Jo A
Childminder in Anerley (also available for babysitting)
Usually responds within 2 hours
Female Member since Dec 2010 Last Updated Sep 2023 Last Login 05 Dec 2023
My Summary
Little Addingtons Palace
About Me
I’m a 43 yr old mum to 3 children, 2 boys and 1 girl, ages 14, 8 and 4 years old
from Crystal Palace where i run my childcare business called Little Addingtons Palace with garden and very close to local play parks.
I am a caring and loving childminder who enjoys working closely with families to nurture children's needs and developments, working through the EYFS. During the summer I run a free stay play where I open my garden to parents and guardians playing in the local play park offering free refreshments while children learn through play, I put out bikes, scooters and all different activities for families to enjoy.
A very active mum who enjoys days out, singing, dancing, cooking, doing puppet shows, story time and much much more.
Looking to work from my home with a family who would take into consideration my 2 younger children and school run times from James Dixon primary school at 8.30am & 3pm
Non smoker
Non driver
Accepts tax free childcare payments
Playgroup fees and meals included
DBS update service checks available upon request
Insured with PACEY
Autism, SEN and allergies experience
COVID -19 vaccinated
My Experience
I have 3 children of my own and had many babysitting and nannying jobs
Experience with children with allergies
Paediatric health and safety trained
Been a reliable, efficient and flexible nanny for 10 years
Taught Autism/SEN year 1 pupil for 6mnths in school
My Qualifications
I have completed a number of courses which I have certificates for, consisting of
LEVEL 1 Award in Caring for Children
LEVEL 2 Certificate in Supporting the Wider Curriculum in Schools
LEVEL 3 Award in Preparing to work in home based Childcare
Paediatric first aid trained
All certificates and updated DBS check available on request at home visit
My Availability
Mornings, evenings and weekends
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Before School | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Morning | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Afternoon | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| After School | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Evening | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Overnight | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Last Updated: 21/09/2023 | |||||||
My Fees
- Babysitting from £10.00 per hour
- Childminding from £8.00 per hour
£70 daily rate
My Local Schools
- I provide drop offs and pick ups at James Dixon Primary School
My Ofsted Inspections
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My Documents
- Exam Certificate: safeguarding (added 21/09/2023)
- Exam Certificate: PREVENT awareness (added 21/09/2023)
- Exam Certificate: managing allegations (added 21/09/2023)
- Exam Certificate: understanding development (added 21/09/2023)
- Training Certificate: level 3 Award in childcare (added 21/09/2023)
- Proof of Covid-19 Vaccination (added 05/09/2022)
- Proof of Covid-19 Vaccination (added 05/09/2022)
- Ofsted Certificate (added 11/04/2022)
- Training Certificate: Level 2 certificate in supporting the wider curriculum in schools (added 11/04/2022)
- Childminding Agency Certificate (added 11/04/2022)
- First Aid Certificate: First Aid (added 11/04/2022)
- UK Passport (added 29/01/2022)
- DBS Check (added 25/01/2022)
- Training Certificate: CACHE LEVEL 1 Award in caring for children (added 25/01/2022)
Reviews
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Jo babysat for my two kids and instantly bonded with them and they felt very comfortable and happy in her company! :)
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Jo had been a lifesaver! She had been flexible and adaptable, to come and babysit my little one on a day’s notice when I am travelling and working crazy hours. She very quickly made good rapport on the first day and my child warmed up almost instantly so will definitely recommend her and use her support again. Thanks again Jo!
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Joanne has been a real god send for me.
She has put so much effort into my little girl who loves spending time there. She has helped massively when comes to potty training making it much easier for me.. even giving me tips and advice that guess what?? worked...
She also had a background in teaching which makes her qualified in a child's behaviour and learning and this reflects. I am so glad I found her as she really has been my life line when comes to be able to work crazy hours and at the drop of a hat. My daughter has flourished since being in Joanne's care and I can't rate or recommend her enough...I will ALWAYS send my little one here as she is very content. It's hard to come by good, trust worthy people, but I have found that here. Thanks again Joanne and family (especially her youngest Billie who always helps out and has become good firends with my one)... thanks for all your hard work guys with my little miss. Its very much appreciated.
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jo is a lovley lady kind and friendly had my kids at short notice and very resonable. my kids have enjoyed it so much i would highly recommendand will 100% have jo again thankyou
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Joanne came round and looked after our 13 month old whilst we had our first night out as a couple since he was born. She did a great job, especially in settling him down when he randomly woke up crying. Would recommend and use again.
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