Birdy
Childminder in London: Lambeth (also available for babysitting)
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Female Member since Jun 2009 Last Updated Sep 2024 Last Login 01 Nov 2024
My Summary
About Me
I am an Ofsted registered Childminder based in the Clapham Common area. I have 5 grown up children.
I have have many years experience of caring for children of all ages and abilities.
Each child in my care has an individual care plan based on their individual needs and parents wishes.
I follow the Statutory Framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage(EYFS)
I keep an online learning journey for each child to track their development. The children's development is tracked against the Early Years Outcomes.
I was graded 'Outstanding' by Ofsted during my last 3 consecutive inspections,the last was in May 2016.
Inspection reports are available upon request.
My DBS can be checked through the DBS update service.
I have a coronavirus policy and risk assessment in place to protect the families that I work with and myself.
For your information I do have one cat.
Thank you for reading
Regards Maureen
My Experience
I have many years experience caring for children of all ages.
I provide care in a safe stimulating Learning environment. Activities are planned based on the children interests and abilities. Cultural celebrations and various health related themes are incorporated into my weekly planning.
I provide a wide range of activities and simple cooking activities.
A wide range of aged appropriate toys and activities are available and supervised computer access for older children.
The children have a purpose built playroom which leads onto a safe enclosed ouside play area.I plan themed activities which include arts and crafts and sensory play.
I have a covered outside learning area for all weather outdoor play.
I also attend a natural thinkers session on Clapham Common to allow the children to explore nature and take part in various outdoor activities. I attend a weekly play sessions at my local childrens centre to give the children the opportunity to be part of a small group, sharing activities and songs and rhymes together. These activities teach children social skills and turn taking and listening skills which are important for school readiness.
My Qualifications
I have successfully achieved my BA (Hons) in Education in 2015.
I also completed my Early Years Foundation Degree and Level 2 and 3 Childrens Care Learning and Education.
I have attended the following training courses;
Paediatric first aid,food safety level 2 safeguarding
children level 2,EYFS training,autism and PECs Lambeth Healthy Weight training training and many other childcare courses.
My training is regularly updated to ensure that I keep up to date with changing childcare practises and laws and legislations.
I have a DBS (update service ) available upon request.
I am a member of PACEY and have public liability insurance through them.
I have strong links with my local children’s centre.
My Availability
Dear parents/carers
I currently have no daytime vacancies until October 2024. However I am available for evening babysitting in the child’s home on certain days (subject to availability.
Please message me if you are interested.
Days available are Monday- Wednesday
I can also provide ad-hok childcare once your child’s details are registered with me. A registration fee of £10 will apply
A weekly holding fee will be required to secure a place for 2024/25 ( this is non-refundable)
Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
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Before School | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
Morning | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no | no |
Afternoon | yes | yes | yes | no | no | 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: 21/10/2024 |
My Fees
- Babysitting from £16.00 per hour
- Childminding from £13.00 per hour
My fees are £90 per day
£13.00 per hour (mimimum of 2 hours)
Please note: I am based in the Clapham Common area,close to Clapham High Street.
Weekend evening care provided in the child’s home will be charged at £16.00 per hour plus Uber fare home if not local to where I am based.
My Local Schools
- I provide drop offs and pick ups at St Mary's Roman Catholic 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
- Reference (added 21/05/2022)
- Training Certificate (added 16/05/2022)
- First Aid Certificate (added 12/02/2022)
- DBS Check (added 05/05/2021)
- Exam Certificate (added 05/05/2021)
- Ofsted Certificate (added 17/11/2020)
Reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Birdy. 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.
Maureen is an absolutely exceptional childcare provider. Her academic qualifications in education and early years combined with her many years experience mean she really is one of a kind. She has cared for our 2 year old daughter for the last year and our daughter has really thrived, enjoying the many activities planned and soaking up the learning experience.
She is incredibly happy at Maureen's, always asking when she is next going! She's learning through fun and active play - and is given choices on the activities. Maureen plans her week to be as relevant as possible, whether it is crafting Autumnal scarecrows, making Chinese New Year lanterns, or learning about healthy eating and teeth hygiene, it's always new and engaging.
We are leaving London and the hardest issue we're facing is finding childcare anywhere near as good as that provided by Maureen. Maureen is patient, caring, professional and incredibly trustworthy - and we will miss her dearly.
by Carol An about Birdy on 23/01/2021
Response by Birdy on 23/01/2021:
Many thanks for the lovely review. It has been a pleasure working with you all as a team and I will miss you all very much.
I which you luck and happiness in your new home.
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