Sophia
Childminder in Brixton
4.8
My Summary
A Safe, Happy Place For Little Ones To Learn, Play & Grow
About Me
Hello, I'm Sophia, an Ofsted-registered childminder based in the heart of Brixton, providing high-quality childcare for children aged 6 months to primary school age.
My setting is built on the belief that children learn best when they feel safe, valued, respected and genuinely connected to the adults who care for them. Through warm, responsive relationships and meaningful play experiences, I create an environment where every child develops confidence, independence and a lifelong love of learning.
We provide a nurturing, inspiring, and home-from-home environment where every child feels safe, valued, and encouraged to explore the world around them. Through play, meaningful relationships, and personalised learning experiences, we help children develop confidence, independence, kindness, and a lifelong love of learning.
Inspired by relational pedagogy and the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), I recognise every child as a unique individual with their own interests, strengths and pace of development. I carefully plan experiences around children's curiosity, encouraging them to explore, question, create and flourish.
As a reflective practitioner, I regularly undertake professional development to ensure my practice remains current, research-informed and responsive to the needs of every child and family.
A Home from Home
• Beautifully planned play spaces that promote independence, creativity and exploration.
• High-quality resources that encourage open-ended play, problem-solving and imagination.
• Daily opportunities for child-led and adult-guided learning experiences.
• A balance of indoor learning and outdoor adventures, including regular visits to local parks, nature spaces, libraries and the wider community.
• A consistent routine that provides security while remaining flexible enough to follow children's interests and individual needs.
Relational Pedagogy at the Heart of My Practice
• I invest time in truly getting to know each child so they feel heard, understood and celebrated.
• By responding sensitively to children's cues and following their interests, I support emotional wellbeing alongside cognitive, physical and social development.
• Children are encouraged to become confident communicators, kind friends, independent thinkers and resilient learners.
Rich Learning Experiences
• Creative arts and sensory exploration
• Storytelling and early literacy
• Music, singing and movement
• Mathematics through practical play
• Science and nature investigations
• Role play and imaginative play
• Cooking and life skills
• Community outings and cultural experiences
Spanish and French Enrichment
• Weekly Spanish and French sessions delivered through songs, stories, games, movement and play, supporting communication, confidence, memory, cultural awareness and cognitive development.
Healthy Living
• Nutritious, home-cooked meals and snacks prepared with children's dietary requirements, allergies and cultural preferences in mind.
Working in Partnership with Families
• Daily updates through the Cradle app.
• Photographs and observations celebrating learning.
• Regular developmental updates linked to the EYFS.
• Ongoing communication through WhatsApp and face-to-face discussions.
Professionalism and Safeguarding
• My setting operates to the highest professional standards with robust safeguarding procedures, clear policies and documentation in line with EYFS and Ofsted requirements.
• Carefully managed admissions, including introductory meetings and home visits where appropriate, ensure positive relationships and a smooth transition into my setting.
Opening Hours
Monday to Friday
8:00am – 6:00pm
Flexible arrangements may be available.
Conveniently located in Brixton with excellent transport links.
A Place Where Childhood is Cherished
Choosing childcare is one of the most important decisions a family makes. My aim is to provide a loving, inspiring and enriching environment where children feel a genuine sense of belonging, develop meaningful relationships and grow into confident, capable learners.
I would be delighted to welcome you to visit my setting, meet me, explore the environment and discuss how I can support your child's individual journey.
Every child deserves to feel seen, heard, valued and inspired every single day and that's exactly what I strive to provide.
My Experience
I have experience of working with children in Early years and KS1.
My Qualifications
Level 5 CYPM - Leadership for Health and Social Care and
Children and Young People's Services 2015 (England)
Level 3 Early Years SENCO
Level 3 Home based childminding course
Level 3 Support teaching and learning in schools
Level 2 Support teaching and learning in schools
My Availability
Funding and non funding spaces are available
Spaces for after school childcare available now !
My Fees
- Childminding from £10.00 per hour
£100full day 8-6
£60half day 8-1 or 1-6
£20 pick up/ drop off
After school care minimum 2 hours £10 per hour
£15 out of hours
Minimum 3 full days contract
£2.50 per meal for children using 15/30 hour funding for parents opting to use childcare meals option.
