Jessica
Childminder in Thetford (also available for babysitting)
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Female Member since Oct 2019 Last Updated Jul 2025 Last Login 07 Aug 2025
My Summary
Little Gardiner's Childminding And Babysitting Services
About Me
I am 31 years old and have worked in a nursery setting for 10 years where I gained all of my qualifications, including safeguard training and SEND training, which I went on to use as the settings SEND CoOrdinator I am hard-working, committed, flexible, and responsible. I am paediatric first aid trained, too.
I am a creative person who enjoys making different things and finding new things to do.
My Experience
I have over 10 years of experience working in a local nursery. I started as an apprentice and worked my way up to a senior position and also became the nursery SENCo Coordinator. I managed the 2-3 year old room, but I do have experience across all age ranges. I worked as a full-time Nanny from February 2022 to August 2023 and thoroughly enjoyed spending my time in a loving and caring family home. I am an Ofsted registered child minder, and I love being able to customise my curriculum to meet the individual needs of the children I care for. I welcome your little ones in for days full of enrichment, creativity, and play, exploring their interests and building confidence and friendships all day long.
My Qualifications
Children and Young People in the Workforce Level 2 & 3
SENCo trained
Paediatric First Aid
Food hygiene
Safeguarding
My Availability
Full time & part time childcare positions available
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Before School | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Morning | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
| Afternoon | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
| After School | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Evening | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
| Overnight | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Last Updated: 31/07/2025 | |||||||
My Fees
- Babysitting from £15.00 per hour
- Childminding from £5.50 per hour
My hourly rate is £5.50 for the early years children.
I also accept government funded places for 9 month olds + up to 3 & 4 year olds.
For children attending school, I offer session prices of the following,
Morning,
8:00am until school drop off is £6.00 which includes breakfast.
Afternoon,
From school pick up until 18:00pm is £15.00 which includes snack and refreshments, activities and crafts, and also trips to local parks and nature areas to explore before returning home for parents to collect.
My Local Schools
- I provide drop offs and pick ups at Honington Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
- I provide drop offs and pick ups at Barnham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
My Documents
- Ofsted Certificate (added 31/07/2023)
- DBS Check (added 20/04/2023)
Reviews
5 out of 5
Parents say
The childminder provides exceptional care in a nurturing, rural setting. Children enjoy outdoor activities, day trips, and a home-like atmosphere. Parents praise the childminder's empathy, professionalism, and ability to foster confidence and learning. The service offers a supportive environment for both children and parents.
Summary generated by AI from the text of recent member reviews
Latest reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Jessica. 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.
Jess is an amazing childminder. Her rural location made an idyllic outdoor setting for my little one. Everything about the Jess’s set up gives off traditional home vibe! This is why we chose Jess over the other contemporary places we viewed. Her home is surrounded by trees and fields, the connection to nature is strong. This can be seen in the activities she provides for the children. My little one comes home looking as though they have explored and not just played. Activity wise - Jess has a large garden kitted out for all ages and my little one loves playing out there. Jess takes them on day trips and I always get photos with lots of laughing and happy face. A happy face I haven’t been able to capture myself, this is how I know I picked the right person to look after my precious!
Jess as a person - Jess is extremely empathetic and kind. She knows her stuff! You can tell she’s in it for the kids. The connection she has with them feels like just an extension to the family. That mixed with Jess’s home makes for a blissful union.
Children are in a school setting for over 10 years of life. I wasn’t in any rush to put my little one in such a setting too soon. Jess provides a space for them to grow and refine that isn’t structured like a school. It’s not just a house.. Jess provides a home
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Ashley
on 23/07/2025
Jess is a very professional childminder. She has been amazing with my son, he has been with Jess from the day she started up her new journey and she has been nothing but amazing with him. My son can't wait to get to Jesse's house to go out exploring or playing in the amazing facilities she has at home. It is home from home for the children and the confidence and experiences he has had whilst in Jesse's care has been nothing but perfect. Both me and my son are going to be sad to be leaving Jess at the end of the summer as he's off to primary school, but he will still be attending Jessie's during holidays times whilst I'm working.
I wouldn't send my son anywhere else other than with Jess and he would rather be with jess than at home most days and that alone fills me with all the confidence in Jess and all she does for the children that attend her childminding service
Thabkyou Jess for all your hard work and dedication to all the children in your care.
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Danielle
on 23/07/2025
We feel incredibly fortunate to have found someone as caring, kind, and genuinely compassionate as Little Gardiners . From the moment we met her, it was clear that she wasn’t just offering childcare—she was offering a nurturing, safe, and emotionally supportive environment where children are truly seen and heard.
Her kindness radiates in everything she does. Whether it's getting down on the floor to play, offering a comforting hug during a tough moment, or patiently explaining things in a way little ones understand, her empathy is unmatched. She listens not only to the children, but to the parents too—with understanding, respect, and a true desire to help.
What sets her apart is how attuned she is to each child’s needs. She recognizes their unique personalities, adapts her care accordingly, and always encourages their growth and confidence in the most gentle and affirming way. My child comes home happy, secure, and full of stories about the fun they had and the love they felt.
It’s rare to find someone who so naturally blends professionalism with deep emotional intelligence. Jess is more than a caregiver—she’s a trusted partner in my child’s early development and well-being. I am endlessly grateful for her presence in our lives.
If you’re looking for someone who will treat your child with the same love and care as their own, look no further, Jess has become part of the family, She’s truly one of a kind!
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Emily
on 14/07/2025
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Jessica
on 14/07/2025:
Thank you so much! I can't thank you enough for choosing and trusting me with you little one. The time I have spent with your family will be truly treasured forever, thank you!! 😊
Our son has been going to Jess' since he was just over a year old and he is about to turn 3! He looks forward to seeing Jess every week and most days I cannot tear him away. Jess not only takes amazing care of our boy but sets engaging activities for the children all throughout the day which cater to their specific needs. The setting is amazing with a huge outdoors space and lots to do. We feel so confident that our son is happy, healthy, learning and above all having so much fun with Jess and I would recommend her to anyone.
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Kirsty
on 14/07/2025
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Jessica
on 14/07/2025:
Thank you so much for such lovely words. I can't express how much your family means to me and the joy your little boy brings me every week. 💙
My daughter absolutely loves coming to Jess she attends 3 days a week and always has the best time, my daughter used to be a very shy little girl when she first started and now she’s like a total different little girl really come out of herself, Jess is very kind and careing and amazing with the children there always learning new things, my daughter also has a lot of food allergies and Jess manages them so well 😊
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Maria
on 14/07/2025
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Jessica
on 14/07/2025:
Thank you so much for your kind words. Your little girl has become such a huge character in my setting and it's such a pleasure to spend my days with her, laughing and watching her grow and develop. 💓
I managed to get the girls in with Jess at Little Gardiner’s when I arrived at Honington after being let down by another provider. I truly believe everything happens for a reason, it meant that the girls got to spend precious time with Jess before and after school. As a single, full time working parent, having a childminder you can trust is paramount, and knowing she cares deeply for your babies makes everything so much easier. Jess has done all of this, she has been incredible. My girls love her and she takes them on the coolest adventures, does trips to the park, makes cute things with them, helps make learning fun, she does gardening with them… the list is endless! and one last thing, she supports the children but also supports the parent which is why Jessy is a stand out childminder ❤️
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Julia
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