Sheppard
Childminder in Borough Of Merton
Female Member since May 2014 Last Updated May 2025 Last Login 03 Jun 2025
My Summary
About Me
Hi, I'm Steph an Ofsted registered childminder living in West Wimbledon SW20 0UG. I live with my husband julian, and we have three children. Liam, 34, no longer living at home. Madison, 19 currently studying Psychology at St Mary’s university, and Sam who is 16. Our home is a warm, loving, fun environment hoping that each child feel they are home from home. I attend the local playgroups two to three times per week, regular park visits. and other outdoor activities. I follow the EYFS on all babies and toddlers by tracking and observing each child. Ofsted graded good. I’m Located right next to West Wimbledon Primary School, offering drop off and after school care. 7 min walk to Raynes Park Station or 5 mins from 131 bus stop. I accept childcare vouchers. And government funding. References available. I have remained opened for all my keyworkers children during the Corona Virus Pandemic.
My Experience
Apart from raising three children of my own. I have been childminding a 13 years now and looked after many children of all ages. The longest I have cared for the same child is 12 years who is still with me. checkable references!
My Qualifications
First aid certificate, this is renewed every 3 yrs
Cache level 3 certificate in childminding
Safeguarding/ child protection training certificate
Working with children with special educational needs
Liability insurance
Ofsted registered
Early years training.
My Availability
Full time space for a baby or toddler
Part time or school drop off pick up available from now. West Wimbledon Primary School only.
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
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| Before School | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
| Morning | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no |
| Afternoon | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no |
| After School | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no |
| Evening | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Overnight | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Last Updated: 26/05/2025 | |||||||
My Fees
- Childminding from £9.00 per hour
£9.00 per hour, full day £75.00
My Local Schools
- I provide drop offs and pick ups at West Wimbledon Primary School
My Ofsted Inspections
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My Documents
- Ofsted Certificate (added 10/09/2024)
Reviews
5 out of 5
Latest reviews
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We have had the pleasure of having Stephanie as our childminder for the past two years, caring for our son from the age of 22 months. From our first meeting, I felt confident that she was the right choice for our family.
Stephanie is a beautiful person—loving, caring, and gentle. Our son was very attached to me at the time, but her kind approach helped him settle in quickly. They formed a strong bond, and he began eating better at her place than at home!
He attended two full days a week, from 8 am to 6 pm, and enjoyed a variety of activities: playgroups, library visits, soft play, playgrounds, farm trips, and picnics. These experiences helped him develop good habits—he now says “sorry,” “thank you,” and “excuse me” in the right context. Being around children of different ages also improved his communication skills.
Stephanie created a warm, family-like environment with birthday and Christmas parties that made everyone feel included.
We only left because we moved to a new area and our son started nursery. If we could, we would have stayed with Stephanie forever.
We are truly grateful for everything she has done for our family.
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Diana
on 03/06/2025
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