Diana
Childminder in London
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Female Member since Jul 2017 Last Updated Feb 2024 Last Login 23 Apr 2024
My Summary
About Me
Hello, my name is Diana and I am a registered childminder in Grove Park with over 20 years of experience as a childminder. I am Ofsted Registered GOOD and follow the Early Years Foundation Stage framework. I live in a spacious house 1 minute walk from Marvel’s Lane Primary School.
I live with my husband son and daughter - ages 24 and 26 (both working professionals), All are DBS checked.
Children will love regular music sessions, arts and crafts (including jewellery-making), indoor as well as outdoor games in the garden, having responsibilities such as feeding fish and much more. I also offer help with homework and 11+ tests. I regularly take children out to explore e.g. park, library, farm and museum visits. With younger children we often visit local groups for babies and toddlers.
I accept childcare vouchers, offer tax-free childcare, and 30 hours free childcare for eligible children. I hold a full drivers licence (although I encourage walking where possible).
All children are warmly welcomed and are encouraged to embrace their cultures. They become a part of a family.
My Experience
Previously living and working in Southwark, I decided to move my childcare to Grove Park after moving here. My experience is with children of all ages and includes running a popular after-school club with an assistant, catering for children over the age of 5, working in nurseries across London (caring for the needs of those under 5), and childminding children with special educational needs.
My Qualifications
In 2016 I completed a degree in Early Childhood Studies, a course which helped me to understand how important it is for children to be in a stimulating environment where they can be free to explore through play and learning.
NVQ Level 2 award in childcare
Diploma in Childcare
First aid certificate
Food safety and hygiene certificate
...and many more - these are available to see on visits to my setting.
My Availability
I offer pick and drop services from nearby schools and nurseries, and full and part-time childminding during term-time and holidays. I work Monday – Friday 7am-7pm, and am a friendly, flexible worker offering affordable childcare so don't hesitate to ask, and come and visit my setting!
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Evening | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
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Last Updated: 22/02/2024 |
My Fees
- Childminding from £7.00 per hour
Flexible, discounts available for siblings.
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 Documents
- DBS Check (added 22/02/2024)
- Ofsted Certificate (added 05/08/2019)
Reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Diana. 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.
Diana looked after my daughter for two years and I recommend her with all my heart. She has amazing personality and positive attitude.
My daughter enjoyed Diana's family, homemade good food and nice environment. She developed incredibly well during the time spent in Diana's care.
Diana offers a variety of indoor and outdoor activities and this helped my daughter to develop skills and to act with confidence in any circumstances.
Well done Diana. keep going with what you are doing as you leave a positive impact in children's life.
Thank you so much for everything you have done for us.
Diana looked after my son in the mornings and afternoons for over a year up until the lockdown when I was living near Grove Park. As a former stay at home mother of +15 years she was the first time I had ever used a childminder. I quickly realised I had made a good choice as she is a lovely woman who is warm and great with the kids she looks after. She even used to help my son with his reading! I only stopped using her services due to the lockdown and then moving back toTower Hamlets. If I ever need another childcare provider I hope to find someone similar. Absolutely recommended.
5 stars are not enough for Diana. She deserves 100 stars because she is an amazing person with a positive attitude and plenty of energy.
Her house is spacious, always clean and full of toys. Her family is friendly and my daughter became part of it.
Diana gives my daughter the freedom to explore and to enjoy art and craft session and a lot of indoor and outdoor activities.
Moreover, Diana is offering the kids a variety of healthy meals during the day.
She is flexible with my work time and she is everything I need for my daughter because their bonding is special and my daughter loves her.
Our daughtter has been in Diana's care and is thriving with her. Diana is a caring and energetic person. Her setting is amazing, the children have a huge space to play and learn with all the activities she provides. Moreover, Diana has been helpful and flexible with my changing schedule at work. We couldn't be happier!
5 stars for Diana, so lovely and cares for my children a lot. Not only does Diana look after my children very well she also applies good education. Her home is very child friendly, my children say they always have fun at Diana’s and enjoy their time there.
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