Laurib19
Childminder in Swanley (also available for babysitting)
Female Member since Jun 2011 Last Updated Jun 2024 Last Login 04 Nov 2024
My Summary
About Me
Hi, I am Laura, I am 43, a Btec qualified, ofsted registered (good) childminder.
I have 24 years childcare experience Working in day nurseries, as a nanny and childminder.
I am married to chris and we have three lovely children. We live in a 3 bedroom house in Hextable with a nice sized garden and plenty of toys to keep your little ones entertained! We are a happy, busy household and look forward to welcoming your children.
I aim to provide a safe and stimulating environment where your child can feel
happy and welcome in a warm, friendly home and hopefully have lots of fun!
I am committed to delivering the EYFS which means I will monitor your
Childs progress and provide activities in all areas of learning to help your child reach their next steps and develop to their full potential.
Children will be given equal opportunity to join in all activities according to
their age.
I have many varied activities, toys, books, puzzles, games, arts and craft
to suit all ages.
Children will be able to help with family activities such as baking, setting the
table, tidying toys and good manners will be encouraged.
We have a garden with swings, slides, bikes, scooters, playhouse, sand and water play etc which we will try to use as often as possible.
We regularly visit parks, playgroups, music groups, soft play and local attractions and meet with other childminders/nanny's with children similar ages.
With your permission we have Occasional days out such as visiting parks, farms and castles etc.
I am aim to have quiet time each day (stories, singing, resting) when needed alongside the fun, learning and play!
I feel a routine is good for children so they all know what comes next in the day and can feel secure, however we are flexible when necessary.
I aim to deliver a varied meal and snack menu and encourage children to make healthy choices and ensure they have some exercise and fresh air.
Where possible I try to distract from bad behaviour and encourage good behaviour with positive praise, set clear boundaries and where this doesn’t work , a cooling off period away from other children.
Any records or information about your child will be kept confidential to others.
I understand you as parent are the most important person to your child
and therefore will consult with you on aspects of childcare and continue
your child’s usual routines where possible.
I will provide a diary of your childs time with me which you can also write in
and comment on.
My Experience
I have lots of experience with age 0-8 yrs, i have worked in a day nursery and have been nannying for 10 years in and around sevenoaks area, been childminding for 12 years and obviously having my own children provides plenty of experience!!
My Qualifications
BTEC national diploma in childhood studies
Diploma in home based childcare
pediatric first aid
safeguarding children course
EYFS (early years foundation stage) training
DBS (police) checks
And various Small courses- ie- Write dance, Sing & sign, food safety, every child a talker, working with boys, observation & planning.
My Availability
I have part time Childminding spaces available in hextable swanley and accept funding.
I am walking distance of hextable primary school, Hextable and five wents preschools.
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Last Updated: 06/06/2024 |
My Fees
- Babysitting from £12.00 per hour
- Childminding from £6.00 per hour
Please call or email to discuss fees and hours
Meals and snacks can be provided at £2 per day (or you may provide your own)
Please feel free to contact me to discuss your childcare needs or if you have any questions
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
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My Documents
- Ofsted Certificate (added 17/12/2023)
Reviews
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Laura is such a God send for us. My little girl, 'Nancy', has been going since she was 11 months old and she is now 2 and a half. From the age that she knew where she was going she would get so excited when we pulled up outside. Nancy always wants to go in and never wants to leave (seriously!)! I feel Laura offers a safe, caring and stimulating environment for Nancy and she always comes away chatting about Laura's children and the fun things she has done. I always wanted a childminder as opposed to a nursery but I feel Nancy gets the best of both worlds as Laura makes the effort to take the children to nice groups where they mix and interract, but Nancy still has the bond of one person for a cuddle and reassurance when necessary. I really cannot recommend Laura enough.
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