Kim Wade
Childminder in Hemel Hempstead
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Female Member since Oct 2013 Last Updated Jun 2024 Last Login 31 May 2025
My Summary
About Me
My name is Kim, I am an Ofsted registered childminder. I live with my husband and three children aged 11,9 and 7 (February 2024).
I have my CACHE award in CYPOP5 (understanding how to set up a home based childcare service). I have an up to date paediatric first aid certificate. I complete regular training courses to keep myself current and expand my knowledge.
I am fun, reliable and committed. I enjoy spending time with children, exploring, playing and learning through enjoyable planned activities which helps our learning and development.
I aim to provide care in a home from home environment which is safe, fun and stimulating. I have a range of toys, books and activities to encourage learning through play. We do a range of activities from messy play, arts and crafts to baking. I have a safe and secure garden where we can explore being outdoors. I take the children on regular outings including, playgroups, the zoo, the local moor and parks. We like to visit places to help with our monthly theme. We love to learn through play and exploring.
I work alongside the EYFS (early years foundation stage) where I provide a learning journey and daily dairy for all children under 5. In the learning journeys I put observations and photos of their journeys in my care. This allows me to assess how they are developing and helps me plan how to help their progression in line with the EYFS.
I work in partnership with parents to provide the best possible care and help meet the needs of your child incorporating your wishes and opinions. I provide a monthly newsletter with the activities we have completed to ensure I keep you involved with your child's learning.
My Experience
I have been an Ofsted registered childminder for 8 years and was awarded ‘Good’ in my latest Ofsted inspection February 2024. I also have experience from being a mum to my three children aged 11, 9 and 7.
I continue to develop my skills professionally through training courses I complete through paceys (professional association for childcare and early years).
My Qualifications
I am an Ofsted registered childminder and a member of Pacey (professional association for childcare and early years). I have my CACHE award in CYPOP 5 (understanding how to set up a home based childcare service). I have an up to date paediatric first aid certificate.
Training courses completed:
- safeguarding
- FGM training
- level 2 basic food hygiene
- child exploitation and online safety
- level 2 data protection
- expectations of behaviour
- planning for next steps
- schemas
My Availability
Monday-Friday 7.30am-5.30pm (I can be flexible, timings to suit you anytime in between).
I can also provide school holiday care.
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| Morning | no | yes | no | yes | yes | no | no |
| Afternoon | no | yes | no | yes | yes | no | no |
| After School | no | yes | no | yes | yes | no | no |
| Evening | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Overnight | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Last Updated: 05/06/2024 | |||||||
My Fees
- Childminding from £6.50 per hour
Charge £6.50per hour. This includes all outings, snacks and meals.
My Local Schools
This childminder has not yet informed us whether or not they provide any drop off or pick up services at local schools.
My Ofsted Inspections
The inspection grades below have been obtained from the Ofsted website based upon the registration number the childminder has provided to us. You should verify this information yourself prior to using the childminder.
My Documents
- Ofsted Certificate (added 05/01/2021)
Reviews
5 out of 5
Latest reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Kim Wade. Please note that reviews represent the subjective opinions of other Childcare.co.uk members and not of Childcare.co.uk. Parents must carry out their own checks and references on childcare providers to ensure that they are completely happy before enaging in the use of their services.
My daughter has been with Kim for past one year. She loved everyone moment she spend with Kim. It's a home away from home. She has developed a lot of skills and learned new things through playing. Dancing and singing , playing they enjoy every minute of her time with Kim.
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