**Ask me about Funded hours
It is extremely important to me that I provide high-quality care and that everyone involved is happy with the service I provide. I work hard to ensure I am meeting the needs of every child and supporting them with all aspects of their care, learning, and development. I regularly undergo training and keep up to date with current guidelines and legislation.
It is essential that I review my care service to check that the methods I use are working and I am meeting the requirements and expectations of all children and their families. It is very important also that I include children and families in the evaluation process and take on board any suggestions for improvement.
I complete a Self-Assessment / Self-Evaluation Form to review my service and highlight any areas that require to be changed or improved. This evaluation/form covers the following aspects; Service user participation, Quality of care and support, Quality of environment, and Quality of management and leadership.
In addition to this Self-Assessment / Self-Evaluation Form, I like to use the following methods to review my service and look for ways in which I can improve:
Regularly discuss all aspects of my service with children and families.
Meet and share ideas with other childminders and childcare professionals.
Follow childminding forums and social media groups for support and inspiration.
Invite families to participate regularly and encourage them to contribute ideas. This can be either through discussion or by writing comments or suggestions in children’s contact diaries, learning folders/care plans.
Regularly observe and listen to children. Take on board their ideas and include them wherever possible in activity planning.
Issue service quality questionnaires to both children and families to collect feedback. Any issues or concerns raised will be dealt with immediately.
If you have any ideas or suggestions, I would be very happy to discuss them with you.