Patricia
Childminder in Tottenham
Female Member since Mar 2010 Last Updated Jan 2025 Last Login 11 Jan 2025
My Summary
About Me
Hello! My name is Patricia Fisher and I work along side Garnett Weekes who is also a registered Childminder. We are registered as each others assistants and take equal responsibility for all children in our care.
We both completed a CACHE Level 3 Diploma for the Children and Young People's Workforce (QCF), in January of 2015.
Our setting is a two to three minute walk from White Hart Lane train station and five minutes walk from Tottenham High Road where you can catch a number of buses (the W3 bus actually goes past our setting).
We offer a safe, fun and stimulating environment for children of all ages, providing them with books, toys, puzzles, games, building blocks, arts and craft etc. We also have a lovely garden where children can play with sand and water, along with other outdoor resources.
While in our care, children are encouraged to learn the alphabet, numbers shapes, colours, days of the week and also about other cultures and the environment (among other learning experiences). We also have story time, dancing, sing along and nursery rhymes.
Tablets are also available for the children to use in order to familiarise them with the latest technology.
Depending on your child's hours, we offer breakfast, lunch and snacks. All meals are prepared in our home and we encourage healthy eating. Fruits and water are offered freely throughout the day.
The children are taken to Children's Centres, Parks and the Library on a regular basis. We also take them on outings to places such as the Zoo, Aquariums, Farms and Museums.
We provide a drop off and pick up service for children who attend Lancasterian primary school.
We also work through the school holidays.
As registered Childminders we really enjoy looking after children at this very crucial stage of their development.
My Experience
I have been looking after children on and off for the last 21 years.
I became a registered childminder in February of 2010.
My Qualifications
Level 2 Award in Food Safety in Catering
Paediatric First Aid
Level 3 Diploma in Homebased Childcare
Safegurarding and Child Protection
Behaviour Management
Every Child a Talker
Making a Big Difference for Childminders
My Availability
We work from Monday to Thursday - 8:00am to 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 | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Overnight | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Last Updated: 11/01/2025 | |||||||
My Fees
- Childminding from £7.50 per hour
£70.00 per day
£40.00 half day
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 Ofsted Inspections
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My Documents
- Ofsted Certificate (added 15/07/2020)
- DBS Check (added 15/07/2020)
- First Aid Certificate: Paediactric First Aid Certificate (added 15/07/2020)
- Exam Certificate: CACHE Level 3 Diploma for the Children and Young People's Workforce (QCF) (added 15/07/2020)
Reviews
5 out of 5
Latest reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Patricia. 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.
Our daughter has absolutely loved her time with Pat and Garnett and started with them when she was 18months old. I was nervous thinking about leaving my daughter for the first time when returning to work - but my worries completely went away when I met Pat and Garnett and saw what great love and care they show the children - as well as fun! My daughter settled immediately and always comes home telling me about her day and the activities she does with them and the other children. Pat and Garnett regularly take the children out - from the park, library, farms! I loved getting daily updates from Pat about how my daughter was getting on - along with lots of pictures. I found them to be really understanding and flexible of our needs, for example when potty training and following the method I was trying at home. My daughter has thrived in their nurturing environment and is happy and confident, ready for her next step in nursery (which is the only reason why she's moving!). Having just had a baby, we will definitely be knocking on Pat and Garnett's door again.
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Pamela
on 13/09/2023
Our son has been with Pat and Garnett for about 8 months and they took such good care of him, he loved going there and we felt so happy to have found such great childminders to look after him. The only reason he is not still with them is because we moved away.
Pat and Garnett are both very friendly, reliable, caring, and very professional at all times. They listened to us and took into consideration our wishes, especially around the settling period, which made things so much easier for our boy to adapt. They always kept us informed and gave us updates on our son's day.
Pat and Garnett offered different experiences for the kids in their care, plenty of trips to parks, library etc., which our boy enjoyed a lot. We could not recommend them more, they are the best. Thank you, Pat and Garnett!
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Daniela
on 10/05/2023
Pat and Garnett took outstanding care of our twin girls from March 2021 to December 2021. They were 17 months when they started. Pat and Garnett are really caring and loved our girls so much. The only reason they don’t look after them currently is due to the fact we moved from London to the south coast.
The girls grew up and blossomed during their time and we are incredibly grateful to Pat and Garnett for their development. Pat and Garnett are very chilled out, creating a very safe and relaxed environment, which we’re sure suited the girls personalities. They had birthday and Christmas parties, loads of arts and craft sessions, garden fun, walks in the park and many trips to the library. The girls loved their time there and I’m sure they miss them very much.
