Kelly
Childminder in London: Croydon
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Female Member since May 2021 Last Updated Apr 2025 Last Login 06 May 2025
My Summary
Super Creative Learners Homebased Childcare
About Me
I have been a childminder for the past 3 years and before that, a primary school teacher for the past 16 years, mainly based in the 'Early Years'. I believe children learn best through play, where they have vast opportunities for creativity and access to outdoor learning. I am registered with Ofsted. I live at home with my three children (19-year-old twin daughters and a 16-year-old son) and my husband. My daughters are both registered with Ofsted as 'Childcare Assistants' and work part-time. My home offers a fully equipped playroom with a construction area, book corner, role play corner, mark-making area, and creative area. I have a large garden with a nature kitchen, discovery tables (sand, water, and small world), a digging area, and an outdoor construction area. I have vast experience teaching children with additional needs, including speech and language delays. The children in my care will learn through hands-on experiences such as weekly cooking, gardening, and creative activities. My home is full of love and laughter and is a fun place to be! I am also signed up for the government's 'Childcare Choices Tax - Free Childcare scheme' and accept childcare funding. My Ofsted inspection (May 23) was OUTSTANDING in all areas. Please note that I DO NOT provide any School/Nursery drop-offs or pick-ups or half days.
My Experience
I have worked as a primary school teacher for 16 years and have Primary QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) with English ( BA/QTS Hons Degree), I have vast experience working with children with additional learning needs and have previously worked in a speech and language unit. I am a very creative teacher and ensure that children have opportunities to express themselves through art, construction (indoor and outdoor), and role play. I have completed my CACHE level 3 and Paediatric First Aid. I am a fully qualified SENCO and have completed a post-grad Art Psychotherapy course at Roehampton as well as a 'Drawing and Talking' qualification for children who have experienced Trauma.
I have had a 'Food and Hygiene' inspection by the local authority and was awarded a 5.
My Qualifications
BA/QTS (Primary Teaching), CACHE level 3 (Home based Childcare), Paediatric First Aid.
My Availability
I will be available to work all year round with the exception of my family holidays. I will be open from 7.30am - 6pm.
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| Before School | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no |
| Morning | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no |
| Afternoon | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no |
| After School | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no |
| Evening | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no |
| Overnight | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Last Updated: 11/04/2025 | |||||||
My Fees
- Childminding from £7.50 per hour
I charge a daily fee of £75.00, my opening times are from 8 am - 6pm. This includes three home-made meals per day, healthy snacks, and drinks (milk/water) and trips. I also run an early morning breakfast session from 7.30 am to 8 am charged at £5.00.
My Local Schools
- I provide drop offs and pick ups at Keston 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
- Ofsted Certificate (added 04/06/2021)
- DBS Check (added 04/06/2021)
Reviews
5 out of 5
Latest reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Kelly. 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 son, Hudson, has enjoyed going to Kelly's since day one. We have previously found it difficult to find a childminder Hudson wants to stay with and go back for another day but he thoroughly enjoyed the activities and felt at home with Kelly. I feel confident recommending Kelly as trustworthy and very friendly. Thank you for managing to entertain my always 'bored' little one.
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AmyBerny
on 10/06/2021
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