Beth
Childminder in Maidstone
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Female Member since Nov 2019 Last Updated May 2025 Last Login 10 May 2025
My Summary
Acorns Childcare
About Me
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Unique Childminding Setting!
Acorns Childcare is based in Sutton Valence (ME17) in a beautiful location with 3.5 acres of land with a lovely additional bonus of ducks and chickens! Children have ample amounts of space to play and learn. I've also renovated an outbuilding to have many different types of activities available: such as arts & crafts, messy play, sensory toys and a cosy reading area.
My childcare approach is a home from home environment, learning through play with lots of outside experiences. (Wellie boots and raincoats needed!) For children to have fresh air and be creative.
A warm and happy place for children to enjoy their childhood while teaching them good manners and everyday life skills.
I only offer placements for full days, as half days could interrupt an outing that was planned. I like children to have opportunities and enjoy different experiences to toddler groups, playgrounds, play dates, libraries, soft play and local attractions.
For photos and updates of Acorns Childcare, please see the link below!
My Experience
9 years experience working with children aged 3 months to 10 years. Including two sole charge, full-time live in Nanny positions and several live-out sole charge positions (including twin experience) where I felt privileged to be involved in their childhoods. I have also previously worked in a Nursery and as a Childminder's Assistant.
My Qualifications
Level 2 Children and Young People's Workforce Qualification
Agency Registered
12 Hour Paediatric First Aid
DBS Check - On the update system
Other Courses:
The SEND code of practice
Safeguarding
Food Safety
Speech, Language & Communication
Learning Through Play
Autism Awareness
Understanding the EYFS
Early Child Development
My Availability
Opening Hours:
Monday - Thursday
8am - 5:30pm
Friday:
8am - 3pm
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Before School | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
| Morning | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
| Afternoon | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
| After School | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no |
| Evening | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Overnight | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Last Updated: 06/05/2025 | |||||||
My Fees
- Childminding from £7.50 per hour
I have a daily fixed rate of £80 per day, with Friday's being £65 per day.
This includes: snacks, drinks and a hot dinner. (Parents asked to supply a packed lunch.)
15/30 Hour Funding and Tax-Free childcare offered.
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 Documents
- Childminding Agency Certificate (added 14/02/2024)
- UK Driving Licence (added 14/09/2023)
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