SueFinanceManager

Good afternoon gentle folk

louby loo I feel quite exhausted after reading all that lol

Survived my fun but very busy weekend last week so looking forward to a much quieter one this weekend. 

Have fun whatever you end up doing and hope the sun shines for you although the thunderstorm and big rain we had yesterday made hubby happy as he got a night of watering the veggies ⛈️

Looking like another nice weekend weather wise here and after a very quiet weekend at home last weekend, like buses all my social events have arrived this weekend!!!

Drinks with friends this evening hopefully in their lovely little courtyard garden

Late lunch in the pub with friends tomorrow

Sunday lunch with relatives 

Hosting lunch in my garden Monday with my bestie who has come home from Canada after 21 years - it is so nice to have her back in the same time zone lol

Think my diet is going to take a pasting this weekend 😆🤦‍♀️

Better try and up my step count next week and only eat the cucumbers we are growing as they get ready to pick 😆

Have fun whatever you are up to and enjoy the sun xxx

@Butternut

Sadly I cannot answer your question but when you were talking about a new qualification checker I thought I would look it up to share in case others have not seen it.

Early years managers can now use the new Check an early years qualification digital service to quickly verify whether staff qualifications meet the requirements for staff:child ratios in England.

The new service can be accessed at https://check-an-early-years-qualification.service.gov.uk/?utm_source=bedford&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=la

This free GOV.UK tool allows managers to check a qualification’s approval status by entering key details such as:

At the end of the process, a clear outcome is provided, which can be printed for your records.

Why use the new service?

Using the new Check an early years qualification service:

The service is tailored specifically for early years managers. All other user groups (for example practitioners) should continue to use the Early Years Qualifications List (EYQL) to check qualifications, and contact our supplier Ecctis if they are unable to find the qualification on the EYQL.

The Check an early years qualification service is for qualifications achieved in the UK. Holders of non-UK qualifications should continue to contact our supplier Ecctis for an assessment.

If you need help using the service you can contact DfE.

Thank you for your continued support of the sector.

Oh Mouse that is so cute.....you should be on Sewing Bee - do you watch it?  I never cease to be amazed that these people that go on these programs like Sewing Bee and Bake off don't seemed to have done their homework and tried lots of different tasks/recipes in readiness for what is thrown at them lol

 

Childminding UK - Early Years Conference 2025
Inspiring Minds
Saturday 18th October 2025 • Hilton Hotel, Northampton

Sponsored by Tapestry 

A vibrant day of learning, connection and inspiration designed especially for childminders! Whether you're looking for fresh ideas, professional development, or just a chance to recharge with like-minded professionals, this is a day not to be missed!  

For a full list of speakers and how to book click here 

aa vibrant day of learning, connection and inspiration designed especially for childminders! Whether you're looking for fresh ideas, professional development, or just a chance to recharge with like-minded professionals, this is a day not to be missed! vibrant day of learning, connection and inspiration designed especially for childminders! Whether you're looking for fresh ideas, professional development, or just a chance to recharge with like-minded professionals, this is a day not to be missed!

Morning 

Beautiful weather here in Lewes and looking like I will be doing some early dog walks over the weekend before it gets too hot.

My hubby is golfing Saturday and Sunday so some nice quiet time - me, the dog and my audiobook while I dog walk and then potter round the house/garden.

Enjoy your weekends whatever you get up to peoples 💗

Morning sunnyday

Beautiful morning here 🌞  I am working from home today and have all the doors open so nice breeze although my daft black dog is laying on the patio in the full sun! Seriously he is a proper sun worshipper and lays there until he is so hot and panting 🤦‍♀️

Fun weekend in prospect including a 60th birthday BBQ on Saturday and dog walk on the Sunday. Not doing any chores lol 

Have fun whatever you end up doing in this lovely sunshine 💟

Hi

Please follow this link Dorking Nursery School - Early Years Courses and Events to access details of courses being offered this summer by the Dorking Nursery school

Sue

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On 17/05/2025 at 17:17, Cait said:

I do hope you ask very loudly where the ‘tapestry’ is, and point out that the display piece is just an embroidery 🤣🤣🤣🤭

My friend I was with kept saying how lovely he thought the Canterbury embroidery was as it was made in Canterbury!  I have to say it was fascinating but the museum is shutting for refurbishment in Aug 25 and will not reopen until Oct 27 so you will not be able to see it for 2 years!  I do worry for the cafes etc in Bayeux as apart from the embroidery and the cathedral there is not a lot of other things for visitors to see.

