Laura
Childminder in Epping Forest
5.0
My Summary
About Me
Hello, I am an Ofsted registered childminder, grade OUTSTANDING. I live in a caring family home with 4 very happy children . All children i look after are treated like my own, they feel comfortable and relaxed, as if they were at home .
I thoroughly enjoy my job and I am always on the look out for new exciting activities, games and experiences to share with the children. I treat every child as a unique child and tailor their learning journey to their specific needs. I strive to bring enjoyment and excitement to every activity as I know that children reach their full potential when they are having fun!
Our home is clean, safe and full of toys, games and activities for children of all ages . We have a very large garden and a lovely new big playroom . Our playroom has its on specially designed garden which is ideal for under 5's. It is so safe with lots of age appropriate play equipment which creates lots of invitations for play and opportunities for children to gain independence and confidence.
We follow a nurturing routine which I have perfected over my 13 years of childminding, the children feel secure and safe, reaching their true potential with ease! The children flourish knowing what is coming next and it is very rewarding seeing young children listening and interacting so well at music and story time.
Children are fed breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks , which are all prepared here. We all eat together and children are encouraged to feed themselves to promote independence from an early age.
All children are supplied with a daily diary and a tapestry account this allows you to access your child’s photos and observations at any time . Children that require a nap are given their own cot with fresh bed linen and a baby monitor.
My Experience
I have over 13 years experience as a childminder and a mum! I have worked within mainstream schools and a special needs school. My caring nature allows children to feel calm and safe when in my home. Parents have commented that I have a natural ability to understand quickly what a child needs to help them progress and what makes them tick, many have asked my advice on sleep problems, weaning and toilet training. I have experience with twins, newborns , toddlers and primary age.
My Qualifications
Psychology degree,
Three A levels ,
Ten GCSEs
Level 3NVQ childcare ,
First aid qualified,
Safeguarding training,
Ofsted registered
DBS check
UK clean driving licence
Prevent Duty training
My Availability
I have availability , please feel free to contact me for more details .
My Fees
- Childminding from £8.50 per hour
I charge £85 per day this includes 10 hours of childcare between the hours of 7.30-5.30.All meals, snacks, activities and outings are included.
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.
My Documents
- Ofsted Certificate (added 03/03/2017)
- First Aid Certificate: Paediatric first aid (added 08/03/2017)
- Training Certificate: NVQ level 3 childcare (added 08/03/2017)
- Training Certificate: understand how to set up a home based childcare (added 08/03/2017)
- Training Certificate: pacey membership (added 03/03/2017)
Reviews
5 out of 5
Parents say
Parents are delighted with this childminder, praising the warm, nurturing environment and excellent care provided. Children have developed wonderfully in confidence, social skills and independence, and are excited to attend each day. The setting comes highly recommended, with consistent praise for the professional, caring approach and strong communication with families.
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Latest reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Laura. 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.
We couldn't be happier with our experience at Little Explorers. From the very beginning, the staff have been incredibly warm, caring, and supportive, making the transition into nursery so much easier for our little boy, Jack.
The team genuinely care about every child and create such a fun, safe, and nurturing environment where they can learn, grow, and build confidence. Jack has come on so much since starting—his social skills, communication, and independence have all developed wonderfully, and it's lovely to see how excited he is to go each day.
The activities are always creative and engaging, and it's clear that a lot of thought and effort goes into helping the children explore, learn, and enjoy themselves. The communication with parents is excellent too, and we always feel well informed about Jack's day and his progress.
A huge thank you to everyone at Little Explorers for everything you do. It's such a comforting feeling knowing Jack is so well cared for and genuinely happy. We would highly recommend Little Explorers to any parent looking for a caring, professional, and inspiring nursery. I am truly going to miss little explorers xx
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Natalie
on 07/07/2026
I honestly couldn’t recommend Little Explorers highly enough. Choosing them for my children has been one of the best decisions I’ve made.
Both of my children have attended Little Explorers and have had such wonderful experiences. They’ve grown in confidence, made great friendships, learnt so much. Knowing they were happy and excited to be there gave me complete peace of mind.
The care, attention, and support the team provides is brilliant. Every child is treated as an individual, and the nurturing environment they create feels more like a family than a childcare setting. They go above and beyond to ensure every child feels safe, valued, and loved.
I’ve recommended Little Explorers to five friends, and every one of them has thanked me afterwards because their children have had equally positive experiences. That says so much about the consistently high standard of care they provide.
As a parent, nothing is more important than knowing your children are happy, safe, and well cared for. Little Explorers has exceeded all my expectations, and I’ll always be grateful for everything they’ve done for my 2 children.
A huge thank you to Laura, Ellie, Cathy, Beth, and the wider team for everything you do and have done for my 2 kids. Sloane is going to miss you all ❤️ Xx
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Lana
on 06/07/2026
We are really happy with our child’s progress since joining Little Explorers. They are kind and understanding and our toddler seems really happy there.
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Karla
on 02/07/2026
My little girl has just finished her time with Laura after 2.5 years. From the minute I visited Laura, I liked her instantly as she seemed so lovely and down to earth, and I got a really homely and fun feel from her childcare setting. I had looked around some bigger nurseries but preffered the idea of a smaller, more personal surrounding for my little girl. Laura and her team have looked after my daughter from the age of 11 months and she has grown and developed so much during her time there, especially her speech and social skills and she had great fun in the process having made some lovely friends there. I'd 100% recommend Laura and her team to anyone looking for local childcare as they understand children and their needs and how to make every day there so much fun l. They were really supportive during all of my daughter's developmental steps too, such as when we removed her dummy, dropping naps and toilet training. Laura always had great advice and supported us all during these times. I've already signed up my 5 month old to start with Laura as soon as I go back to work in the new year.
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Lisa R
on 31/08/2021
My daughter has been with Laura for 3 days a week since she was 11 months old and we couldn’t be happier with care that she receives. Since starting at Little Explorers she has come on so much and they have done lots to help foster a love for learning and her desire to explore the world around her. She has also come on in leaps and bounds in terms of her physical development. I know that my daughter will be ok and that if she needs a cuddle, they will be there. My daughter has allergies and Laura has been great at accommodating them and making me feel ok that she is safe. I know my daughter is happy at Laura’s and loves going there, which makes me feel much better about going to work.
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Nicole
on 06/08/2019
Laura has looked after me 3yo daughter for a month of the summer holidays and I would not have wished for a better person to look after my baby. Laura is caring and welcoming, organised and makes everyday a special one. Her home is safe and is equipped with all the things a child would wish for and/or need.
My daughter has speach development issues and Laura has accommodated it at ease and we can see great improvements even after a month, as she has introduced elements of learning and development around speach in daily activities.
There is always something exciting planned for each day: visits to a farm, cinema, libraries and parks, Laura has even taken out the kids to a bike course ride.
Each day we would get a note about what they have been doing + menu, as well as photos for the week.
My daughter absolutely loved spending time with Laura and other kids and already is missing everyone.
I would recommend Laura with no doubt, if you want someone caring and professional to look after you child/children and a place where each day is a fun day and where he/she would feel at home!
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