Hello my name is Sandra Sheldon, I am positioned on the right in the first photograph on the right hand side, which was taken when I received a certificate from Her Majesty´s Chief Inspector for Ofsted, awarded for attaining an ´outstanding´ grade during my Ofsted inspection. This recognised my commitment and expertise in providing high quality childcare, you can read the full report here.

I am a qualified Nursery Nurse (N.N.E.B) and have been a registered childminder since 1994. I work from my home in Long Eaton, Nottingham and my setting is close to Junction 25 of the M1 and the A52 for easy access to Nottingham and Derby.

I thoroughly enjoy my work and this is reflected in my enthusiasm and energy. Numerous play resources are available in my setting and ´learning through play´ is constantly in evidence. The children and I have lots of fun together, we participate in many activities, including messy play, visits to toddler groups, outings and so much more. A child’s development is always encouraged and stimulated and the children ´blossom´ in the safe, stimulating environment provided.

Healthy, varied diets are important to children and I provide a hot nutritious meal daily, either at my home or in cafés and restaurants if we are on an outing. We eat fruit and vegetables every day and children are educated in making healthy choices regarding their diet. Meals and outings are provided at no extra charge and I offer an extremely competitive rate for my service.

I accept Busy Bees and Accor Childcare Vouchers.

I have completed all of the training courses required by Ofsted and other additional courses to enhance the service I provide. My first aid training is regularly updated.

Children settle quickly in my setting and develop warm relationships with each other. Everyone is a welcome participant in our busy, enjoyable day. If you would like your child to be part of our fun, giving you ´Peace of Mind´ during your working day, then please do not hesitate to call on (0115) 849 9168.

Sorry, but I do not have a full time vacancy until September 2009, however, I have limited vacancies available for school wrap around care. I provide this service for Parklands and Harringtons Schools.