Flow
Childminder in London: Bexley
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Female Member since Jul 2022 Last Updated Sep 2024 Last Login Nov 2024
My Summary
About Me
Welcome to Flow Montessori home nursery.
My name is Qiao. I am a registered childminder. I have been working within different Montessori early years settings for more than ten years as a qualified Montessori teacher. I believe children at a young age will benefit from a homely environment where they feel warm, secure, and loved in a relaxed atmosphere. Flow aims to create a Montessori learning environment where children can develop at their own pace when their mind is at their most absorbent in a loving, safe, homely, and nurturing environment. Flow wants and aims to provide a place where children have space and encouragement to grow and flourish into a well-grounded, loved, and valued for being themselves.
Flow Montessori welcomes children of all backgrounds and faiths and is rooted in an agenda of diversity and inclusivity. As a practicing Christian, my personal faith also shapes my own values and my ethos would really highlight this.
Flow Montessori also introduces the Mandarin language in the setting.
Flow Montessori is close to the local park and playground so the children will get plenty of outdoor activities to play and go on nature hunts.
My Experience
I have 16 years of experience working with young children in different Montessori early years settings. While I worked with children, I continued my professional development by attending Montessori training workshops in different areas of children's development. My education and experience enable me to establish a strong rapport with children and awaken their enthusiasm to explore new experiences. I am a caring person who loves making a difference in the lives of young children. I have experience in teaching children Mandarin in groups as well as individuals. I was also a trainee counsellor who had worked with children on a one-to-one basis in primary and secondary schools while I studied Child Psychotherapy and Counselling.
My Qualifications
Childminding Registration course
International Diploma in Montessori Pedagogy
CACHE Diploma in Childcare & Education Level 3
Paediatric First Aid
Safeguarding and Child Protection Refresher
Positive Behaviour training
Become Senco and The Role of Senco (NDNA)
'Let's look at...' Phonics
Little Scientists Leading the Way
Food Hygiene and Safety - Level 2
Health & Safety in Education: Senior Leadership & Management Level 2
Infection Prevention and Control in an Early Years Setting
Mental Wellbeing in Children and Young People
Autism Early Years online training
Introduction to BSL training
Observation training
Growth Mindset
Certificate in Counselling Skills and Theoretical Perspectives in Psychotherapy
My Availability
Flow Montessori home nursery opens from 7:30 am until 6 pm.
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| Before School | no | yes | no | yes | no | no | no |
| Morning | no | yes | no | yes | no | no | no |
| Afternoon | no | yes | no | yes | no | no | no |
| After School | no | yes | no | yes | no | no | no |
| Evening | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Overnight | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
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My Fees
- Childminding from £7.00 per hour
Childminding from £ 7 per hour Daily from £60
Babysitting from £10 per hour
My Local Schools
- I provide drop offs and pick ups at St Michael's East Wickham Church of England Primary School
- I provide drop offs and pick ups at Hillsgrove Primary School
My Documents
- Exam Certificate: The Role of SENCO Certificate (added 26/09/2022)
- Exam Certificate (added 08/07/2022)
- Training Certificate (added 08/07/2022)
- First Aid Certificate (added 08/07/2022)
- Childminding Agency Certificate (added 08/07/2022)
- UK Driving Licence (added 08/07/2022)
- DBS Check (added 08/07/2022)
Reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Flow. Please note that reviews represent the subjective opinions of other Childcare.co.uk users 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.
Qiao has been an excellent childminder for both my children over the last three years and we have been extremely happy with the care she has provided. We were drawn to her kind and positive attitude and calm and homely Montessori setting.
Qiao is a great communicator and she encourages kindness, good behaviour and independence in kids which we value a lot at home. Both my kids have built a great rapport and a close relationship with Qiao and is very much loved by them. She also provides fun, education and wide range of activities including plenty of outdoor time and both my kids really love the wide range of cultural events that they have learned about.
From a parent's perspective, Qiao has surpassed all the expectations we've had and I cannot recommend her enough!
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Both our children have attended Flow Montessori setting and we are beyond happy with the quality of care, love, nurture and education our children have received from Qiao.
Qiao is extremely supportive and caring. Her knowledge and understanding around child development shows through how she engages with the children and how she supports their understanding, emotional regulation and physical development. Qiao will always go the extra mile for the children in her care. Thank you Qiao for all that you have done for our children
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We started looking into finding a childminder for our son after having a bad experience with a nursery. Our then 2 year old was a very shy little boy who struggled to express himself but after going to Qiao she has really brought out his personality and voice. He loved going there and often didn't want to go home. We were absolutely delighted to have found Qiao and have recommended her to several people. Qiao is lovely. She is friendly and really attentive and personable. She has really helped our son develop in all areas and even worked with us whilst we were potty training him. Thank you so much, Qiao. You have really set the bar high as to what an exceptional childminder should be!
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