Kirsty
Childminder in Penrith (also available for babysitting)
Female Member since Jul 2016 Last Updated Jul 2019 Last Login Jan 2024
My Summary
About Me
I am an OFSTED registered childminder.
I live at home with my husband and three daughters, aged 12, 4 and 3 months. We live in Carleton, in a lovely quiet part of town, but close enough to town for activities. Our house has a good sized, fully enclosed back garden and is set back away from the road. There is a very large turfed area surrounding our house where children can play and explore.
We have 1 cat and 1 small dog, both of whom are used to children and generally opt to venture outside or sleep in the kitchen!
My husband is an FA registered football coach and volunteers for a local children's football team. We are both DBS checked and trained in paediatric first aid. I am also trained in basic food hygiene and am a qualified fire warden.
I bake, craft and explore the outdoors with minded children as well as plan indoor activities that are guided by the likes /dislikes and development of individual child's needs. I also learn about different cultures, religions and lifestyles and enjoy exploring these with the children I have, providing a varied learning experience.
My Experience
As previously mentioned I am mum to three girls, aged 12, 4 and 3 months. I also look after my family and friends children and have been childminding since October 2016. In this time I have minded ages from 7months - 11years.
I have also gained my level 3 Early Years Educator and am now studying my BA Hons in Early Childhood Studies.
My Qualifications
Paediatric first aid
Home based childcare
Basic food hygiene
Safeguarding level 1
Safeguarding level 2
Child protection level 3
Fire warden training
Level 3 Early Years Educator
I am currently studying my BA Hons in Early Childhood studies
My Availability
I can do before/after school care including school collections. I can collect from most Penrith schools and Yanwath.
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Before School | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
| Morning | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
| Afternoon | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
| After School | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
| Evening | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Overnight | no | no | no | no | yes | yes | no |
| Last Updated: 08/12/2017 | |||||||
My Fees
- Childminding from £4.50 per hour
- Babysitting from £10.00 per hour
My hourly rate is inclusive of meals, snacks and activities.
Overnight fees will be charged at a different rate, please contact me for more information.
My Local Schools
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Reviews
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Kirsty did a brilliant job looking after my nephew and nieces at our wedding! She was at the venue for the whole day and was excellent at adapting to whatever was asked of her and stepping in whenever she was needed. The kids loved her, and so did the parents as they could relax and enjoy the day knowing the children were in safe hands. I would definitely recommend Kirsty to anyone wanting someone experienced and lovely to look after their children.
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As I'm sure everyone is, when leaving your baby with someone you dont know it is hard.
I found Kirsty thanks to this site, and told her all my worries and concerns. As soon as I met her it felt like we had been friends do years and it really ok me at ease. My 17 month old daughter was very relaxed and happy too which is obviously what it is all about.
Niamh has only been for one morning so far, and even though she was full of cold, was a really happy little thing when I picked her up.
Recommended from a happy mummy and baby. X
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