Lisa
Childminder in Ferndown
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Female Member since May 2019 Last Updated May 2025 Last Login 11 May 2025
My Summary
About Me
I am a mother of 2, living with my husband. Our adult children live away, but are frequent visitors. We live in a spacious home, with a large child friendly garden . My ethos is to provide a home from home environment, filled with love, laughter, and a wide range of experiences. I endorse the curiosity approach ensuring children have ample opportunities to reach their potential. I enjoy walking with the children in our local community as we discover, together, the wonders of the world. Building a strong relationship with a child's parents is important to me as this ensures you and your child feel safe and comfortable in my care.
We have a Cockapoo, named Scout, who is very friendly. We also have 7 chickens, the children love to eat their eggs and bake cakes.
My Experience
I have worked with children for 40yrs, in a range of settings. As a respite nursery nurse, family worker, nanny, and as a childminder for the last 14yrs. I ensure I keep abreast of the latest training.
My Qualifications
I am a qualified Advanced Nursery Nurse,
Diploma in working with families with young children.
I hold an up to date first aid and safeguarding qualification.
I attend regular childminding training to ensure I am up to date with the requirements of early years.
Outstanding inspection from Ofsted
My Availability
I work Monday till Wednesday 7am till 6pm.
Contact me to check availability. I currently have a NO vacancies.
Hours outside of the norm are agreed on an individual
I drop off and collect from Parley First School.
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My Fees
- Childminding from £6.50 per hour
£5.85ph
My Local Schools
- I provide drop offs and pick ups at Parley First 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
- UK Driving Licence (added 08/11/2023)
Reviews
5 out of 5
Latest reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Lisa. 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.
My little boy started off as quite cautious going to Lisa’s, as he is always nervous of new people. However soon enough he was trotting in happily, saying hello to scout the dog and excited to play in the garden or go and see the chickens. He grew in confidence, physical stamina (lots of walking!) and personal skills. Zips, buttons, opening his own crisp packets, road safety, “Lisa taught me how” became something I started to hear a lot! He adored baking with Lisa and still talks about it nearly a year since leaving for school. There were plenty of opportunities for him to get out in the woods and explore, and one of his favourite things, going to play groups in the church and the old peoples homes to see the “grannies and grandpas” Lisa’s home is a warm and happy place, and I believe she was a big part in not only preparation for school, but in the lovely little boy he is today. Thank you Lisa. We miss you!
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Adele
on 19/03/2024
My sons been attending Lisa’s setting for over 3 years now. Since starting there he's become more confident, outgoing and absolutely loves the time he spends with her. He'll even ask to go there when she's closed he loves it there so much!
The service Lisa provides is simply amazing, there's regular trips out at toddler groups, forest walks, the beach, you name it they go there.
Lisa also plans lots of activities which are not only lots of fun but also designed to really help our son thrive with his development.
I would happily recommend Lisa to anyone wanting a safe, fun and nurturing environment for their child to be happy and wonderfully cared for.
She's simply the best 👌
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Lauren
on 22/01/2024
My son has been going to Lisa for nearly two years! He has the most amazing time and has gained so much confidence in many areas. Lisa and family have been so welcoming, and have taught my son so many new things. We would like to take this opportunity to say thank you for all you do, we would be truly lost without you xx
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Mel
on 25/06/2022
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Lisa
on 25/06/2022:
Thank you, your words mean so much xxx
Both our boys go to Lisa’s, it’s a home from home for them. They feel happy and comfortable there. They have lovely trips out and always return home tired! Lisa’s house and garden is well equipped for children, with lots of fun and interesting things to do.
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Michelle
on 24/06/2022
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Lisa
on 25/06/2022:
Thank you, your words mean so much xxx
My son has had a great time going to Lisa's since he was 11months old. Lisa offers a home away from home. There are lots of opportunities for little ones to explore and develop from exploring her wonderful garden, walks in the local woods to bus trips. My son is now ready for school and he is very happy that he can still go to Lisa's pre/post school and school holidays.
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Nicola
on 24/06/2022
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Lisa
on 25/06/2022:
I am so pleased to offer a safe and warm place for B to play, grow and explore. It has been a pleasure.
My 5 year old goes to Lisa’s in the school holidays and has a brilliant time! Lisa has a lovely home for the children and often takes them out on day trips.
My daughter loves going to Lisa’s and we are really pleased to have found such a brilliant childminder.
I would highly recommend Lisa 😊
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Emma
on 23/06/2022
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Lisa
on 25/06/2022:
Sharing adventures with M brings joy to each day. Thank you 😊
Lisa is a fantastic childminder and second mum to our children. We have been using her for 4 years and wouldn’t choose anybody else. She welcomes the children into her family and home so they feel comfortable and secure. She does a variety of activities with them at home and at groups, and she is always developing their whole personality - she picks up on their interests and slots learning opportunities in; she has a firm but gentle approach to discipline and the children behave amazingly; she gets the children involved in the wider community, especially with the older generations, so learning pride, compassion and resilience; and she has a wonderful space inside and outside, where the children are safe to explore their physical capabilities and limitations.
We feel safe knowing our children are being well cared for and loved and that Lisa will respond to their needs as we do. She is child-led, very hands on and responds to their affection appropriately (my eldest likes lots of reassuring cuddles when upset). He knows she is a safe person and can talk to her about anything. He sees her family as an extension of his own and we often have to drag him away, he’s having so much fun.
I would have no hesitation in recommending her, and have to a few of my newer mummy friends.
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catsam
on 14/07/2019
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Lisa
on 25/06/2022:
As our relationship grows I am honestly so proud to be a part of your children’s life journey, thank you
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