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Dawn Marie Wharton

Childminder in Milton Keynes

5 stars
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Female Member since Jun 2010 Last Updated Aug 2025 Last Login 03 Sep 2025

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My Summary

Ofsted Registered
First Aid Training
DBS Check
Newborn Experience
Full Driving Licence
Own Car
School Pickups
Childcare Qualifications
2 Year old Funded Childcare
3 and 4 Year old Funded Childcare
Tax-Free Childcare
Key Worker Childcare
9 months old Funded Childcare

About Me

Hello, my name is Dawn and I am a registered childminder based in Fairfields, Milton Keynes. I live with my partner and our two children, who are now 21 and 16 years old.

I have always had a passion for caring for children, from looking after my own to supporting my nieces and nephews as they grew up. During my pregnancy with my youngest daughter, I realised how much I enjoyed creating a safe, fun, and nurturing environment for little ones, which inspired me to become a childminder.

I currently have full-time spaces available and would love to welcome new families. I also accept childcare vouchers and government funding to help make childcare more accessible.

If you’d like to find out more or arrange a visit, please feel free to get in touch—I’d be delighted to hear from you.

My Experience

I am a mum of two girls and have lots of nieces and nephews,
I regulary help out at my daughters pre school,I have been childminding since August 2010.

My Qualifications

As an Ofsted registered childminder with a CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Home-Based Childcare, I take my role very seriously. I also hold a full Paediatric First Aid certificate, and both my partner and I are fully DBS checked for your peace of mind.

Alongside my core qualifications, I’ve completed a wide range of additional courses covering child welfare, SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities), and education. This helps me to support every child as an individual, creating a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment where they can learn and thrive.

My Availability

I work Monday to Friday and can be flexible in times. I can do drop off and pick up from Fairfields School. I also drive so i can do pick ups and drop off.

? Childcare Space Available ?

I’ve had an unexpected full-time childcare space come up from the end of September (a little one is moving out of the area).

If you’re looking for a caring, fun, and safe place for your child, please feel free to message me – I’d love to chat! ?

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Last Updated: 27/08/2025

My Fees

  • Childminding from £6.50 per hour

Full time £6:50ph
Part time £6:50ph
After school spaces from Fairfield’s school £18 per session. ?
I don’t charge for my holidays.

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

The inspection grades below have been obtained from the Ofsted website based upon the registration number the childminder has provided to us. You should verify this information yourself prior to using the childminder.

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Good
14 July 2023
A warm and inviting environment awaits children at this childcare setting, which received a 'Good' rating in all areas. The provider focuses on developing communication and social skills, recognizing their importance in overall learning. Children are well-prepared for school transitions and benefit from an effective physical development curriculum. While partnerships with parents and professionals are strong, there is room for improvement in assessing long-term learning retention and enhancing staff professional development.
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17 January 2018 - Good
24 July 2014 - 2
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My Documents

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  • DBS Check (added 16/01/2023)
  • image/svg+xml Ofsted Certificate (added 25/01/2019)
  • Marriage Certificate (added 13/03/2023)
  • Training Certificate: level 2 safeguarding children (added 18/01/2023)
  • Exam Certificate: Promoting positive behaviour (added 16/01/2023)
  • Exam Certificate: Keeping children safe on the Internet (added 16/01/2023)
  • Exam Certificate: Ellie child development (added 16/01/2023)
  • First Aid Certificate: Paediatrics, first aid for Childcare (added 16/01/2023)
  • Exam Certificate: Food, hygiene and safety (added 16/01/2023)
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Parents say

The childminder is highly praised for providing excellent care, fostering development, and maintaining a nurturing environment. Parents appreciate the flexibility, support, and varied activities offered. Children thrive in the welcoming atmosphere, developing social skills and enjoying outdoor play. The setting is described as safe, playful, and a home away from home.
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Latest reviews

Below are the latest reviews for Dawn Marie Wharton. 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.

Skilful, dependable and flexible childminder

5 stars

I have a 3 year old boy currently attending day care at Dawn's place for 6 months now and it's been absolutely flawless. Dawn's been taking great care of the babies, and keep them well looked after, entertained and fed. My boy has gains lots of friends and vocabulary skills greatly improved since he began the nursery at Dawn's.

Recommended without reservation.

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by Avatar for Tianyi Tianyi on 28/08/2025

Gem of a childminder!

5 stars

Dawn has been an incredible childminder for both of my children—one attends full-time, while the other goes after school and during holidays. My youngest has truly thrived in her care, showing remarkable growth and development. Dawn's nurturing approach, combined with her flexibility and unwavering support, has made a world of difference for our family. I'm beyond grateful to have found such a gem of a childminder and couldn't be happier with the care she provides!

