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Shee Cares

Childminder in Dartford

5 stars
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20.7 miles from W14 0BJ Female Member since Mar 2011 Last Updated Jul 2025 Last Login 22 Jul 2025

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My Summary

Experienced Childminder With Outstanding Practice – 23 Years In Early Years Care

Ofsted Registered
Overnight Care
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
Flexible Hours
Childminder Assistant Job
Key Worker Childcare
I'm Covid-19 Vaccinated
9 months old Funded Childcare

About Me

ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR SEPTEMBER INTAKE.

Welcome to Shee Cares. My name is Sheila, and I’m a highly experienced, fully qualified childminder based in Dartford with over 23 years of dedicated childcare experience.
I offer a warm, loving, and stimulating home-from-home environment where children feel safe, happy, and supported in their early development.
I have a designated playroom equipped with resources that meet the requirement of the seven areas of development and my curriculum encourages children to engage in self-directed play, as well as teach-led activities.
I also have a spacious secure garden with plenty of outdoor learning opportunities, and live within a closed proximity to local parks, river walks and the local library. I follow the EYFS framework closely and provide a wide range of age-appropriate activities designed to help children grow, explore, and learn through play.
If you're looking for a caring, experienced childminder who genuinely loves what they do and offers a high standard of childcare, please don’t hesitate to get in touch. I’d love to chat or arrange a visit so you can see my setting for yourself.

Looking forward to meeting you and your little one!

My Experience

I have previously been rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted and most recently received a ‘Good’ rating—though it was recognised that much of my practice remains consistently outstanding. I continue to maintain the highest standards of care and education and take great pride in the strong relationships I build with both children and families.

I have looked after a range of children with varying needs and from a range of backgrounds. This has given me insight and skills that help me to understand, support and develop the children whilst they are in my care.

I am highly rated by the parents who use and have used my setting and have very good references from previous parents (see reviews below).

My Qualifications

Throughout my career, I have maintained an unwavering commitment to excellence in early years care and education. I remain proactive in upholding best practices, continually updating my knowledge and qualifications in line with current legislation and guidance. I hold all the mandatory childminding qualifications.

Qualifications:

•NVQ Level 3 in Early Year Care & Education
•DBS Checked (on the Update Service)
•Paediatric First Aid
•Food Hygiene
•Birth to Three Matters
•Child Protection and Safeguarding
•Deaf Awareness & Sign Language
•Creative Skills
•Community Fire Safety

My Availability

Mon - Fri 7:30am - 6:00pm

Also available for Holidays and Emergencies.

Morning Drop Off & Afternoon Pick Up from: Fleetdown Primary School, Fleet Community Nursery and Fleet Day Nursery.

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Last Updated: 20/07/2025

My Fees

  • Childminding from £7.00 per hour

Fees are subject to hours and days required. From £7.00 per hour. I offer up to 30 hours Government Funding to eligible working families for their 9 months to 4 years olds.

My Local Schools

  • I provide drop offs and pick ups at Fleetdown Primary Academy

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
30 September 2024
A warm and welcoming environment awaits children at this good-rated childcare setting. Independence and communication skills are nurtured through well-embedded routines and consistent language promotion. The setting fosters cultural awareness, offering experiences that broaden children's understanding of their community and the wider world. While the overall care is of high quality, there is room for improvement in adapting group activities for the youngest children to ensure full engagement.
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1 November 2018 - Outstanding
26 May 2016 - Good
16 July 2014 - 3
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My Documents

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  • DBS Check (added 13/11/2020)
  • image/svg+xml Ofsted Certificate (added 14/06/2020)
  • Training Certificate: Professional Association for Childcare and Early years (added 13/11/2020)
  • Exam Certificate: Child protection level 2 (added 13/11/2020)
  • First Aid Certificate (added 13/11/2020)
  • Exam Certificate: NVQ Level 3 in Childcare and Education (added 13/11/2020)
  • Inspection Report: OFSTED Inspection Report (added 14/06/2020)
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Reviews

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Parents say

This childminder consistently receives glowing reviews for providing excellent care. Parents praise the clean, welcoming environment, delicious homemade food, and the caregiver's patience and dedication. Children thrive under her care, developing well and enjoying their time. The childminder is commended for her educational approach and individualized attention to each child's needs.
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Latest reviews

Below are the latest reviews for Shee Cares. 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.

Could not ask for a better childminder!

5 stars

Sheila looked after my son since he was 11 months old and I could not ask for a better caregiver for him. He has developed and flourished since being with her. He has never been sent home sick as her setting is so clean. He eats well and loves her variety of homemade food. Big thank you to Sheila for everything and looking after our little man 🙏🏼.