My Local Schools
- I provide pick ups at Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School
- I provide pick ups at Sudbourne Primary School
- I provide pick ups at Jubilee Primary School
My Ofsted Inspections
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My Documents
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- Ofsted Certificate (added 19/12/2023)
- First Aid Certificate (issued 22/05/2026)
- Training Certificate: Food safety (added 19/12/2023)
- Training Certificate: Safeguarding (added 19/12/2023)
- First Aid Certificate: First Aid (added 19/12/2023)
- Training Certificate: safeguarding (added 13/08/2017)
- Training Certificate: level 3 certificate (added 13/08/2017)
Reviews
4.76 out of 5
Parents say
Parents consistently praise this childminder for warmth, professionalism and attentive care, noting children's happiness, developmental progress and enjoyable activities. Regular communication, photo updates and healthy meals are highlighted as strengths. One reviewer described a disappointing experience regarding handover and organisation, though overall feedback remains overwhelmingly positive and highly recommended.
Summary generated by AI from the text of recent member reviews
Latest reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Sophia. 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.
Being a first time mother, I was apprehensive about childcare settings. My child was under 2 when she started - I was concerned about her not being able to speak and how I would know if she was being taken care of well? This was compounded by a not so positive initial experience with another childminder and the guilt was real! Needless to say the after a few settling in sessions with Sophia and her team, my child emerged at the end of the day happy. I've seen her speech take off and as a typically introverted child, it's amazing to hear that she has made friends. She is keen to go and comes out bouncing. Sophia, Kareema, Sabrina and team are warm-hearted, kind and take the time to give my child focussed care and attention. I am in awe of how much time and thought goes into planning daily activities and meals, staff really work to understand my daughters favourite foods, books, songs. French lessons and Spanish lessons, educational trips, cultural awareness days - my child is getting a wholesome experience. I fully recommend Daisy Daycare and wouldn't hesitate to recommend to any mum who is looking for a childminder to use their services. Thanks for all you do Daisy Daycare team - your energy and passion for the children are amazing!
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Emma
on 25/09/2026
An amazing childcare setting where your child is actually at the centre of the support. Sophia and her team are very attentive to my daughter. Accommodating to any unexpected changes and my daughter’s development has been great!
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Jovinie
on 18/05/2026
We feel very lucky that Daisy Daycare had a space for our 4-year-old for after-school care. Our little girl is collected from school and is always happy to go there. She really enjoys her time with Sophia and her team, and it gives us such peace of mind knowing she is with such lovely, kind and caring people. We are very grateful and would highly recommend Sophia’s Daisy Daycare.
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Gosia
on 14/05/2026
Initially we only wanted to put our son in care for a day or so, having seen how happy he is, he goes daily as he is thriving. Sophia and the team are great! Fast communication, accommodating to our needs as both my partner and my diaries change for work sometimes. He goes for trips and does lots of activities with daisy daycare. We also get picture updates which MAKE MY DAYs!! We are extremely happy with the care provided and could not recommend enough.
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Pat
on 11/05/2026
Our son who is two years old goes to Sophia 4 days a week. He is very happy to go and very happy when we pick him up. He has been thriving in the environment and it is amazing to see his progress since he started to now.
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Sammy
on 11/05/2026
Really happy to have found Sophia. She and the team are great with our 9 month old who is happy to be dropped off there each morning and still happy when we pick him up in the evening. Sophia keeps us well updated and we really enjoy seeing the pictures of what he’s been up to each day. He’s also had allergies and Sophia has been able to accommodate these no problem.
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Rebecca
on 09/05/2026
My daughter has thrived under Sophia’s care. In a short time, her language has improved noticeably, and she enjoys a wonderful variety of activities and trips. Sophia consistently goes above and beyond, creating a nurturing and engaging environment where I feel completely at ease knowing my daughter is happy and well cared for. I couldn’t recommend her more highly!”