Good afternoon gentle folk

I am feeling a little demob happy as today is my last day in the office for a week - off to Normandy next week with friends and very excited.  Visiting Monet's Garden and the Bayeux Tapestry in between eating and drinking far too much I am sure lol 

Have a good weekend and enjoy another May bank holiday weekend at the end of next week 😊

Take care xxx

Ahh how lovely and belated birthday to you x

Hi all
 

@Mouseketeer delighted to hear your little one has arrived all safe and sound 💟  

The weather is fab here in Sussex although it is suppose to be a little cooler at the weekend - I have my niece staying and she has requested a stomp on the downs so that will suit me if it is a little cooler especially as I would like to take the dog with us.

Have fun whatever you all do with your long weekends x

Hi @chloemorgan 

The partially deleted status is now live on Tapestry - please see Emily's post above.

Tutorial can be found here to help you 

@Mouseketeer Any News 🐣 - Really hope all is well.

Easter weekend flew by with 2 days of lovely weather and 2 of ok/bit chilly weather 

Managed to see most of the family over the weekend either in real life or via FaceTime so that was nice.

Hubby and I shared one normal sized bar of Lindt Hazelnut chocolate so were were very good on the chocolate front - bottles of wine??? Maybe not so much 🤣

Have a good short week one and all xx

Ahh sunnyday - sorry you are poorly......sending love and bestes get well wishes xx

How is it Friday again?????  Seriously the time goes so fast it makes my head spin sometimes.

Cold and bright here too, hoping the weather lasts for at least Saturday & Sunday morning as meeting friends and we are planning a wander round Arundel Saturday and staying in Littlehampton overnight so will be walking out for brunch Sunday morning ..... might need the fresh air and there is wine on the agenda 🍷

Lovely news Zigzag - I love being a nanny although as I am in Sussex and he is in Lancashire it is not so easy - thank goodness for facetime!

Have fun weekends one and all and fingers crossed for fine weather for those of you inclined to garden 😬

Afternoon all

Miserable murky day here again......please spring can you just get an earlier train and arrive now!!!!

Very quiet weekend pottering about planned and if this weather does not cheer up so I can get out to walk the dog the ratio of under the duvet to out of the duvet may be very narrow lol

Take care and have fun whatever to all do xx

Hi Trekker

You need to have a crafty member of staff that could whizz them up on a sewing machine as they are only a rectangle sewn on 3 sides I guess.
Maybe stupid suggestion but could you use large zip & seal type bags that you could then write names on or do they have to be big enough for a pillow too?  Sorry never worked in a setting with beds so not sure what bedding needed.

Sue x

Morning all

Cold old January here in Lewes.  The snow on Wednesday came thick and fast about 4pm and any grit that had been on the roads had been washed away by rain and it caused chaos on the roads round here 😱

The roads are now clear but the snow is laying on the downs as it has been so cold since and so the downs look very pretty.

I have a quiet weekend planned thank goodness....still trying to get over having had a house full for 2 weeks over the christmas holidays lol

Take care all of you and keep warm
Sue x

Hi trekker

Sadly I cannot answer your question I just wanted to say hello and how nice it was to see you on the forum again...it has been a little while.

Hopefully some of the gang will be along to answer your question soon but just wanted to say hi 😊

Sue 

Hi

There are some other conversations on the forum that might give you some ideas here 😊

On 18/10/2024 at 09:50, louby loo said:

When can we mention the 'c' word?   I love the thinking and planning, like looking up new menus etc, trying a few things, 'thinking' about all the crafty cards 'could' make - but never actually do...even though I buy the resources needed! 😂 (any excuse to visit a craft shop!)

Go for it!!!! You have my blessing with jiggle bells attached 🎅 💗

We are delighted that they made you smile 💗
All our Love

Sue 

Hi Juliekb 

Welcome to the forum 😊

Glad you have worked it out but do ask if you have anymore questions.

Sue 

@louby loo all done for you x