Shine
Childminder in Thornton Heath (also available for babysitting)
My Summary
About Me
Hi my name is Pat, I am a social, caring and professional child carer. Having previously had a career lasting 32 years with the London Fire Brigade Equality & Diversity team, I have since trained to become an Ofsted Registered childminder. I have lived in the Thornton Heath area for over 50 years. I am married with 3 children, and we live in a 4 bedroom home with a secure garden a few minutes walking distance from Thornton Heath station.I also have a clean driving license and have been driving for over 32 years.
My Experience
I have worked with children in my Equality & Diversity role, I have also worked with vulnerable children & families on drugs/alcohol whilst completing my Counselling training and Mediation training. I have also successfully brought up 3 children, cared for my neice and nephew and have minded many other children for family and friends. I welcome families from all cultures and religions, I offer a fun and stimulating environment where children can feel loved, healthy and safe. and parents can have peace of mind knowing their little ones will be well cared for. I encourage them to learn,develop and grow whilst having fun, enabling them to fulfil their potential.
I am keen to emphasise lots of fun activities such as visiting playgroups, parks, libraries and other activities at home such as messy play, role play, literacy, numeracy – activities that will stimulate their minds in the different areas of EYFS learning, for example:
•Prime area of learning - PSED, communication & language and Physical Development and help older children complete homework and other school requirements.
Every child is unique – My experience in Early Years sets standards to ensure that the little ones in my care learn to develop well, promote ‘school readiness’ and give children the broad range of knowledge and skills that provide the right foundation for future progress through their school life.
I also have experience with newborn babies and I am available for school drop off/pick ups for older children.
My Qualifications
Home Based Child Care Level 3
Caring for Children Level 1
Pediatric First Aid
Safeguarding Training
Introduction to Mental Health Awareness
Stress Awareness Training
GCSE Nutrition & Cookery
Health & Hygiene
BACP in Counselling Level 4
Certificate in Mediation & Conflict Management
Data Protection Training
My Availability
I am available to work from 0730 - 2100 Monday to Friday. I do not work weekends/bank holidays but will consider if requested to do so.
My Fees
Fees available on request
My Local Schools
- I provide drop offs and pick ups at Ecclesbourne Primary School
My Ofsted Inspections
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My Documents
- UK Driving Licence [DELETED] (added 27/07/2023)
Reviews
5 out of 5
Latest reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Shine. 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.
Aunty Pat, what can I say about this amazing lady. Sent from heaven. Let me tell you I had been looking for a good childminder for 4 months. I kid you not. My son had a stroke and has difficulty with his hand, and I never would leave my son with just anyone. Not even family. I called Aunty Pat told her my struggle with a child with additional needs and she said bring him I would love to meet him. She was so personable, likeable, I felt like I was speaking to one of my actual aunties. Such a humble woman. I went to her house and met her in person and I felt like family, like I was home. She has an amazing spirit, let me tell you guys you will get many childminders out there but not a lot of them genuinely care about your child and have an amazing spirit. You want someone with a warm spirit who your child can take to. Aunty Pat had an amazing spirit and my family said yes she’s the one for Kaleem. My son is delayed in walking aunty Pat started helping him to walk straight away, she started getting him to use his right hand as soon as we got there. She even checked up on me to make sure me and my son was ok on the weekend. I’ve already seen improvements on my sons disability, and what I truly loved that she did was told the other children about my sons situation and to play with him and encourage him to use his right arm to crawl. Aunty Pat said to me I really want to help your son develop and become the best version of himself. She is the last of a few angels in this world. I take her like family. Look if you want a childminder that will look after your child like her own, is personable, amazing, kind, motherly and develop and grow your child into a well mannered, educated being reaching his full potential look no further. You found her. Trust me don’t look no further please cause there’s nothing out there. She even speaks positivity over my sons health. She tells me he will be ok, and that means a lot for me because I’m so low over my sons health and disabilities.
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Naomi
on 27/03/2026
Pat has been looking after my younger daughter, in her clean and loving home, for just over a year and I am beyond happy I found her. As a baby, my younger daughter clung to me and didn’t like many other people. She became comfortable with Pat very quickly and absolutely loves her days with Pat. Pat is extremely reliable and always goes above and beyond to accommodate our childcare requirements. Pat will often pick up my older daughter from nursery when needed. When both of us parents are out of the country Pat looks after both of our girls during the day as we know they are in safe hands. Pat always takes extra care when my daughter needs to take medicine or have cream applied throughout the day and I can’t express how valuable she is as a childminder. I most definitely recommend!!!
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Rio
on 11/03/2026
My daughter (7 years old) has been with Pat for about a year now and she enjoys her stay with her. Pat is everything I hoped I'd find in a childminder. I am very happy with Pat as she looks after my daughter very well. Pat is very reliable. She picks and drops my daughter off to school on time. Pat communicates well with me as well. What I also love about Pat is that she is very empathetic. She would try her best to accommodate us looking after my daughter when there is an emergency. I am a nurse so work long hours. I have no concerns with my daughter’s safety and well-being when she is at Pat’s. Pat creates a fun and educational environment. They go for walks to the park and to the library. Pat is a kind, patient person and fantastic childminder. I highly recommend Pat for anyone looking for top quality, reliable, caring childminding in Thornton Heath.
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Vani
on 09/11/2022
I am a new mum and Pat has been looking after my daughter for 6 months and I couldn't be happier. Not a bad word to say!! I feel comfortable leaving my daughter in such caring hands when I go to work. Communication is great and i am regularly updated with my daughters developments via pictures and a daily journal. Pats house has a lovely clean homely atmosphere with a special designated area filled with toys and interesting posters. If I was to have any more children, I wouldn't hesitate to let Pat look after them. : )
Nic x
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