Ark Childcare
Childminder in Rushmoor
Female Member since Apr 2009 Last Updated Oct 2025 Last Login 31 Oct 2025
My Summary
Part Time Space
About Me
Hello, our names are Amanda and Karen. We have been registered childminders for 40 years combined. We have enjoyed seeing all the children we care for grow, learn and develop in our home.
We have a part time space that has become available on a Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday for a 2yr+.
We work from a house in a cul de sac in Blackwater/Hawley/ we have 3 lovely small old dogs...Lexi, Ollie and Ted ( they are all amazing with children and have grown up with children)
We offer 30 hour funding and tax free childcare. Which we can stretch over the year.
We have a large enclosed back garden with with lots of toys, including cars, ride on bikes, sandpit, water table, play houses, climbing frame/slide, tree swing, outdoor kitchen area, digging area. We regularly do messy play such as painting, play doh, cooking etc. We have a dedicated playroom, with many educational and stimlulaing toys to suit a wide variety of children of all ages.
On a regular basis we attend varrying toddler groups, play gyms, parks, walks to local woods etc. All activites and experiences are recorded in a daily diary if required.
We offer a home from home environment and to enable the children to feel relaxed, confident and nurtured in our home and to be a part of our
My Experience
Amanda has been a registered childminder for 20 years , but has looked after children as a nanny since her first son was born (27 years ago) which has given her lots of experience of looking after children from all different backgrounds.
Karen was a foster carer for 16 years looking after a variety of ages. She became a registered childminder 6 years ago .
My Qualifications
As registered childminders we are fully trained in paediatric first aid and level 4 safeguarding.
We have also completed a CACHE level 3 Diploma in Home based childcare.
We also hold a NVQ 2 in Care.
As well as these we have attended varies courses promoting different areas of learning .
My Availability
We work Monday to Friday 8am - 5.30pm
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Before School | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
| Morning | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
| Afternoon | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
| After School | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
| Evening | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Overnight | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Last Updated: 20/10/2025 | |||||||
My Fees
- Childminding from £5.50 per hour
I currently charge £5.50 per hour, for under 5's, additional hours outside of my working hours will be charged at an alternative rate, these can be discussed if needed.
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
- Ofsted Certificate (added 15/04/2023)
Reviews
5 out of 5
Latest reviews
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My daughter attended for a year and has only left due to starting full time school.
I had never used a childminder before and my daughter struggled being away from home due to her formative years being in lockdown, however Amanda was amazing. Within minutes of visiting Amanda my daughter was off playing and got upset when we had to leave.
Amanda does so many days out (without extra costs to parents) allowing the children to safely adventure and use their imagination. She also does a lot at home, I got some lovely paintings, drawings and yummy treats made by the children.
Ollie & Lexie (Amanda’s doggies) are amazing, always so gentle with the children. My daughter absolutely loved them and now wants one of her own.
In just a year I have seen such a change to my daughter, the once shy and quiet little girl when out and about is now so confident and chatty. Amanda has played a massive part in helping my daughter grow.
I couldn’t have asked for a better childminder. So understanding and flexible, amazing communication and encourages children to their fullest.
I would 100% recommend Amanda. Her home is a home away from home ❤️
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Jessie
on 04/09/2022
My daughter has been with Amanda for 3 years. She was very good at settling her as she had not been looked after by a child minder before. My daughter is 9 and loves going there after school, especially helping Amanda with the younger ones, the dogs/cats and playing in garden.
Amanda is always friendly, never sick and flexible if I need her picked up or looked after for a bit longer than her contracted time.
I would have no hesitation in recommending Amanda.
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on 08/07/2016
Amanda has been looking after my daughter for 9 months, I visited various childcare establishments to find the perfect childcare for my daughter it never felt quite right but within 5 minutes of meeting Amanda i knew she was 'the one' Amanda was recommended to me by a friend. She has a warm and caring personality which I knew my daughter would feel safe with. My daughter looks forward to her days at Amanda's house, which is a real relief for a first time mum returning to work.
Since being with Amanda, Scarlett has been to Trilakes soft play, Play groups, Play gym, Swimming and daily trips out into the fresh air. On request I receive photographs/ reassuring messages sent to me during the day (all of which include my daughter with a smile on her face) this is just a small touch but makes the biggest difference.
Myself and my husband are incredibly grateful to have found Amanda and would highly recommend her to anybody looking for a safe and loving environment for their little one.
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JDavis31
on 07/07/2016
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