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TnM
on 10/03/2022
I can't speak highly enough of Pat and Garnett. Not only did they take all our wishes into account re our boy's routine/feeding etc., they were endlessly patient with our rambunctious little one and offered many different types of stimulating activities and toys. The space is roomy and they take the children to parks as well. Our boy was thriving with them and I wish we could have continued with them - if not for moving quite far away he still would be. Tons of experience, patience and expertise. They're the best.
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Sara40
on 20/07/2021
Pat and Garnett took care of my twin boys for just over a year and were simply marvellous. They have created a lovely setting in their home and introduced my children to lots of new experiences and activities which they loved.
They were so caring and warm with the boys and the rest of our family that we were so sad to have to leave them when we left the area.
Pat provided full and detailed updates of everything that the boys had been up to each day as well as lots of photos that even under covid restrictions I always felt so reassured that the boys were happy and having lots of fun.
I honestly couldn't recommend them more highly and feel really lucky that we had the good fortune to meet them and have them take care of our boys for the last year. Thank you Pat and Garnett!
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The_Malt
on 08/12/2020
Our daughter was cared for by Pat and Garnett from one year old until she was three. We wanted her to be with childminders when she started in childcare because developing a trusting relationship with consistent and loving carers is essential for development, something which cannot be replicated in a nursery setting - no matter what you'll be told! Now at three, she is confident and ready to move on to nursery.
Our daughter arrived to Pat and Garnett with her own quirks... for the first while she would only sleep in one of their arms, which they supported, allowing her to settle at her own pace. Their setting felt homely and relaxed.
Pat and Garnett have provided great care. They are entirely reliable. They continued to work throughout the Covid-19 lockdown as I am a keyworker.
Now, our daughter chats away about things she did there and seems disappointed when it is us looking after her for the holidays rather than going to them!
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Cloud9
on 17/08/2020
I have been with Pat and Garnett for a very long time (7 years) and I love them. First they looked after me and then also my little sister. They make great food and take us fun places. They have a fun garden and they read lots of stories to us. I look forward to see them when my little brother starts going to their house when mummy starts going to work again. They are the best childminders EVER :)
Love from Lily & Ivy
Yes, just as my children have just mentioned Pat and Garnett are the best childminders you can find. I'm so happy that I chose them over 7 years ago. They girls were very upset when I told them that I would be looking after them now that I am on maternity leave, but luckily we live very close to them so the girls still see them often. I hope that there will be a space for my son when I finish my leave cos I can't imagine him not going to Garnett and Pat's like the girls did.
Garnett and Pat are a great team as they are obviously a man and a woman so the children get a bit of mum and dad while being away from home. They are very professional people with great values and I feel my girls have learned a lot from them over the years, with preparing for school, manners and social skills. I can only hope my son will be as lucky.
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tuddi85
on 22/04/2019
My son has been with Pat and Garnett since he was 11 months old, he is now 5 years old and i have never been happier with the services they provide. Both Pat and Garnett are very friendly and they treat the children in their setting as their very own which gave me a peace of mind. My son gained his first basic knowledge from them, they take the children to the local library, parks etc. And they have also got a beautiful garden in their backyard which is well equipped with outdoor toys where children play in the summer. I would love for my second born (12 months at the moment) to join this same setting.
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Dee
on 09/04/2019
Pat and Garnett are the best childminders! They have looked after our daughter for just under 2 years from when she was a small baby. Unfortunately we had to move otherwise she would have continued up until school. They showed such great love and care and our daughter absolutely loves them. She has developed so much in their care and was always so excited to join Garnett and Pat in the mornings. Laila was looked after so well, she was always happy to be around them and so were we to go on with our day without having to worry. Their home is so lovely and very child friendly, they have amazing range of educational toys and books and always have great activities on for the children. We miss them dearly and would be happy to recommend Garnett and Pat to all of our friends and family and anyone else who is in need of great childcare for their children.
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Jadi
on 03/09/2018
My daughter has been with Pat and Garnett for 3 years and they really are like family to her. From the moment I met them I knew they were the right carers.
They provide a genuinely warm and welcoming home, where all the children in their care are always so happy and content. There are plenty of exiting new toys and books for the children, the garden is very well equipped and inviting. They make regular visits to various parks, libraries and other play groups. A good range of food and snacks are served, my daughter always enjoyed her meals there.
Both Pat and Garnett are without a doubt a real find. They are professional, caring and always committed to the children and parents alike, absolutely highly recommend them. Thank you so much for everything!
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on 24/08/2018
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