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by Avatar for Keely Keely on 05/09/2024

Exactly what we were looking for and more!

5 stars

Dawn is a fantastic childminder who provides exactly the care you want for your child. Our little one started when she was around 7 months old. Dawn has been so supportive in her development and provides the appropriate care needed and we can definitely see this. Dawn has a wealth of experience and has even helped us with being first time parents. Care that goes beyond the child and supports the parents is way more than we thought we would be getting!

Aside from this, we also have Jimmy! Jimmy also works with Dawn to provide childcare for all the children under their care. Jimmy is great and adds to the playful side immensely. I’ve not seen or heard of a setup like this before and ultimately, it adds to my comfort knowing there are 2 adults looking after our little one.

Dawn and Jimmy have a lovely and secure house setup with their own private garden which is configured so it a safe and playful environment outside.

Overall, you really can’t ask for anything better!

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by Avatar for Jason Jason on 05/09/2024

Fantastic childminder

5 stars

Dawn and Jimmy are absolutely fantastic with my 2 year old. She loves going to the childminders, they always ensure to do varied activities with her and plenty of walks outdoors. My daughter has really thrives in the friendly and welcoming environment and I am so glad we found Dawn. Would recommend to anyone looking for a childminder

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by Avatar for Cindy Cindy on 11/01/2023

Excellent childcare - Our daughters home from home

5 stars

As soon as I met Dawn and Jimmy I knew it would be the perfect setting for our 6 month old daughter, it is such a big decision to make choosing the right provider when they are so little!

Almost 2 years later we are always greeted with a warm welcome at pick up and drop offs. You can see how happy, clean and well mannered all of the children that they care for are, and I trust them completely.

They are very accommodating and have helped us out on a number of occasions when we have had last minute appointments / work events on, they are also great with our 6 year old.

You can see how much the children adore everyone in the household, my daughter always runs to the door at drop off and always has a smile on her face at pick up. You can always hear lots of laughter and fun at the door.

Highly recommended this lovely setting, feel very lucky to have found them, we will be forever grateful.

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by Avatar for Samantha Samantha on 05/01/2023

Absolutely wonderful Childminders !! 5Star *****

5 stars

Dawn and Jimmy are just wonderful! I never thought I would find a suitable childcare for my boy that would make me feel so confident that is in wonderful care but I did! And it’s Dawn and Jimmy. My 22 month old boy is just so happy when he is in their care that he can’t wait to walk out of the door every morning. My husband and I just can’t put into words how much we trust and like them! I work full time and so does my partner and knowing he is in such great hands is absolutely fantastic ! I couldn’t thank you guys enough! You are our angels xx

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by Avatar for ValeskaL ValeskaL on 08/06/2021

Great childminders

5 stars

My son loves going to Dawn and Jimmy's! Lockdown occurred not long after we got him settled, this meant a number of weeks out before we had to get him re-settled for the second time (parents nightmare!) and they were both so helpful throughout the whole process. They are so accommodating to any issues or queries I have, and my son now looks forward to going each day. He comes home with a big smile on his face and knowing he has lots of children to interact with each day is lovely. After seeing a number of childminders we let my older daughter decide who she would be happiest staying with, she chose D&J which confirmed our gut instinct, and I'm so glad we did!

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by Avatar for Brittany Brittany on 10/10/2020

Wonderful

5 stars

My daughter, aged 3 was with Dawn and Jimmy full time prior to starting school nursery. She absolutely adored her time with them both and was well cared for and entertained during that time. There was always something creative on the go, lots of time spent outdoors and she loved her food. I wouldn’t hesitate recommending them she really loved it and we had complete trust and confidence.

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by Avatar for Katie Katie on 26/09/2020

Brilliant

5 stars

Dawn & Jimmy have been looking after my youngest since she was 8 months old. She settled in amazingly and loves her time with them. They’re always doing lots of fun things, taking them for walks, playing in the garden and have lots to keep them entertained and help them to learn and develop.
They now also have my eldest after school and she has settled in so quickly and is always happy to go after school and has even asked to go in the school holidays! This is testament to the lovely setting Dawn and Jimmy provide.

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by Avatar for Emily Emily on 25/09/2020

Just WOW!

5 stars

Dawn and Jimmy offer the absolute perfect setting for my 2 and half year old, these guys are outstanding and the kids absolutely love spending time with them, they take them out for walks and do all sorts of fun and creative stuff with them.

My little one is always happy, well fed and clean, his talking has improved dramatically since he has started, Dawn always sends lovely photos and videos during the day of the fun things they do with the children whilst they are out and about, in the garden and indoors.

I trust Dawn & Jimmy completely with my child and am so glad I have found them, would 100% recommend.

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by Avatar for Sandy Sandy on 25/09/2020

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