Nikki Ch
Childminder in Berkhamsted
Female Member since Jul 2011 Last Updated Jun 2025 Last Login 24 Jun 2025
My Summary
About Me
I am a childminder who is registered with and inspected by Ofsted. I have an NVQ level 3 in Children's Care, Learning and Development, and current Paediatric First Aid Certificate and Safeguarding Training. I am CRB cleared by Ofsted at an enhanced level, as is my husband. I also hold all the relevant Public Liability Insurance, ensuring your children are in safe hands. I currently hold a Herts Quality Standard, which means that I have been rigorously inspected by the local council and have been approved under their scheme as offering quality care and development opportunities
I already child mind for a number of local families (References are available on request) as well as having 3 children of my own. Currently 15, 12 and 8. I have 2 family pets, both cats.
I have experience of caring for children from 10 days to 14 years
My home is spacious and well set up for a child's individual needs. Children have access to outside space and activities as well as opportunities for outings and walks to local parks, woods and facilities.
I provide meals for the children in my care, with a sensible approach to healthy eating. Most food is home prepared and uses good quality, often organic, ingredients. I am able to cater for a variety of dietary requirements if requested.
My aim is provide a homely environment where children can access a wide variety of experiences.
My Experience
I have been enjoying working as a childminder since April 2008. Prior to qualifying and registering I cared for my own children at home after giving up work as a residential social worker, I found that both my work and parenting experiences have helped me immensely in my vocation as a childminder to a variety of different children. I have experience of working across a wide range of age groups, my youngest started at 10 days and the eldest currently 14 years. I also have experience of working with children with Special/ Additional Needs.
My Qualifications
Ofsted Registered,
NCMA Registered
Cache Home Based Childcare Diploma
NVQ III Children’s Care, Learning and Development
Paediatric First Aid
Basic Food Hygiene
Safeguarding Children
Herts Quality Standard
I also attend regular training workshops, that cover various aspects of my profession ensuring that I remain up to date with my Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) commitments and can confidently offer a full and high quality service to the parents and children in my setting.
My Availability
I am currently busy, but I do have some part time spaces available (Some full or part days, but not all 5 days). I offer a variety of care choices to suit each family's differing needs, from full time care 7.45am-6pm (Mon-Thurs), 7.45am-5pm (Fri, Term Time only), to part time hours for those parents who are looking for just a couple of hours a week. I can also sometimes offer care at short notice for short periods of time, to cover holidays etc.
I can also offer ad hoc child care for those emergency or one off situations, usually on a Friday 7.45am-5pm, other days are sometimes available, please contact me through "Berkhamsted Childminders" to discuss your requirements.
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
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| Before School | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Morning | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Afternoon | no | no | no | 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: 13/10/2020 | |||||||
My Fees
I currently charge £5.50 per hour. My after school rate is £15 and wrap around care is £20. I charge a small fee for a cooked evening meal, all other food is provided at no additional charge.
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
- Ofsted Certificate (added 24/06/2025)
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