Nicola
Childminder in London: Southwark
My Summary
About Me
Hello! I'm a friendly, caring and experienced Ofsted-registered childminder with over 11 years of professional childminding experience.
I have been providing childcare since April 2015 and am based in Bermondsey, London, where I have lived my whole life.
As a mum myself, I understand just how important it is to find someone you can trust to care for your little one. My aim is to provide a safe, happy and nurturing home-from-home environment where every child feels loved, valued and part of the family.
Over the years, I have had the pleasure of caring for many children, supporting them through their early years and watching them grow, learn and develop into confident, independent little individuals.
I am passionate about learning through play and providing children with a wide variety of exciting experiences, including daily outings, farm visits, playgroups, arts and crafts, seasonal activities and plenty of opportunities to explore the world around them.
My setting offers a wonderful range of toys, books and educational resources to support children's individual interests and stages of development.
I pride myself on building strong, positive relationships with children and their families, providing a welcoming environment where parents can feel confident that their little ones are happy, safe and well cared for.
I look forward to welcoming new families into my setting! ??
My Experience
I am an experienced, qualified and Ofsted-registered childminder with a Level 3 childcare qualification, offering a fun, stimulating and nurturing environment for children from 9 months to 5 years and above.
No two days are ever the same in my setting! We love getting out and about every day, visiting local parks, farms, playgroups and other child-friendly places. I believe children learn so much from exploring the world around them, experiencing new environments and socialising with other children.
I particularly enjoy arts and crafts, and we do lots of creative activities throughout the year, including seasonal crafts, themed activities and celebrations. From painting and messy play to making Christmas decorations, Easter crafts and autumn creations, there is always something exciting happening!
My setting has a wide variety of toys, books, educational resources and activities suitable for different ages and stages of development. I encourage learning through play, helping children develop their communication, social skills, creativity, confidence and independence.
I follow the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), supporting each child's individual development while allowing them to learn at their own pace.
Above all, I want every child in my care to feel happy, secure and excited to come each morning. I treat the children as part of my extended family and take great pride in watching them learn, grow and achieve new milestones.
My Qualifications
I am an Ofsted-registered childminder with a Level 3 qualification in Childcare and extensive experience in early years education.
I have completed a range of professional training courses, including:
- Full Paediatric First Aid
- EYFS Learning and Development
- Safeguarding and Child Protection
- EYFS Safeguarding and Welfare Requirements
- Observation, Assessment and Planning
- Health, Wellbeing and Inclusive Practice
I am committed to providing a safe, caring and stimulating environment where children can learn, develop and thrive.
I follow the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework and use my knowledge and experience to support each child's individual learning and development through play, exploration and everyday experiences.
My Availability
My usual working hours are Monday to Thursday, 8:00am–6:00pm.
I can offer an earlier start from 7:30am for an additional charge, subject to availability.
I welcome children from 9 months to 5 years and offer both full-day and part-time childcare, depending on available spaces. Also offer half term care for older children.
I accept funded childcare hours for eligible children aged 9 months to 4 years, as well as Tax-Free Childcare payments.
Please feel free to contact me to discuss your childcare requirements, ask any questions or arrange a visit. I would love to meet you and your little one!
My Fees
- Childminding from £8.00 per hour
My standard childcare rate is £8.00 per hour.
My usual working hours are Monday to Thursday, 8:00am–6:00pm.
Early starts from 7:30am may be available at £10.00 per hour.
I accept government-funded childcare hours for eligible children aged 9 months to 4 years, as well as Tax-Free Childcare payments.
Please feel free to contact me to discuss your childcare requirements, availability and fees. I am always happy to answer any questions.
My Local Schools
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My Ofsted Inspections
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My Documents
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- Enhanced DBS Check including Children's Barred List Issued 19/12/2016 Securely stored
- Ofsted Certificate Issued 27/03/2017 Securely stored
- UK Passport Issued 12/04/2019 Securely stored
- UK Driving Licence Issued 03/11/2025 Securely stored
- First Aid Certificate Issued 13/09/2025 Securely stored
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This profile was last updated on 5th November 2026 and has been produced from information provided to us by the user. We have not verified or confirmed the accuracy of any of the information and members should undertake their own vigorous checks and references. Please ensure you read our Safety Advice and information on how to Check Childcare Provider Documents.