Little Humbugs
Childminder in Birmingham
Female Member since Aug 2014 Last Updated Apr 2023 Last Login 18 Apr 2024
My Summary
Kimmy
About Me
Hi, my name is Kim, I have been an ofsted registered childminder since 1997, CRB checked and rated Good by ofsted. I am very passionate about my job and never go a day where I don't love what I do. My Husband Steve works as my assistant early mornings doing the cooking (meals are included) and my daughter Charly works with me as a full time assistant.
We offer a homely and friendly enviroment where the children can feel at home and have lots of fun with many different toys and activities available. Everyday is a different day. We have our rabbit Doris and our fish called fishes.
We are a big family, We love to watch the children grow and learn new things and spend their days with their friends. Without fail the children make us smile and laugh daily and that tops any other job in the world.
My Experience
20 +years childminding experience with all different ages
2 children and 2 step children
2 Grandchildren
My Qualifications
NVQ level 3-Kim NVQ level 2-Charly
First aid
Food hygiene rating 5
Child Protection
Being a Key Person in an Early Years setting
Managing Safeguarding
Introduction to Safeguarding
Equality and Diversity
Channel General Awareness
Promoting Positive Behaviour
Improving Children's Learning Through Play
Child Exploitation and Online Safety
Reflective Practice in the Early Years
Safeguarding Young People
Child Protection in the Early Years
Female Genital Mutilation Awareness
Food Hygiene and Safety
Providing a Healthy Food Environment in Early Years Settings
ADHD Awareness
Autism Awareness
Effective Health and Safety for Children with SEND and ASN
A Practical Guide to the GDPR
The Importance of Self-Evaluation
Understanding Asthma
My Availability
Monday 7.30-5.30
Tuesday 7.30-5.30
Wednesday 7.30-5.30
Thursday 7.30-5.30
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Afternoon | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
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Overnight | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
Last Updated: 27/04/2023 |
My Fees
- Childminding from £4.50 per hour
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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
- Inspection Report: Ofsted inspection page 4 (added 27/04/2023)
- Inspection Report: Ofsted inspection page 3 (added 27/04/2023)
- Inspection Report: Ofsted inspection page 2 (added 27/04/2023)
- Inspection Report: Ofsted inspection (added 27/04/2023)
- Ofsted Certificate (added 27/04/2023)
Reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Little Humbugs. 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.
My little girl had her last day at Little Humbugs yesterday as she starts school in September (I’m still crying about it)!
I cannot thank Kimmy, Charly and Steve enough for all of the love and care they have given my daughter the last two years.
It was so important to me that my daughter was looked after by someone who would love her as much as we do and we got lucky with Little Humbugs as she received 3 times that love and care from Kimmy, Charly and Steve.
If you are looking for a childminder I highly recommend Little Humbugs, you will not regret sending your child to this lovely family.
My daughter came home with a lovely folder yesterday with all of her photos, arts and crafts, certificates and achievements in and we are so grateful to be able to keep these forever. You can see from all of the photographs how happy each and every child is at Little Humbugs and my daughter would always come home with stories about what her and friends have been doing throughout the day. Poor Kimmy couldn’t even sneeze without my daughter telling me so!
Thank you for everything Kimmy, Charly and Steve. Although we are so sad our time is over with you, we count our lucky stars to have found you all xxx
by BethCx about Little Humbugs on 27/07/2023
I cannot praise Little Humbugs enough! I’m just sad that I had not been referred to them when my first child was in nursery as she would have looked after all 3 of my boys over time.
There are so many things to say but I know that a lot is covered in the other reviews I’ve seen here so I’ll be more specific.
Kim and Charly have a brilliant approach to childcare that is warm and loving as though it’s a family home (which it is!) and also structured with routine, rules and education that creates this magical balance that the children adore.
My youngest child is with them right now (age 2) and, despite a slight speech delay, he is confident with numbers to 10, singing the alphabet, recognises all the nursery rhymes and so much more. It wouldn’t matter if he couldn’t yet but it’s just an example of what has made me smile recently.
There are clear boundaries between family time and Little Humbugs time that they stick to so well and I understand now why this is so important for the children to understand the difference and feel secure and grounded wherever they are.
I’ve ended up typing an essay! Oh well. If you get a chance to grab a spot at Little Humbugs then go for it! Spaces fill up fast for a good reason - usually word of mouth referrals!
by misspeak about Little Humbugs on 17/12/2021
My LO has been going to Little Humbugs for over 6/7 months now and I can honestly say that it has been one of the best decisions sending her there. She always comes home with a smile on her face. The kids at Little Humbugs are always doing fun and educational activities. Kim, Charly and Steve have the perfect balance going on. Food is prepared fresh daily and the kids are encouraged to participate in all sorts of activities whether it be playing, reading books, painting and colouring or even just having down time days. Sending my LO there I know that she’s getting the right amount of attention as well being encouraged to develop her own independence ready for when she eventually goes to school. If anyone asked I would 100% recommend sending their kids to Little Humbugs. It is definitely the perfect setting where the kids are educationally stimulated, treated as individuals as well as loved and very well looked after.
by AJ_Mummy about Little Humbugs on 23/11/2021
My little girl has been going to Kim and Charly at Little Humbugs for almost 4 months now. She absolutely loves going to see her friends and talks about them all every day and every weekend she asks ‘I go Kim’s house’ and the disappointment in her face when I say not today tells me she absolutely loves spending time with Kim and Charly!
The most important thing for me when looking for childcare for my daughter was finding someone who would love and look after her whilst I’m at work and as soon as I met Kim I knew my little girl would be both loved and looked after every single day. All the fun activities and arts and crafts are an added bonus!
I’m so grateful to have found Kim and Charly - both two genuinely lovely ladies who I would recommend to anybody looking for childcare for their children. They aren’t just childminders, their super stars! Thank you Kim and Charly xx
by Beth about Little Humbugs on 23/11/2021
6 months ago my son started with Little Humbugs, It’s always daunting departing from your child but Kim and Charley made this experience so easy and I haven’t looked back. I have seen so much progression made in all aspects of developmental stages since him being with Kim and Charley. It’s not like sending him to a child minders but like leaving him with family. Such amazing people in an amazing career both doing amazing jobs (not forgetting Steve)
You deserve the best credit given.
by Aston about Little Humbugs on 23/11/2021
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