large variety of activities, help with homework if needed.  Gail was graded 'Good' by OFSTED with 'Outstanding' in some areas.   Gail is registered for Tax Free Childcare.

Gail Barker (Gail's Daycare)

Helen is 34 and Ofsted registered Child Minder, recent Ofsted inspection: Good. Helen has undergone childminding training and has excellent knowledge of the early year’s foundation stage, making learning through play fun.  Helen has experience of working in both Schools and Nurseries when completing her GNVQ Health and Social Care course. Some time ago before Helen became a childminder, was a childminding assistant.  Helen comes from a large family including her parents, two sisters and one brother. From her teens Helen was always called upon for baby sitting from friends and family. Helen tries to make the experience at her home very enjoyable for the children in her care and has received excellent written comments/reviews from the children's parents. Helen really enjoys her job as she finds it very rewarding seeing the children in her care, grow, learn and progress. Helen and her partner, who is her assistant, have been together for eight years. Both have valid paediatric first aid and food hygiene certificates. They live in a smoke free environment, in Hastings Street, Hendon within 15 minutes walking distance to Sunderland city centre and very close to the beach. She has two cats, Jasmine and Milly (brother and sister). Helen currently has spaces available and looks after children from birth to teenagers.  Helen's home is warm, comfortable and welcoming. She gives children in her care a happy, safe, caring, educational and a playful place to be. As well as play activities. Helen focuses on children getting enough exercise during play. Helen and the children in her care go to parks, go on sensory beach walks, farms, museums. Also take part in nature walks looking out for animals such as squirrels, different kinds of birds on the way and nature quizzes for the older children. During the week Helen takes babies/toddlers to toddler groups so children socialise and develop friendships with the children who attend weekly as Helen feels this is a big part of children’s learning. There are always organised outings with the toddler group for example to farms, museums organised and funded activities. Helen has a large out door area where children can get involved in out door sensory fun activities including sand/water play, easel and messy play. The children plant and grow things in her sensory garden which has herbs and plants that produce fruits for example fig and strawberry. Helen has a large gazebo so children can play in the shade. In the summer, once children are old enough they can play in the paddling pool. Regular risk assessments are carried out of all out door activities. In the summer organised treasure hunts in the outdoor play area. During the week Helen organises age appropriate activities to help babies, toddlers and children learn and progress through play. A learning journal with photos is provided for parents. Examples crafts, painting playing and making play dough, cooking, messy play, story and nursery rhyme time activities that children are interested in. There is a variation of toys supplied to suite every age of children from birth to teens. Examples sensory toys, dress up, dolls, cars, musical instruments and books. Although Helen has confirmed hours and school runs, she is very flexible and will try to accommodate parent’s needs. Please contact her by phone, mobile text or e-mail. Recent parent references - Miss Bewick My children have been in the care of Helen since April 2011. Helen is accommodating to my needs and I cannot stress how professional she is at her job. The children love going to Helen's and a range of activities and outings are always on offer.Not only is Helen welcoming but she is a genuine and caring person. I am so pleased we decided to use Helen as our child minder, not only is my mind at rest whilst my children are in her care but I am confident we have made the right decision. Miss Young Helen and Jeff have made a big difference to my son’s life. They both helped me with potty training, Ashton’s speech, behaviour and other departments in Ashton’s life. There time keeping is brilliant and they are both very reliable. From day one I have felt safe with leaving my son with Helen and Jeff they are friendly and make sure I feel relaxed with everything they do with my son. Ashton has been a Hugh responsibility to them from March 2011 until August 2012 and they have never let me down or made me feel disappointed through out Ashton's time with them. It was heart breaking losing my job as I could no longer afford Ashton’s child care. They grew a lovely bond together and Ashton loves the other kids.I have a personal opinion of Helen and Jeff which, is they are lovely, kind and caring people. I couldn’t ask for better care for my now 3 year old son. Certificates<ul><li>Certificate of registration from Ofsted</li><li>Introduction to child minding practices</li><li>Learning the Early years Foundation Stage</li><li>Safeguarding Children</li><li>Level 2 food Hygiene</li><li>BTEC GNVQ Health and Social Care</li><li>Up -to-date CRB checks for herself and her partner</li><li>All up to date policies - risk assessments contracts</li><li>EYFS</li></ul>

