Kirsty C
Childminder in Groombridge
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Female Member since Apr 2013 Last Updated Dec 2024 Last Login 21 Dec 2024
My Summary
Kc Childminding - Groombridge Childminder
About Me
*SPACES AVAILABLE* Based in the centre of Groombridge and under 5 minutes walk from St Thomas' Primary School, I provide childminding services for children aged newborns to 5 years old.
As a Level 3 Qualified Childcare Professional I have been caring for children of all ages for over 10 years both in nursery settings and as a nanny. Most recently I have been the manager of a local village nursery and pre-school.
I am Ofsted Registered, Paediatric First Aid trained, Enhanced DBS checked with an extensive knowledge of the EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage).
I also have an NVQ Level 2 in Counselling Skills and have recently qualified with an NVQ Level 3 in Counselling Studies.
Ethos
Having worked in a number of childcare settings during my career, my approach to learning has developed having seen that children thrive when given access to natural resources and the opportunity to explore themselves.
My childminding setting gives children the opportunities to play and discover through natural materials in a home-from-home setting allowing them to explore curiosity through sensory, heuristic and natural play.
They have the choice to play either inside or outdoors in my large garden whenever they wish whatever the weather!
Outings- We often visit the local park, meet with other childminders and nannies, go to the bakery, post office, local woodlands, library and town centre.
Activities- We visit a play group every Monday morning and also children participate in cookery classes every other Friday.
Pets- We have two cats who are very friendly and 4 chickens. Children will often help to collect the eggs, and feed the chickens in the morning/afternoon.
Opening hours:
Monday -Thursday : 8-5:30
Friday- 8-4:30
My Experience
I finished my qualifications (childcare level 3) in 2012 where I then moved down to Tunbridge Wells to find full-time work in a Nursery. I have worked in Nurseries with children aged new-born to 5 years.
I then took on a Nanny role full time with two children aged 8 months and 4 years, when this position ended, I had other various Nanny roles within Tunbridge Wells and surrounding areas.
In 2015 I got offered a job role in a Montessori Nursery where I worked for nearly three years and had a great experience along the way. I have managed a nursery setting for 1 year and made the leap of setting up my own business.
My childminding business has been open since February 2023
Testimonials ( google reviews)
We have been sending our daughter to kirsty for over a year now and she has been amazing. We get regular updates throughout the day via an app so we can see what shes been up to and how well shes eaten etc. would highly recommend! 04.11.24
Kirsty looked after my little girl for a few months and she was absolutely brilliant. She settled with her so quickly and really flourished under her care. She was always happy to go in and had clearly had a lovely time when we picked her up. Her speech and confidence really came on while she was there as well as her independence. I had been skeptical about whether she would sleep on the mats on the floor with the other children but she did from day one, and she ate up Kirsty's delicious meals really well too, much better than at home! I love that Kirsty did lots of lovely activities with them, painting and gardening and that she had chickens for them to look at in her garden! She also took them to the local toddler group and to the park. We were thrilled with her care, and were sad to leave but we have moved house and she has now started at nursery! 25.10.24
We have used Kirsty a few times now and both of my sons love going to her house! Lots of fun activities including baking, crafts and gardening - not to mention chicken keeping! Can highly recommend! 02.02.24
My son really enjoys his time with Kirsty and happily trots in every morning with a smile. She provides a lovely, homely environment for the children and they do a diverse mix of activities - educational, creative, fun outdoors. Kirsty is organised and professional whilst also being friendly and approachable. I feel comfortable every day I’m at work knowing he’s being well cared for and having a good time too! 10.11.23
My Qualifications
Childcare Level 3
DBS- On the update service
Level 2 & 3 Qualification in Counselling
First Aid Trained
DBS
Safeguarding
Experience with Montessori Teaching
Food Hygiene rating - 5
My Availability
I have space from Jan 2025 for Tuesday and Thursday. Funded spaces available from 9 months up to three years.
Summer holiday club- I have availability for the summer holidays, children aged 4-10years, Monday to Friday
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Before School | no | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
| Morning | no | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
| Afternoon | no | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
| After School | no | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
| Evening | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Overnight | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Last Updated: 12/12/2024 | |||||||
My Fees
- Childminding from £8.60 per hour
Fees are £8.50 per hour, excluding food.
All meals are prepared on site and are very nutritious. Two snacks per day are offered, along with lunch, and for the children that stay until 5:30 they are offered a light evening meal.
My Local Schools
- I provide drop offs and pick ups at Groombridge St Thomas' Church of England Primary School
My Documents
- First Aid Certificate: Tigerlily first aid certificate (added 03/11/2023)
- Ofsted Certificate (added 10/01/2023)
- DBS Check (added 05/01/2023)
- First Aid Certificate: tigerlily first aid certificate (added 10/04/2022)
Reviews
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Kirsty has looked after my two boys aged 7 and 10 on and off for the last 3 years. She has a great rapport with them and they always look forward to seeing her.
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