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by Avatar for Ellie Ellie on 05/03/2025

Outstanding experience (still ongoing)

5 stars

My baby is two years, old with sickle cell anaemia. Sheila, have been looking after him for over a year now, and he is never been unwell. My son is very happy and active. The environment is calm, welcoming, warm, spotless, clean. The food just like secondary school dinners, is delicious. I can highly recommend this amazing, God-fearing, great personality lady to everyone. She is excellent in communication, she played a massive role in my recovery from my depression. My baby is safe, and hardly has a runny nose. I am forever grateful finding this lady on this site.
Note: she has no clue that I am doing this review. I can keep going, if I have all day.

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by Avatar for Evelyn Evelyn on 23/09/2023

Excellent Care

5 stars

Sheila looked after my daughter for over two years. It took a while for my daughter to settle but Sheila was very patient and displayed such care towards her. My daughter loved going there, Sheila's setting was very welcoming and she loved playing with the other children. Not only did Sheila care for my daughter's well being, she also sought to ensure she received a great educational experience. If your looking for a childminder who is caring, patient and reliable - Sheila is definitely the person for you!

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by Avatar for Akosua Akosua on 21/09/2023

Outstanding

5 stars

My son was looked after by Sheila for over a year. She is amazing with so much heart and caring mindset. It was wonderful to see my son get excited about going to her setting.
Sheila really makes an effort to engage the kids and develop them in a very individualised way.
The setting is a safe, fun, and loving environment and we’re very thankful to Sheila for her outstanding work.

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by Avatar for Ronke Ronke on 02/09/2022

A home away from home

5 stars

I cannot speak more highly of Sheila. She took such amazing care of my youngest child. She goes above and beyond and her setting is a child’s paradise. The warm, stable environment and love she provided really helped prepare my daughter for starting school and we will certainly be keeping in touch!

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by Avatar for mamabett mamabett on 30/07/2021

Excellent child care

5 stars

Sheila has been looking after my kids for the last few years and she has been absolutely amazing! Kids just love her and I feel reassured that a kind and trustworthy person is looking after them! I strongly recommend her for the care of the little ones!!

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by Avatar for gmonan gmonan on 20/07/2021

Top notch childcare provision

5 stars

We have been with Sheila for several years where she has cared for our 2 children. Sheila is professional yet warm, kind and firm when required. Her setting is always clean and presentable and she actively provides stimulating learning and fun activities for the children to participate in. Her flexibility is an asset.
At no point have I ever been worried about the children, as Sheila is cautious and safe. Having that peace of mind as a working parent is priceless!! My son swears by her jollof rice too, its great!
If your looking for a home away from home safe place, look now further, arrange your interview immediately!

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by Avatar for Loragape Loragape on 14/05/2021

Best of the best

5 stars

Sheila is;
Very Welcoming
Patient
Kind
Loving & caring
Commited

She not only embraced my 3 years old but also my 8 years old and myself. More than a childminder, more like family. Her children are as amazing, any child will feel comfortable in Sheila's home.

Only reason we had to leave Sheila is because we moved counties. We all miss her dearly and will recommend her any day.

👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

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by Avatar for Celest Celest on 09/01/2020


Response by Avatar for Shee Cares Shee Cares on 03/02/2020:

It's a pleasure dear, I'm missing you and the boys too.

The best childminder ever

5 stars

Sheila looked after our daughter Joella for almost 2 years. Our daughter was well looked after .we had no concerns. We are very lucky that we found Sheila .She is simply the best! She welcomed our daughter and treated her like family. She makes all the children feel so welcomed / sense of belonging, that has helped our daughter with her confidence and development esp being there with other children young and old and it’s really nice seeing her with them all and creating such wonderful bonds. She regularly updates us with her progress and recent activities through face to face , progress tracking book and whatsapp .She has a range of activities/toys and took our daughter places such as to playgroups.. Sheila was also very flexible and reliable. She had on so many occasions helped us when my husband got stuck in traffic from work.
We have never had any doubt about our daughter's safety when she was with Sheila. We would highly recommend Sheila to anyone who is looking for trusthworthy and reliable childminder . Thanks for everything Sheila.

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by Avatar for Miser Miser on 25/09/2018

Professional and flexible.

5 stars

Sheila K has been caring for both our children for a few years now. Even when my 3 year old was away for an interim he fondly remembered her and had no adjustment issues when he returned.
She offers a friendly and professional warm caring environment to the children in her care and provides freshly prepared nutritious meals.
The care offered is to a very high standard and I highly recommend this setting.

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by Avatar for Loragape Loragape on 26/09/2016

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