Clairesw
Childminder in Clacton On Sea
Female Member since Mar 2011 Last Updated Jan 2024 Last Login 26 Sep 2025
My Summary
About Me
I'm an ofsted registered childminder in clacton on sea area i have been a childminder for 20+ years, i have 4 children of my own.
i provide a loving,caring, welcoming, safe environment for all children in my care and do lots of activities supporting the early years foundation stage (EYFS), I attend local toddlers groups, parks, soft play centres, im involved in the local childminding network once a week which involves planning creative activities for children of all ages, we go on walks to country parks and the seafront and do educational trips out too, I am currently working towards my curiosity approach accreditation I am so excited to offer this amazing experience to children's learning, if you have never heard of the curiosity approach before please feel free to ask me I have lots of information about it I can happily share with you.
I have taken children to forest school which involves outdoor activities and experience using different resources for example using mashers to mash the mud, bug hunting,den making etc this is a great outdoor activity that children really learn alot from and have lots of fun.
Funding avaliable for 2,3&4 year olds please contact for more infromation.
My Experience
I have worked with children for 20+ years, starting as a childrens nanny, i have also worked in nurseries and now since having my own children have registered as a childminder which i have done for 20+years.
My Qualifications
ICO registered
cache level 3 certificate in childminding practice
NNEB diploma in nursery nursing
Early years first aid cerificate
Epipen certificate
Quality matters certificate
Group 3 ESCB level 2 in safe guarding children
Early years foundation stage certificate
Best practice rooms
Communication and language course
Fire safety awareness certificate
Level 2 the prevent duty certificate
Food allergy training
Autism awareness in early years certificate
senco level 3 trained
currently working towards my curiosity approach accreditation ?
My Availability
I am registered to care for children from the age of 0-8 years of age. My children go to holland haven primary school.
I currently have spaces available.
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My Fees
- Childminding from £6.00 per hour
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 17/02/2023)
- Training Certificate (added 23/08/2019)
- Training Certificate: Food allergy training (added 23/08/2019)
- Training Certificate: Safeguarding (added 23/08/2019)
- First Aid Certificate (added 23/08/2019)
Reviews
5 out of 5
Parents say
This childminder receives glowing reviews for providing exceptional care. Parents praise the numerous outdoor activities and adventures offered, which foster learning and social skills. The childminder's approach encourages children's confidence and curiosity. Families appreciate the nurturing, home-like environment and the positive impact on their children's development.
Summary generated by AI from the text of recent member reviews
Latest reviews
Below are the latest reviews for clairesw. 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.
My little boy has been going to Claire for almost 2 years now and he has just thrived in her care. He used to attend nursery and we quickly became concerned about how much freedom we felt he was missing out on by being stuck inside a room all day multiple days a week. With Claire he goes on SO MANY adventures allowing him tons of opportunity to learn whilst having fun with his friends. Some of these adventures include, beach trips, forest school, various play groups and regular days out with other childminders which has provided a great opportunity for our boy to expand his friendship group and continue to excel in communicating with others.
Claire is so down to earth and is not afraid to be silly with the children which we love and feel it has allowed our boy to feel comfortable to embrace being his crazy, whacky self.
Could not recommend Claire enough :)
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Cheyenne
on 01/08/2025
Claire has looked after my child for over a year now and she has become one of my daughters favourite people. My daughter wishes to "stay at Claires forever" My daughter has really grown in confidence because of Claire who gives her the space and guidance to grow and develop. She's had such a positive influence on my daughters first years.
She childminds how I wish to parent.
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Hayley
on 30/07/2025
Claire was recommended to us and I'm so happy she was! She is an amazing childminder. Both caring and professional and really invests and put effort in the children's wellbeing. She regularly takes them out on trips and takes on the 'curiosity approach' to play which my little girl really loves.
My little girl was initially quite unsettled at me going back to work but Claire took it in her stride and made the transition as seamless as possible. Now my little girl can't wait to go around to see Claire :)
Claire's is like a home away from home. My baby boy will soon be starting and I have every confidence he will settle and enjoy his time too.
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Rachel
on 31/05/2023
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