Helen Mansell
Childminder in Clacton-On-Sea (also available for babysitting)
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Female Member since May 2017 Last Updated Jul 2025 Last Login 07 Jul 2025
My Summary
Ofsted Registered - Gov Funded Childcare Provider - Tax Free Childcare
About Me
Hi, I'm Helen. I am an Ofsted registered, tax-free registered, government-funded, childminder. I also offer short-term, temporary childcare.
Before and After school childcare is available for children who attend Holland Haven Primary School. In addition to this, I provide wrap around childcare for children who attend Burrsville Pre-school.
I live in Great Clacton with my husband, our 4 year old son and our 1 year old cockerpoo dog, Ted.
I follow the EYFS and use the whole of my house for childminding, providing a calm, fun and stimulating environment for children to play, learn and thrive. No matter what the weather is like, I take the children out to explore the beach, park, forest, playgroups, soft play and much more.
My Experience
Work History:
Childminder: 2021-present
Pre-school / Nursery Practictioner: 2016-2021
Special Needs Teaching Assistant: 2008-2016
Youth Worker: 2006-2009
My Qualifications
-Level 3 Designated Safeguarding (updated 2025)
-Level 3 Paediatric First Aid Training (updated 2024)
- CACHE Level 3 SENCO
- Introduction to Childminding
- CACHE Diploma Level 3 Early Years Workforce
-CACHE Level 2 Understanding Children with Autism
-CACHE Level 2 Supporting Children with Learning and Development in Schools
My Availability
Please call Helen to find out her current availability.
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Before School | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | 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 | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no |
| Overnight | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Last Updated: 06/07/2025 | |||||||
My Fees
- Babysitting from £10.00 per hour
- Childminding from £7.00 per hour
My Local Schools
- I provide drop offs and pick ups at Holland Haven Primary School
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
- DBS Check (added 12/01/2022)
- Ofsted Certificate (added 06/01/2022)
- Full CV (added 29/05/2024)
- Marriage Certificate (added 29/05/2024)
- Inspection Report: Inspection April 2024 (added 29/05/2024)
Reviews
5 out of 5
Latest reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Helen Mansell. 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.
When I had to go back to work I felt very anxious and finding the right child care was new and scary for me. Helen has been an absolutely amazing childminder and made me feel confident that my child is well looked after. She has an amazing background working with children and a lovely home environment. Helen always listens to everything when explaining about my child and is very efficient in every way. She is very proactive with assisting my child in developing key skills. I get regular updates throughout the day including pictures and videos of the activities they have done. Helen takes all the kids on daily outings, whether that is to the local park, beach, petting zoo's, or sing along group, and many more. I feel so lucky to have found Helen, I couldn't ask for a better childminder.
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Maija
on 26/09/2024
Helen is absolutely amazing with my twin girls. I was so anxious about leaving them when I returned to work and Helen made this transition so much easier. She is amazing with the girls and provides them with lots of sensory activities some of which they have never explored at home. We have a learning journal which documents what they have done and how they are developing which is so lovely. We also have a communication book as-well as the use of email and WhatsApp to keep us updated. I get provided with some pictures throughout the day which is so reassuring and the girls love going.
When I met Helen her experience of childcare was extensive and evident from the amount of detail that goes into when planning to mind the girls. I felt reassured that there are policies in place and how well set out the space is for the children within her home. I honestly would highly recommend her and am so glad that we have found her.
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ShelleyM
on 05/05/2022
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