Helen Nicola Callaghan (Helen's Little Angels)

Katie has 16 years experience as a Nursery Nurse (Snr) and holds a NNEB Diploma, also having attended First Aid, Childminder and Safeguarding courses.She has worked in Nurseries across Newcastle and the Sunderland area, from private to Sure Start settings. Katie has worked with children from 5 months – 8 years and covered the EYFS, observing the children and planning for each individual child, extending their learning by introducing words, objects and resources during play and changing toys or visiting our environment so children can experience and explore safely.Katie has had input with children in Social Care and worked closely with Health Visitors, Social Workers, Family Support, etc and helped parents/carers on certain subjects, ie behaviour, healthy eating, social behaviour and interacting, this has not only helped them but also their child (praises and certificates).Katie does lots of messy play (from a young age) and has a good selection of resources from sensory baskets, building blocks, sand/ water, painting etcDaily diaries are used for younger children, these get passed to parents at the end of each session. Katie carrys outlearning journals with lots of photos showing you how they are having fun ! (these are yours to keep)Katie uses text messaging during the day for reassurance to parents and the odd photos.Sleep cushions are available for children who need a sleep, also a travel cot for younger children in a quiet room.Katie also visits Children's Centre settings, toddler groups, parks,  beach and the shops on a daily basis, using double pushchair, buggy boards or reins depending on ability.Drinks and snacks are included in the fee. Breakfast and tea is an extra charge. Parents supply hot/cold pack lunch.

This provider will welcome all children and will work with parents and professionals to try to meet individual children's needs.

Katie Mae Crake

Located near Sunderland City centre, the nursery is split into rooms depending on the age group and stage of development. Each room will have direct access to large, well-equipped and challenging gardens which have been designed to suit the age groups that use them. As an extra addition to the curriculum, children at Kids 1st Sunderland are able to participate in lots of extra curricular activities and will be taken out on visits throughout the year. We love to involve our parents through regular parents’ social evenings and play days; at these events you will meet with your child’s key person who will talk to you about your child’s development. A complimentary ‘Coffee to Go’ breakfast service is available for all Kids 1st parents every morning. This provider is registered for Tax Free Childcare.

Kids 1st Ashbrooke

Kids Planet Ashbrooke Day Nursery provides childcare for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years. The nursery is open 51 weeks of the year from 7.45am - 5.45pm, Monday - Friday. The Nursery offers free childcare places to eligible 2 year olds, 15 hours free childcare to all 3-4 year olds, and also 30 hours free childcare to qualifying 3-4 year olds. The setting is warm and homely, well equipped and has excellent indoor and outdoor facilities. It is based in the heart of Ashbrooke conservation area. A holiday club is also available for children aged 3-11, for outside of term time.

Kids Planet Ashbrooke

Loving and caring Childminder based in Silksworth, Sunderland, SR3 with over 20 years of childcare experience.  Please view my social media page 'Blue Heart Childminders' on Facebook &amp; Instagram.

This provider will welcome all children and will work with parents and professionals to try to meet the individual children's needs.

Lianne Gardner

Margaret is highly experienced in child minding and makes observations of children's progress and keeps records for parents and Ofsted to look at. She has a variety of toys and attends play groups, parks, libraries and also visits the farm. Margaret has completed training in :<ul><li>Safeguarding Children</li><li>Healthy Eating for Children First Aid (which I update every 3 years)</li><li>Health and Safety</li><li>The New EYFS Framework</li><li>ASD Awareness</li><li>CACHE Level 3 in Childminding Practice</li><li>An Introduction to EYFS Setting the Standards</li><li>EYFS - Developing and Extending</li><li>An Introduction to EYFS (NCMA) - An Awareness Raising Session for Childminders</li><li>Current Changes to Ofsted Regulations</li><li>ASD Awareness</li><li>Childminder Quality Improvement</li><li>Awareness of  Child Abuse and Neglect</li><li>Level 2 Award in Food Safety and Catering</li><li>Early Language Development Programme</li><li>Common Assessment Framework</li><li>Administering Medication for Childminders</li><li>Childminder Quality Improvement Group</li><li>SENCo Course for Childminders</li><li>Drugs and Alcohol</li><li>Paediatric First Aid</li></ul>Margaret continues to attend training courses to further her knowledge.This provider is registered for Tax Free Childcare.

