Lyndsey
Childminder in Southampton
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Female Member since Jul 2018 Last Updated Mar 2025 Last Login 11 May 2025
My Summary
About Me
My name is Lyndsey and I have worked as a Childminder in Hedge End since 2013.
Working from home, I run a friendly, professional childminding service wherein nurture, learning and fun are at the forefront of my daily practice.
I have a large, air-conditioned playroom at the rear of my house, which allows for free flow garden activities. In the garden I have numerous outdoor toys including swings, slides, trikes, sand pit, water tray and a two-story wooden Wendy house! As well as planting and caring for fruit and vegetables such as potatoes, blueberries and strawberries.
I am always mindful of providing a wide variety of learning opportunities and regularly carry out creative crafts, cookery, games, and role play activities. I hold annual passes for Manor Farm and Milestones Museum. I also visit local parks, libraries, soft play centres and other places of local interest such as Pickwell Farm to pick fruit and Vegetables, Victoria Country Park, Itchen Valley country Park, Bishops Waltham Palace and Netley Abbey.
My aim is always to work alongside, and in partnership with parents and children. Building strong relationships with mutual respect.
Please do take a look at my most recent Ofsted report (Feb 2018) this gives a good insight in to me and the positive approach I take with the children I care for.
Whether you are looking to put your child in to childcare because you are returning to work or would simply like to encourage social skills. If you are looking for an experienced childminder who will nurture, care for, encourage learning and who values each child and their individual personalities please give me a call to talk through possible options.
My Experience
I have been an Ofsted Registered Childminder since 2013.
Previous to this I worked as a Primary School teacher for 15 years. Before this as Playworker for play schemes in and around Southampton.
Whilst teaching I worked as a Special Educational needs co ordinator for 6 years and then as a manager in a children’s Speech, Language and Communication Provision.
My experience has given me a fantastic foundation for childminding and I have been able to bring much previous and valuable knowledge to my childminding role, whilst also continually learning from all the wonderful children I care for!
My Qualifications
- CYPOP - Childminding Qualification
Since 2013
- BA Hons Primary Education QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)
Since 2001 with 15 years experience
- 3 x A levels
- 9 x GCSEs
My Availability
Monday - before school (Breakfast Club)
Tues - 7.45 - 5.30 Including Before & After School (Breakfast & After School Club & Dinner)
Wed - 7.45 - 5.30 Including Before & After School (Breakfast & After School Club & Dinner)
Thurs - Before & After School Only (7.45 / 5.30) (Breakfast & After School Club & Dinner)
Fri - 7.45 - 5.30 Including Before & After School (Breakfast & After School Club & Dinner)
School = Kings Copse Primary School - Hedge End
Please do give me a call or email me for further information, I look forward to hearing from you x
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Before School | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
| Morning | no | yes | yes | no | yes | no | no |
| Afternoon | no | yes | yes | no | yes | no | no |
| After School | no | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
| Evening | no | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
| Overnight | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Last Updated: 09/03/2025 | |||||||
My Fees
- Childminding from £4.80 per hour
My fees include all food.
I accept childcare vouchers.
I accept 2, 3 and 4 year old funding.
My Local Schools
- I provide drop offs and pick ups at Kings Copse Primary School
My Ofsted Inspections
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My Documents
- Ofsted Certificate (added 22/04/2019)
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