Maria
Childminder in London: Tower Hamlets (also available for babysitting)
Usually responds within 2 hours
Female Member since Feb 2017 Last Updated Mar 2025 Last Login 03 Apr 2025
My Summary
About Me
I am originally from South America, I have 3 grow up children, my first language is Spanish and I speak English very well, I got level 3 childcare qualifications and other qualifications too relevant with childcare, I am sociable, friendly, caring and hard working person in especial when I have to look after children as I a mother of my 3 beautiful boys.
My Experience
I use to work as a play and family support worker for many years, then I worked as a nanny, present I worked as a play worker and a creche Assisstant. Also as a parent myself with my grown up children I’ve plenty of experience from newborn, baby, toddler, teenager and adulthood.
My Qualifications
Level 2 and 3 childcare
Pedriatic first aid
Safeguarding children
Common core
Health and safety
Food hygiene
Child protection
COVID
My Availability
I have availability from January
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
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| Before School | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Morning | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
| Afternoon | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
| After School | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Evening | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Overnight | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Last Updated: 12/03/2025 | |||||||
My Fees
- Babysitting from £20.00 per hour
- Childminding from £15.00 per hour
Negotiable
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 17/11/2020)
- First Aid Certificate: First Aid paediatric (added 26/03/2022)
- Training Certificate: Helping in schools (added 17/11/2020)
- Training Certificate: Asthma, Allergies, Eczema and Epilepsy training (added 17/11/2020)
- Training Certificate: Control of substances hazardous to health (added 17/11/2020)
- Training Certificate: Food Hygiene Level 2 (added 17/11/2020)
- Training Certificate: Autism awareness (added 17/11/2020)
- Training Certificate: GDPR (added 17/11/2020)
- Training Certificate: Covid 19 course (added 17/11/2020)
- Training Certificate: Safeguarding children course (added 17/11/2020)
- Training Certificate: Child Protection course (added 17/11/2020)
- Training Certificate: Mental Health and Young People Course (added 17/11/2020)
- Training Certificate: Medication and serious allergies course (added 17/11/2020)
- Training Certificate: Children’s Care, Learning and Development level 2 (added 17/11/2020)
- Training Certificate: Children’s Care, learning and Development (added 17/11/2020)
- First Aid Certificate: Mrs (added 17/11/2020)
Reviews
4.73 out of 5
Parents say
The childminder provides exceptional care in a nurturing, home-like environment. Children enjoy daily outings, stimulating activities, and home-cooked meals. Parents appreciate the reliable service, frequent updates, and the caregiver's dedication to fostering development. The warm, welcoming atmosphere helps children thrive, with many forming strong bonds. Overall, families highly recommend this childminder's services.
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Latest reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Maria. 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.
Maria looked after our daughter for almost 2.5 years (from 12 months) and it has truly been a home away from home for her. Maria and her sons created such a nurturing and caring environment that our daughter loved going and often did not want to come home! Our daughter thrived in an environment with kids of different ages, learning quickly from the older ones and learning to take care of the younger ones. She formed close relationships with Maria and especially Carlos, and still talks about them fondly.
We loved that Maria takes the children out at least once and often twice a day to local farms, stay and plays, playgrounds, parks and even the Young V&A, ensuring a variety of stimulating learning opportunities as well as fresh air and exercise. I bumped into Maria at stay and plays before my daughter joined and I was impressed that, unlike many other childminders, Maria and her sons were constantly interacting with the kids, encouraging them to try different activities.
Add in home cooked meals, help with developmental milestones (potty training was so much easier when we were able to tag team with Maria), a very reliable babysitter (Maria always gave plenty of notice of holidays etc), great communication with daily photos and updates and a genuine affection for the children, we really could not have asked for more. We genuinely feel very lucky to have found Maria and would not hesitate to recommend her.
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Vaishali
on 03/04/2025
Our youngest son, Charlie, started with Maria and Carlos just before he turned one, and we couldn’t be happier with the care he receives along with the other children. We fully trust them to look after him, knowing he is in a safe, loving, and stimulating environment. It’s become a home away from home.
Maria and Carlos are attentive and always plan enriching activities so they can learn and develop whilst having fun. We particularly like that they go out everyday for a period of time. They visit local parks, stay-and-play sessions, and city farms. This means they get plenty of fresh air, sunshine, and engaging experiences.
We really appreciate the frequent updates throughout the day, including photos and key details about naps and activities, especially when Charlie was learning to sleep in a different environment.
Maria’s place is warm and welcoming, and the other children and parents are friendly and kind too, which speaks to the kind of place it is.
We highly recommend Maria and Carlos.
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Olivia B
on 02/04/2025
Maria and her sons have looked after our daughter for 2 years now (from 11months old). Maria has the magic touch and our daughter took to her straight away. She has provided her with the home away from home that we were so desperately looking for when deciding against a nursery. The children are fed home cooked meals and are provided with a loving and stimulating environment, where Maria fosters great relationships amongst the children too. The children have multiple outings a week - parks, farms, museums etc. Maria is mindful of crucial milestones and helps with the development of those, keeping us regularly updated throughout the day. In 2 years Maria has not cancelled a single day for sickness or without plenty of notice (ie for the occasional holiday), and so is very reliable. Our daughter talks about Maria and her sons as if they are family and we are just so grateful to have found her.
