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Katie

Childminder in Thurlstone

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Rates from
£4.95/hr
Member
7 years
Last seen
09 Jun 2026
Updated
Jun 2026
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My Summary

Ofsted Registered
Special Needs Experience
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
Free Smear-Test Childcare
Funded Childcare

About Me

Welcome to Thurlstone's Little Explorers

My name is Katie and i live in Thurlstone with my partner Andrew and my 10 year old Twins Ella and Jacob.

I have a Degree in Early Years and have been working in Early years for the past 16 years, in 2019 i felt it was the right time for me to mive into childminding and provide care in a welcoming, caring and homely enviroment where flexable hours are available all year round.

If you need help with childcare please do not hesitate to contact me via email
im happy to chat to discuss your needs further or arrange a visit.


Many Thanks
katie xx

My Experience

After gaining my Degree i worked in a range of settings on supply to then land a teaching assistant job in a Primary school within their foundation stage unit working with children aged 3-6years for 9 years within that time i have worked with children with SEN and english as an additional language.
Im also a mum to 10 year old twins which is an experience in its self.

Im happy to give you references if requested.

My Qualifications

I have
* Degree in Early Years
* Early Years proffessional status - level 6
* Designated safeguarding lead Training
* Paediatric first aid training
* Basic Makaton
* Food Hygiene
* Childminding course
* Adhd and autism training
* various training for speech and language development

My Availability

I offer Early years care for children aged 0-5 years Tuesday to Friday -
I will have spaces available Tuesday , Thursday and Friday from September 2027 for Early years childcare.

Iam open 48 weeks per year.

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Afternoon
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After School
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Evening
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Overnight
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Available
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Last updated 09/06/2026

My Fees

  • Childminding from £4.95 per hour

I offer funded childcare for 9months plus, 2 year olds and the 3-4year old funding.
There are additional charges for consumables - food, snacks, outings etc

My hourly rate is £4.95

My opening hours are currently 8am - 4pm

My 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.

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Good
22 July 2022
A recent inspection has found that this childminder creates a welcoming environment where children make good progress in their learning and development. The report highlights effectiveness in promoting communication skills and independence. Children enjoy opportunities to follow their interests and build knowledge. Planning supports progress across all areas of learning. To further improve, the childminder should ensure consistent challenge and engagement for all children in activities.
Summary generated by AI from the text of the inspection report.

My Documents

  • Ofsted Certificate (added 11/01/2024)
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