Kent House Childcare
Childminder in Beckenham
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Female Member since Nov 2014 Last Updated Oct 2024 Last Login 24 Nov 2024
My Summary
About Me
My name is Charlotte and I am a qualified Nursery practitioner. I am Ofsted Registered with over 14 years experience working with children. I am married with 3 children; my first child is a Law graduate, the second is an electrical engineer and the third child is in Primary school.
I enjoy looking after Early Years/Children and Young People. I take great pride and pleasure when doing my work.
All the children in my settings are paramount and that is why they are my first priority. I ensure at all times I implement the Early Years Frame Work into my settings.
Daily Activities:
I take the children to activities/groups on a daily basis, for example:
Sensory Play,
Messy Play
Circle time
Park
Toddler Group
Museum and many more.
-----------OFSTED Rated: (GOOD) July 2023
My Experience
Registered Childminder since 2014 and
have over 14 years experience working as a Nursery Nurse Practitioner.
13 years with the NHS working in the medical field of Mother and Baby Unit.
My location is approximately a 5 - 10 minutes walk from Kent House Train station and Clock House Train Station.
School pickup: Alexandra Infant, Cator Park, Harris Acadamy Kent house road Beckenham.
My Qualifications
Level 5 in Children & Young People Work force
LEVEL 2 Customer Care
CACHE Developing Children Numeracy Skills
CACHE EYFS Trained
CACHE Prevent Duty
CACHE Food Safety Level 2
CACHE Early Years Nutrition
Special educational needs
Health and Safety
First Aid
Level 2 in Safeguarding
OFSTED Inspection July 2023: GOOD
Please Note: Parents are welcome to read an original Ofsted report, this will be available during the interview for Parents to read and ask any questions.
My Availability
Mondays- Fridays from 8:00 -18:00 Flexibility can be discussed to accommodate your needs.
School Pick-up: Alexandra Infant, Cator Park, Harris Acadamy Kent House Rd Beckenham
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Before School | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
Morning | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
Afternoon | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
After School | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
Evening | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
Overnight | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
Last Updated: 07/10/2024 |
My Fees
- Childminding from £8.50 per hour
Fees
FT - 78
PT - 80
Settling rate: £8.50
Please call to discuss fees and make arrangements to view the settings.
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
- Training Certificate: Mental Well-being in Children & young people (added 03/01/2023)
- Training Certificate: Safeguarding Children Level 2 (added 03/01/2023)
- Training Certificate: Food safety and Hygiene (added 03/01/2023)
- Ofsted Certificate (added 07/08/2020)
- Exam Certificate: Nutrition in Early Years (added 29/04/2020)
- Training Certificate: Child protection level 2 (added 29/04/2020)
- Exam Certificate: Diploma in Children and Young People workforce (added 19/03/2018)
- DBS Check (added 19/03/2018)
Reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Kent House Childcare. Please note that reviews represent the subjective opinions of other Childcare.co.uk users 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.
Went to visit this childminder for my son and was initially interested in the setting. During my son’s first settling in session I was told to collect him earlier than planned as he was hysterical and wasn’t calming down. Upon collection he had snot all over his face, red in the face and it he appeared to be losing his voice from all the crying. As he wasn’t due to start for the next 2 and in a half weeks I decided to withdraw my son before he had even started as this was unusual behaviour from him. I was denied a refund despite asking for it within my 14 cooling period. I then discovered the supposed owner is not the owner of the nursery and she In fact goes by three different names so I don’t actually know whos care my son is in. I also discovered while doing further research that the nursery got ‘inadequate’ by Ofted last year. When trying to reach out to the owner I have since been blocked and she has been avoiding my calls and emails. Just save the hassle and find a different childminder.
by Ayanna about Kent House Childcare on 13/09/2024
Response by Kent House Childcare on 10/10/2024:
Dear Ayanna,
I would like clarify a few points you raised.
Firstly, it is quite common for children to cry during their first settling-in sessions, as they are adjusting to a new environment and unfamiliar people. We made several attempts to comfort your child using various methods, including the ones you suggested, such as cuddles, offering breadsticks, singing, and playing with toys. However, it is important to understand that trust takes time to build, and it is natural for children to initially resist comfort from people they don't yet know. Crying at the start is a normal part of the settling process, and most children adjust as they become familiar with the setting and staff.
