Leona Fs
Childminder in Leicester
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Female Member since Jul 2013 Last Updated Aug 2025 Last Login 18 Aug 2025
My Summary
About Me
My name is Leona, at The Little Gingerbread House. I am an Ofsted registered Forest School childminder for children aged 2 years - 10 years, I have 2 children of my own aged 19 and 22. I am available to drop off and pick up from Fernvale primary school which I live very close to, I have over 20 years experience in the childcare profession. I am twice OFSTED rated outstanding and I am also level 3 forest school trained, which means the children in my care are given fantastic opportunities to learn and explore in some amazing places around Leicestershire ranging from Bradgate park, beacon hill, Swithland woods and many more. Forest school is a unique way of learning, developing children’s emotional well being, self esteem, team skills and independence.
My Experience
3 years at st George's nursery
3 years at the three bears nursery
3 years working as a supply nursery practitioner
7 years working at Charnwood nursery and pre-school, with room leader status and also SENCO
Level 3 forest school leader
Childminder partner for the East Midlands Stronger Practice Hub, government funded programme helping children and practitioners post COVID.
My Qualifications
NVQ level 2 & 3 in childcare
Paediatric first aid
Food hygiene
Safeguarding children and young people
Equality and diversity
DBS checked
The revised EYFS
Level 3 forest school leader
Masters degree - integrated working with parents and families
My Availability
I provide care for children aged 2 - 10 years, I am available Monday - Thursday from 8am till 5.30pm. 2, 3 and 4 year old funding available, 15 and 30 hours. I also provide holiday care on a first come first serve basis for children who are taking a space within the setting. Holiday care opening times Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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: 18/08/2025 | |||||||
My Fees
- Childminding from £4.50 per hour
I charge an hourly rate of £4.50
These include snacks and drinks, and outings on a daily basis
My Local Schools
- I provide drop offs and pick ups at Fernvale Primary School
My Ofsted Inspections
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My Documents
- Ofsted Certificate (added 14/08/2024)
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