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Bryony
on 02/04/2025
We have been using Maria as our childminder since April 2021, and we couldn't be more pleased with the care she has provided for our two boys. Our eldest started at 20months old and youngest at 10 months, both up until they were 3 years old. From the very first day, Maria made us feel comfortable and reassured by her warm, professional, and caring approach. She is incredibly reliable, punctual, and truly understands the needs of each child.
Our boys have developed a strong bond with Maria, and it’s clear that she genuinely enjoys spending time with them. She provides a wonderful mix of structured activities, free play and trips out, ensuring they are both entertained and learning at the same time. Her home is always clean, safe, and welcoming, with plenty of toys, books, and outdoor play areas.
Maria keeps us updated regularly with photos, videos, and feedback. It’s clear she goes the extra mile to make sure they feel happy and comfortable in her care, particularly in providing them with vegan food and using resuable cloth nappies at our request.
We have complete peace of mind knowing that our boys have been in such capable and loving hands. We highly recommend Maria to anyone looking for a trustworthy, kind, and dedicated childminder.
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Shirleys
on 16/12/2024
Maria has been our son’s childminder for the last year and is wonderful, so warm and nurturing, I couldn’t recommend her home enough! We’d had H in a nursery around the corner and he’d cried every day for hours, we were finding it so hard to settle him so made the decision to leave the nursery and start with Maria as our childminder, our baby was like a different child.
Maria looked after him and engaged with him so well that he was settled within a couple of days and has been so happy there since. It’s felt like he’s part of a wider family. Thank you
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Caitlin
on 26/07/2024
Our daughter loved her time with Maria & Co so much. Every morning she was happy to run in and 'see her friends'. Maria, Carlos and Furdosa took exceptional care of her and all the other children in their care, creating a supportive and strong little community. They take the kids out daily on fun excursions, do all sorts of fun sensory activities and make delicious and nutritious meals for the kids. They build string connections with the children and it is clear they understand child development. Maria's house is a happy, warm environment where we saw our daughter flourish-- we truly miss them and recommend Maria's without hesitation!
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Lisi
on 27/05/2024
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Maria
on 28/05/2024:
Lisi thank you very much for the lovely review I really appreciate.
For 2 years Maria provided supportive and loving care for our son. He left for Preschool 6 months ago and still speaks of her and her home very fondly which is why she is still doing some babysitting for us.
Her home is welcoming and full of activities for the children. She also has 2 gardens which are in full use for the kids. However, they go to different parks and farms,if not every day, multiple times a week. So it's a very stimulating and fun environment.
Maria also organises a few events each year which allow the parents to get to know each other better as well, which creates a great sense of community.
All in all its a fantastic home away from home.
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Maria
on 16/04/2024
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Maria
on 16/04/2024:
Thank you so much for your review
I cannot recommend Maria highly enough! We've been entrusting her with our child's care for over a year now, since she was just 5 months old. Maria has been an absolute godsend. Leaving your baby with someone new can be nerve-wracking, but Maria immediately put us at ease. She's incredibly caring and attentive, creating a safe and loving environment for our child to thrive in. Kids simply gravitate towards Maria! She has a knack for making them feel happy and engaged. Maria also prepares nutritious and delicious meals for the children, and she's fantastic at accommodating any dietary requirements.
Overall, we are beyond grateful for Maria's dedication and warmth. Our child absolutely loves going to her home, and we have complete peace of mind knowing they're in the best possible care. If you're looking for a fantastic childminder, look no further than Maria – I wouldn't hesitate to recommend her 100 times over!
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Amina
on 18/03/2024
We are incredibly lucky to have found Maria.
An exceptional childminder whose dedication and warmth have truly transformed our son Eli's life. From the moment we entrusted Eli into her care, Maria has proven to be amazing, ensuring not just in his safety, but also nurturing his growth and happiness in the most remarkable ways.
It's clear that she sees her role as more than just a job – she genuinely cares about each child under her watch. Her ability to connect with children on a personal level is nothing short of remarkable.
Maria's approach to childcare is not just about supervision; it's about fostering an environment of creativity and learning. Every day, she engages our little ones in a myriad of stimulating activities, from arts and crafts to ensuring that their curious minds are always challenged and inspired. The joy and excitement on Eli's face when he arrives at Maria's everyday is truly priceless.
Communication with Maria is seamless and transparent. She keeps us updated with daily pictures. This open line of communication has not only provided us with peace of mind but has also allowed us to actively participate in our children's development, creating a strong sense of partnership between us and Maria.
In conclusion, We feel incredibly fortunate to have found her, and we are endlessly grateful for the positive impact she has had on Eli. If you are searching for a childminder who goes above and beyond, and who creates an environment where they can thrive, Maria is the perfect choice.
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George
on 15/10/2023
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Maria
on 15/10/2023:
George thank you so much for your lovely review, I really appreciate.
Our son was with Maria for almost 2.5 years(6m to almost 3 years), and we cannot say how happy and grateful we were to have found Maria. The children go out daily for various trips, have multiple activities during the day and eat amazing home made food!
It was amazing watching our son exceeded all milestones, thanks to Maria!
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Joanna
on 04/10/2023
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