We did ask you to collect your child early as he was clearly distressed despite our best efforts, which we felt was in his best interest at the time.
In regard to the deposit, the contract you signed clearly states that the deposit is non-refundable unless six weeks' notice of termination is given or at the end of the contract. Additionally, we do not offer a 14-day cooling-off period, as this is not an online purchase. These terms were provided to you prior to signing the contract, and we adhere to them for all families.
Lastly, the claim that the nursery received an 'inadequate' rating from Ofsted is incorrect. Our most recent Ofsted inspection, in May 2024, rated us as 'Good' across all areas.
Ayanna most of our children are siblings and we have good relationships between the parents, children and ourselves.
Ayanna you are asking us to refund your deposit after weeks of holding the space for your child in which could be given to another child.
We have gone beyond our usual practice to hold the space before and after, because you were unable to pay the deposit at instant. And because we declined to refund your deposit you choose to be malicious by writing the review above.
Ayanna you can’t expect us to change our contract to suit your own agenda because this wouldn’t be fair to the other parents.
Best wishes
Our daughter went to Charlotte’s nursery for over two years and we felt so comfortable with her being there. Charlotte is wonderful with children, and totally eased our fears about leaving our daughter with her - cuddling her to sleep when needed, and giving her so much love. The setting is really lovely and cheerful, with plenty of space for play. The garden is brilliant too, with a mud kitchen. And should mention what a great cook Charlotte is! Our daughter loved the food and we couldn’t compete at home ;)
by ClaraS about Kent House Childcare on 07/12/2023
Where to begin? Charlotte and her team have been warm, trustworthy and reliable from the moment we contacted her and met them all in person first-time. They have cared for our daughter over a year, and we are only moving on because she is going to preschool.
Our daughter settled in quickly with Charlotte and the team. It was very apparent to us that she felt completely at home at KHDN and became very attached to Janice. KHDN is a clean, warm and relaxed setting and our daughter looked forward to going there each day to see Charlotte and the team and her friends. We know it is because of the amazing care and love that was shown to her.
As first-time parents, Charlotte and the team has given us gentle, never intrusive advice to help our daughter grow and develop. The communication is excellent – info on the day’s activities, photos of my daughter’s days and the daily communication book are great (how she felt throughout the day, nap times, what she has eaten – always healthy meals and nappies changes).
Our daughter is always busy with play and different activities both indoors and out in the garden – even in winter which she loves. I value the fact that Charlotte is flexible because if our daughter was tired, or maybe teething and just need a quiet, snuggly day - then that is what she would get! Charlotte and the team at KHDN have helped our daughter learn many new things and skills before the age milestones- and in a relaxed way which has foster A BIG love for learning in her at this young age.
I highly recommend Kent House Day Nursery and grateful to God that we found Charlotte, Janice and the team at KHDN because it is an exceptional and outstanding nursery.
A BIG THANK YOU, TO ALL OF YOU. We are very grateful!!!!
by MissCMG about Kent House Childcare on 11/10/2023
Response by Kent House Childcare on 29/11/2023:
Hi Mum and Dad, I am very pleased that you have a wonderful experience with you and it is a pleasure working with you and your family.
All the best!
Charlotte and her team provided exceptional care for my daughter, during her time. From the first viewing and meeting Charlotte I felt a warmth and a good feeling as her extensive experience was evident. The settling period was provided to help my little one adjust. My daughter quickly adjusted and clearly enjoyed her time there. Always having a smile on her face during drop-offs and pick-ups. Communication between us and the team was efficient and regular. Overall, I could not praise them enough on their professionalism, care and passion they have for the children in their care. Do not hesitate if you are looking for a trustworthy carer.
by LindaP about Kent House Childcare on 17/09/2023
My daughter began going to Charlotte's when she was 14 months until she was almost three and it was a lovely experience for her. Its hard to know what is going to suit your child and sending them off to nursery/childminder for the first time is daunting, but Charlotte gave me nothing but reassurance and after a period of settling in my daughter grew very to Charlotte and her team and had a truly wonderful time there, only moving to to go to pre-school. For me, Charlotte's felt like a mini nursery so the transition to pre-school was perfect and we often still talk of 'Char House'. My daughter in particular enjoyed her trips to the library and also the local shop with Charlotte to buy lolly's for the other children in the summer - made her feel very grown up. I always felt she was in very safe hands :)
by Hellen about Kent House Childcare on 04/04/2023
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