Steph
Childminder in Chesterfield
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Female Member since Oct 2009 Last Updated Jul 2024 Last Login 13 Jan 2025
My Summary
About Me
Outstanding in all areas grade at last Ofsted inspection.
I provide home from home care in a happy,fun & loving environment. I believe that when children have the basic building blocks of security and good self esteem then the learning will naturally follow.
I'm registered with Ofsted
I follow the EYFS and plan activities and outings with that in mind.
Activities I provide include outside play, craft; messy play; reading; music & songs; toddler group; singing group & outings to the library, soft play places and parks.
I have raised three children of my own and I have been a registered childminder since November 1989.
I have an NVQ level 3 in Childcare and Education.
All over 16's in the house are CRB/ DBS checked. My DBS check is available to see.
My hobbies are walking, swimming, reading, & watching films.. Crochet. Sewing
My Experience
I've raised three children of my own and have been child minding since 1989.
We see ourselves as providing an extended family environment.
I have some lovely references available to see.
My Qualifications
NVQ level 3 in Chidcare & Education.
First Aid.
Food hygiene.
I regularly update my training by attending workshops & conferences.
My Availability
No space
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Afternoon | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
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Last Updated: 11/12/2023 |
My Fees
- Childminding from £4.50 per hour
Please contact me to discuss.
My Local Schools
- I provide pick ups at St Peter and St Paul School
- I provide drop offs and pick ups at Hasland Infant School
- I provide drop offs and pick ups at Hady Primary School
My Documents
- DBS Check (added 05/05/2021)
- Childminding Agency Certificate (added 05/05/2021)
Reviews
Latest reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Steph. 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.
Steph looked after my 18 month old twins for 7 months - and I couldn't be happier with the care they received during this time. Steph provides a loving home-from-home environment, whilst regularly taking children out to soft play and a lovely local toddler group. Communication with Steph was great and she was flexible and accommodating when we needed an earlier/later pick up/drop off. My twins would have loved to have stayed with Steph but unfortunately we needed a childminder closer to where we live.
by Sally88 on 07/10/2022
Steffie has cared for my little boy since he was 8 months old he is 4 now and we have begun our new journey with Steffie with school runs. She is perfect for us and our family. My son adores her and when you ask who his family are steffie is right up there. ⤠we are super lucky to have her in our team and helping my son grow and learn.
by JayandJ on 11/09/2021
Steph looks after my son Joseph on a regular basis and he absolutely loves going, she makes every visit fun for him, I would highly recommend Steph to everyone:)
by Parent on 04/12/2017
Steph has looked after both our boys, helping Sally & I cope with all the usual early years trauma's! Our second son has been a fairly slow developer and Steph has been instrumental in ensuring that he has met all his key stage milestones. She provides a calm, safe and loving environment, where Jack has always been happy and settled. We wish Steph and her family all the very best in their next adventures. We are so very grateful for her love, help and support; Jack is going to miss her (and Dixie!) hugely. Thanks Steph. xxxx
by Parent on 07/08/2017
Response by Steph on 08/08/2017:
Thank you so much. This is a lovely review. It's been an absolute pleasure looking after Jack, and occasionally H. I have enjoyed working alongside you both to help raise your boys & provide a 'second home'. I'm going to miss you all so very much. xxx
Stef has looked after my 5 year old twins since they were a year old. She has been a god send to us, taking care of them through hell and high water. Steph has taken them on brilliant days out expanding their minds through all the different styles of learning and play. My twins did not go to pre-school but it hasnât made any difference as being with Steph has made them very independent and able to cope with any new situations.
Steph is rated âOutstandingâ by Ofsted and has endless patience and creativity. Never failing to come up with new ways to keep them educated and entertained.
I cannot recommend Steph highly enough, She is a very special lady and if she wasnât leaving the area I would want her to look after my kids forever.
by Parent on 13/07/2017
Response by Steph on 08/08/2017:
Thank you so much. It's been my pleasure to look after 'The B's'. i have always felt that we were on the same wavelength and it's been easy working together. To see them through their early years and help you raise them has been a privilege. I know that sounds corny but it really has. I will always treasure the memories, the laughter , the tears. We'll be back for visits and look forward to catching up.
I would give you 5 stars as a family :)
Having met with 20+ childminders I started to think that maybe I was looking for someone that didn't exist - then we met Steph. She is truely fantastic & it is evident that this is so much more than just a job. Sadly we have just moved 200 miles away so our daughter can't be with Steph any longer, but she will be part of our lives forever & is doing us the honour of being our daughters godmother.
by Parent on 10/11/2013
Response by Steph on 18/11/2013:
Thank you Keri. Appreciate your lovely review. Miss you guys very much xx
My daughter had been with Steph for the last month, she enjoys every minute of it. Steph has a wide range of toys and educational activities. No two days are the same and Steph caters for each child on a need by need basis. My daughters development over the last few weeks has been amazing, which is all down to her planning and care for each child. It's lovely to know I'm leaving my child with someone who cares for her as much as her family does.
by Parent on 17/10/2013
Response by Steph on 10/11/2013:
Thank you for the lovely review, Gemma, and for taking the time to do it. I really appreciate it.
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