Margaret Clarke

Eligible to offer free 2, 3 &amp; 4 year old childcare places. From September 2024 funding for 9 month olds. Michelle is flexible with her days and hours and will try to accommodate everyone. She has a current first aid qualification.  Michelle also attends childminder and toddler groups and also soft play.  There are lots of outings to farms, parks, beaches, etc.  There is outside play both at home and at the groups.  There is also baking, messy play, sand and water play, books, computer, etc. Michelle is registered for Tax Free Childcare.

Michelle Angus (Cheekiechops Childminding)

Providing awareness and support for adults who have dyslexia and assisting adults where this is causing barriers in their daily life, such as finding work, liaising with professionals, engaging with their children and other family members. Criteria for accessLive in Sunderland area and experience barriers because of dyslexia. Diagnosis not essential. Universal servicesLiaising on behalf of or supporting a person with contacting other agencies to seek any additional support needed. Signposting to other appropriate agencies with whom we are partners. Targeted services 1-1 Tailored support to adults who experience dyslexia, for example:<ul><li>Dyslexia awareness</li><li>Literacy skills</li><li>Confidence building</li><li>Self esteem</li><li>Coping strategies</li><li>Support in preparing for work, job searching or further training</li><li>Liaising with professionals</li></ul>Specialist servicesOffering free dyslexia awareness training and advice to professionals, volunteer staff, local agencies and other organisations, who work with people who may have dyslexia.

Social Inclusion and Dyslexia Project (SID)

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Special Olympics Sunderland supply coaching and training for youngsters with learning disabilities in swimming, judo, badminton and other sports.  We have qualified coaches in all sports.  Children and young people are encouraged to reach their full potential and enter competitions if they wish.  1-1 swimming lessons are available for age 6 years and over.Criteria for access All potential members must have a diagnosed learning disability and be aged 6 - 25 years.  All members are to be accompanied by a parent or carer.Targeted services Coaching and training for children and young people with a diagnosed learning disability.Cost to access services Fees of £4.00 per session and £20 annual membership.Please visit our website for more details.

Special Olympics Sunderland

Full Ophthalmology service providing for all ophthalmic conditions with the exception of ophthalmic oncology / retinal blastoma.  We cater for all ages from birth onwards.  Criteria for accessAll patients suffering from an ophthalmic related condition whether referred electively or as an emergency via our A&amp;E department.  Please visit our website for more details.

Sunderland Eye Infirmary Ophthalmology

The nursery has won 3 national and 7 regional business awards. We are the first nursery in the country to have both Investors in People, Investors in Children and National Day Nurseries Quality Counts. We are a large Victorian building set in the affluent area of Ashbrooke in Sunderland. We are in close proximity to 2 private schools and 4 local authority schools, one of which is Catholic.  The nursery has a large car park at the front of the building, and access to the nursery is via steps also to the front of the building, if assistance is required to enter the building there is a disability assistance button which links to the office. We are registered for 81 children. We have a highly qualified management team and our Manager has Early Years Teacher Status and the owner is a qualified teacher. All staff are qualified to a level 3 or above in childcare. All staff are Paediatric First Aid trained, have Food Hygiene and Allergy awareness certificates. This setting is registered for Tax Free Childcare.

This provider will welcome all children and will work with parents and professionals to try to meet individual children's needs.  Our SENCo and staff team work closely with other agencies, including Speech and Language Therapy, Educational Psychologists, the 'Autism Outreach Team', and other medical and health professionals. Parents are involved throughout the child's time at nursery, ensuring the best outcomes and opportunities are provided for the child.  We aim to provide a caring and supportive environment for both children and families, enabling us to provide for the needs of every child.

The Cedars Nursery Ltd. (Day Nursery)

Valley Road Academy provides early education places for 2, 3 and 4 year olds. Places for 2 year olds are dependent on families meeting the relevant eligibility criteria.

Full details of the school's Local Offer can be found in their 'Special Educational Needs Information Report' which can be found on the school website.