Sobia
Childminder in London: Brent (also available for babysitting)
Usually responds within 12 hours
Female Member since Apr 2017 Last Updated Dec 2023 Last Login 13 Nov 2024
My Summary
About Me
My name is Sobia. I have worked as a teaching assistant for 13 years at Gladstone Park Primary School and have been pursuing childcare ever since leaving this job in 2018. I am an Ofsted registered childminder based in the NW2 area and have an in-depth experience of working with children of all age groups with varying abilities - including those with special needs. I have a first aid certificate and a level 3 NVQ3 teaching and learning qualification.
I have also had two children of my own, raising two boys by myself, both of whom are Durham/UCL and Aberdeen University graduates respectively. I feel confident in my ability to nurture and get the best out the children I look after and this comes from tracking the progress of my kids and working on goals that we can set together.
I provide my kids with an abundance of care, attention and I love - I really do care about the little ones I look after and am an advocate of exposing them to the outdoors to enhance their sensory experience and reduce a reliance on technology.
I understand leaving your baby with someone can be daunting, but I am someone you can put your trust in. I would love to meet your little one(s). Drop me a line :)
My Experience
Teaching assistant of 13 years at Gladstone Park Primary School.
I have been working full-time for almost 5 years since leaving my teaching assistant role. I have experience working with newborn children up to 12 years old.
My Qualifications
- OFSTED registered childminder
- Pediatric First Aid training (St Johns Ambulance)
- 100% in blended learning pediatric first aid course at the London school of childcare studies
- NVQ3 in childcare
- Food and hygiene
- Child safeguarding
References can be made available on request.
My Availability
I am available from 7am till 7pm Monday to Friday. I am flexible if parents need longer hours outside this period - just let me know.
I do after-school pick ups from Mulberry House School and Anson Primary School.
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Last Updated: 28/12/2023 |
My Fees
- Babysitting from £15.00 per hour
- Childminding from £9.00 per hour
Can negotiate
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
- UK Passport (added 07/09/2023)
Reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Sobia. 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.
There are no words to explain the deep sense of gratitude that we feel towards Sobia and how caring she has been not only with R&R but also with us. Her go-to phrase is “how can I help you?” and gosh, did we need help!
Sobia is knowledgeable, caring, attentive and kind. She has nurtured R&R and supported them in ways that we couldn’t have dreamed of, going above and beyond her role on paper, creating a comprehensive educational environment where the boys thrived. They have learned so much during the time spent with her, from eating lots of veggies to clapping their hands and recognising animals and being brave and adventurous, the list goes on.
We particularly appreciated the many updates she sends throughout the day in the form of high quality videos and photos (she is also a great photographer!), as well as her passion for the outdoors which meant the boys breathed in plenty of fresh air and soaked in lots of sunshine. As a result they have developed a deep love of nature and being outdoors: zero screens, lots of trees and ducks. Sobia also values the power of books and she has supported R&R in incorporating reading as a daily habit.
Sobia is a star and we will always be grateful for her precious, loving care.
by Luna about Sobia on 21/09/2023
Response by Sobia on 21/09/2023:
Thank you so much Luna Ludi Russell and Ruben for all the love ♥️
Miss you all xxxx
Sobia is a very caring and loving childminder. She took my children on amazing trips around london making each one a valuable learning experience. She was really accomodating and attentive to their individual needs. A natural educator, positive and fun loving.
by Aneela about Sobia on 05/08/2023
Response by Sobia on 06/08/2023:
Thank you so much Aneela xxx
Sobia begun looking after my son Freddie when he was 9 months old back in February. I had just returned from maternity leave and was feeling nervous. Sobia made me feel right at ease from the very beginning. Her communication is phenomenal, I knew exactly what my son had been up to throughout the day, with photos to show. She nurtured him and helped him build on his interests, taking him to lots of different parks and looking at nature. She is a caring and loving childminder and you can see she enjoys her job, her love for my son was evident in the relationship they had. She is punctual, accommodating and a quite simply a fantastic person to have in your life. Sadly we have relocated out of London, as I wish I could take Sobia with me. Never will you meet a woman so dedicated to her job and your children. Thank you Sobia for the love you’ve shown Freddie and the adventures you’ve had with him. You truly will be missed by both of us.
by Leanne about Sobia on 20/07/2023
Response by Sobia on 20/07/2023:
Thanks a million Leanne xxx
Sobia took care of our two kids from when they were infants until we had to leave London due to work. She is fantastic and I recommend her whole-heartedly. She has infinite patience, is loving and caring, really understands the different phases of child development, is very safety-conscious, and is a warm and lovely person. I learned a lot from her about interacting with kids. She works harder than anyone I know. She taught my kids fine motor skills, introduced them to loads of healthy and delicious food (she's a fabulous cook), read to them, played with them, and gave them plenty of outdoor exercise. We trust Sobia completely and we miss her dearly. `
by RachelC about Sobia on 11/10/2022
Response by Sobia on 11/10/2022:
Thank you so much Rachel, Brian
It was my absolute pleasure 🙂
We have had Sobia looking after our son since the last year and have been very happy with her. She takes extremely good care of our son. He is always so happy with her and we can be very comfortable in the knowledge that even if we aren't with our son he is very happy. Sobia has always been very flexible and adapting to our needs and has many times helped us with last minute availability as well. She takes our son out and plans fun activities with him and he loves eating the food she cooks. We are very happy to provide references to her if needed
by Udit about Sobia on 29/09/2022
Response by Sobia on 29/09/2022:
Thank you so so much Udit and Jessica
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