Amy1
Childminder in Ipswich
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Female Member since Sep 2018 Last Updated Jun 2025 Last Login 20 Jun 2025
My Summary
About Me
Spaces available for the summer holidays. Spaces available for CLIFF LANE PRIMARY SCHOOL drop off and pick ups.
I'm Amy, an Ofsted registered childminder, a mum of six. I started childminding 19 years ago when my eldest son was 3months old. I have worked within nursery settings and worked in various managerial positions throughout my life as well as running my own hobby business creating 3D casts of hands and feet. I enjoy arts & crafts, nature walks, swimming & cooking, all of which I encourage the children to participate with.
l offer a safe & stimulating, home from home environment where children can play, learn & develop. I have a range of both indoor & outdoor toys & resources for the children to use.
I like to work closely with parents, providing daily feedback, to ensure the child's needs are being met.
I enjoy taking the children out to various play centres, toddler groups, woodlands, parks & other local places of interest.
My Experience
I have a great deal of experience through raising my own children, the children I have looked after, and working within a nursery setting.
I have looked after children from age 3 months to teenagers.
I continue to take various courses to keep my training up to date & to further develop my skills.
My Qualifications
Diploma in home based child care
Paediatric First aid
My Availability
I currently have spaces available
I offer flexible contracts and funded hours.
I am happy to do early mornings
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
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| Before School | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no |
| Morning | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no |
| Afternoon | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no |
| After School | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
| Evening | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
| Overnight | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Last Updated: 15/06/2025 | |||||||
My Fees
- Childminding from £6.00 per hour
0-2 year olds = 8ph
2-3 years olds = £7ph
3+ = £6ph
Food, snacks, nappies and wipes are included within my prices.
My Local Schools
- I provide drop offs and pick ups at Cliff Lane Primary School
My Documents
- Ofsted Certificate (added 14/05/2025)
- UK Passport (added 19/10/2024)
- UK Driving Licence (added 19/10/2024)
- Exam Certificate: recording children’s development (added 12/05/2025)
- Exam Certificate: safeguarding children (added 12/05/2025)
- Exam Certificate: developing children’s learning (added 12/05/2025)
- First Aid Certificate: First Aid (added 02/02/2025)
Reviews
5 out of 5
Parents say
This childminder is highly praised for providing exceptional care in a warm, welcoming environment. Parents appreciate the engaging activities, creative crafts, and outings that contribute to children's growth and learning. Communication is consistently clear, and the childminder's enthusiasm, flexibility, and nurturing approach are frequently highlighted. Overall, parents strongly recommend her services.
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Latest reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Amy1. 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 have been incredibly grateful for Amy and the care she provides for our daughter. From the very first day, it was clear that Amy genuinely cares for the children in her care. She has created a warm, welcoming environment that allows our daughter to feel safe, loved, and supported. Amy goes above and beyond to provide engaging activities, and we can see how much our daughter has learned and grown under her care. Communication is always clear and prompt, and we love hearing about the fun things they’ve done throughout the day. Highly recommend!"
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Laura
on 07/02/2025
Amy looked after my daughter from when she was 9 months old. Amy was great with her and took her to baby groups, park & farm trips and did loads of creative crafts too. My daughter loved being with Amy and the other children that Amy cared for. Amy also sent pictures and details of what they had been up to on special days out
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Ebrown
on 01/02/2025
I first met Amy at a mums & tots group nearly 10 years ago when we both had little ones of a similar age. When it was time for me to return to work, I didn't think twice about contacting Amy.
Different weeks were different shifts & Amy was fantastic with flexibility. My son loved being with her, she's so enthusiastic in everything she does, she was so creative with him, always putting on great activities to do throughout the day's they had together, from mud kitchens, decorating cakes, going to the parks, play centres & tots groups but my son's favourite was playing football in Amy's huge garden! Everyday was different & my son being with Amy, never made me have that guilty feeling of returning to work, because he loved being in her company. Amy is as my title states! Enthusiastic, wonderful caring childminder.
I would highly recommend Amy. She's fantastic. 10/10.
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ShellWoo
on 01/02/2025
I highly recommend Amy. She is a warm, caring lady and an excellent childminder. It's always a fun and safe environment for the children. Amy creates a beautiful relationship with the kids, it's lovely to see! Cliff lane drop off and pick up too which is a win-win.
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Gemma
on 01/02/2025
I have wonderful experience with Amy. She has cared for my 9-year-old daughter on numerous occasions, and I couldn't be happier with the level of care and attention she provides. Her experience shines through in everything she does, and she always has a fantastic array of engaging activities and toys for the kids. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a nurturing and fun environment for their children!
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Noemi
on 01/02/2025
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