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Hannah A
on 28/04/2026
We couldn’t be happier with the care our son receives at Daisy Daycare. The staff take such wonderful care of him, and we’ve seen incredible development in his independence, speech, counting, and sharing. He even knows every action to every nursery rhyme, which is such a joy to see!
It’s clear that the team truly care for the children so beautifully. We’re always kept up to date with how his day has gone via the app, and we receive plenty of pictures and videos throughout the day, which is so reassuring. As the children get older, they make great use of the outdoor space and playground on the ground floor, which is fantastic.
The termly trips are amazing and really set Daisy Daycare apart. The team has taken our son to places like the London Aquarium, Vauxhall City Farm, and even the local fire station—experiences we really value.
The setting itself is always very clean and well-organised. Sophia regularly introduces new toys tailored to each child’s interests. For our son, this included a builder’s toolbox with wooden hammers and screws, which he absolutely loved.
Our son also eats very well at Sophia’s. The food is thoughtfully planned, homemade, and encourages healthy habits. He’s even learning to use cutlery from a very early age, which has been wonderful to see.
Another huge advantage is Sophia’s flexibility with days and drop-offs/pick-ups, which makes a big difference for our family.
Overall, we feel Daisy Daycare is a hidden gem, and we couldn’t be more thrilled to watch our little boy thrive there each day.
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Maddie
on 28/04/2026
My daughters started at the beginning of the year and I couldn’t be happier with the care my children receive from Sophia and her staff. From the very beginning, she has been warm, welcoming, and incredibly professional, which instantly put us at ease. It’s clear how much she genuinely cares about the children in her care, treating them as individuals and supporting their development in such a thoughtful way.
My kids absolutely love spending time here they go 3 days a week 8-6pm and always come home happy, settled, and full of stories about their day. She provides a clean, safe, nurturing environment with a great balance of learning, play, and routine since starting they’ve been on lots of trips to. I’ve really noticed a positive difference in their confidence, social skills, and overall happiness since being in her care.
Communication has also been excellent—she keeps me updated regularly and is always approachable if I have any questions or concerns I message her throughout the day and she always responds and she sends me photos of what my girls are up to everyday to. Knowing my children are in such capable and caring hands gives me real peace of mind.
We would highly recommend her to any parent looking for a reliable, kind, and dedicated childminder.
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Kineta
on 07/04/2026
I cannot believe what I have just read!
Is this the same child minder that my child with special /medical needs attend?
This is my story experience.
It was so difficult finding a place for my daughter with all the complications and difficulties she has, unable to sit, crawl stand, eat, respiratory issues NG feed, name it she had it. Disheartened was an understatement.
She was 10 months old.
I took her there just to see how she would react and wow she took to Sophia unlike anyone or anywhere else.
This gave me confidence as I watch the interaction. She told me she will be fine and explained her plan for her going forward.
We left with me feeling overjoyed and she smiling.
Yes, she caught colds but like any developing child and her with poor immune system I accept ed it for what it was.
She has thrived, she enjoys going there and miss it when she is not.
The staff there have worked so hard in giving her the care and support needed. From being unable to sit to now standing, crawling, speaking like a parrot. Using her arms to help feeding herself.
I can’t give them enough credit for all they have been and is doing for her. Without their support I would have been lost.
Sophia especially has supported and pointed me in the direction for help and support for her at home while she sought it for her during her care within her establishment.
Excellent support and care is an understatement.
Where I can honestly comment overall I provide them with her food and she is always fed unless she says no of which I am promptly informed.
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on 28/03/2026
Response by
Sophia
on 28/03/2026:
Thank you so much for your kind words truly mean a lot.
As I always say, it is an absolute pleasure to care for your little Madam and to support her through her developmental milestones. Working alongside you, as well as other professionals, allows us to provide the very best care and support for her journey.
It is incredibly rewarding to watch her grow from strength to strength. By working closely with occupational therapists and speech and language specialists, and combining my own SENCo knowledge with the expertise of my team, we are able to support her individual needs in the most effective way.
This is what makes the setting it is today. We are deeply passionate about what we do and always strive to give our little ones the best possible future and opportunities for development.
Thank you again! I truly appreciate your review.
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