Val Smi
Childminder in Woking
My Summary
About Me
Hi my name is Val, I live in Knaphill and have been a GOOD Ofsted registered Childminder for
24years and have a wealth of experience in looking after under 5's.
I offer a very nurturing home from home environment for the children to play and develop. I
believe that babies and toddlers need this foundation, it is imperative for their emotional well
being knowing that they are safe and valued.
I offer a wide range of toys and equipment to suit the ages of the children I care for. I have a
safe and secure outdoor area with a wide selection of ride on toys, trikes, prams, dolls and
a lovely children's playhouse.
During the week we visit toddler groups, childminding groups and soft play where the children
can socialise with their peers, sing songs, play musical instruments and run around to keep
active. I celebrate the children's birthdays, Christmas, Easter and other religious festivals.
At home I do lots of reading stories with the children, simple number and letter books for early
recognition. I also have a large collection of arts and crafts for the children to enjoy.
I follow the Early Years Foundation Stage and will track your child's progress at each stage of
their development. I will provide photos showing a variety of fun and activities they have shared
whilst in my care.
My Experience
I have looked after many children of all ages with some as young as 5 months.
I help them develop into happy, social and independent little people under my care.
I have some amazing reviews from parents some whom I have become great friends
with, I you would care to read them please click on the above link.
My Qualifications
My main qualification is experience. I have my first aid certificate,and have completed my safeguarding children certificate and the majority of my work has come from recommendation over the years.
My Availability
My availability is between 8 and 5.30 Monday to Thursday. I also provide 9+ months government funded places.
My Fees
- Childminding from £7.00 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
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.
My Documents
- Ofsted Certificate (added 09/02/2026)
Reviews
5 out of 5
Latest reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Val Smi. 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.
Val has looked after both our daughters, so we've been with her for around 3 years now. Our children have loved going to Val's, and my youngest who first went to Val about 6 months ago has settled so well - she doesn't even seem to miss me!
Val offers such a caring environment for children, and they do so much fun stuff - trips to toddler groups, soft play, painting, playing outside, singing and dancing etc. Val's daughter, Lauren, works with her too, and the children adore her. She's clearly great at interacting with them and they have so much fun with her.
I feel so lucky that we found Val when we moved to the area. It's so reassuring to know that my children are going to a happy, fun, safe home for the day while I'm at work.
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ShonaW
on 01/07/2025
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Val Smi
on 12/02/2026:
Thankyou Shona for your lovely review I have loved looking after both your girls xxxx
Val together with her daughter Laurene were taking care of my son for almost 9 months. Unfortunately, we had to leave. They were doing a brilliant job and my son liked them so much that he didn't want to come back home last days. I don't think we will be able to find a better childminder.
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Saeed
on 05/09/2022
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Val Smi
on 05/09/2022:
Thankyou so much for your review Saaed we loved looking after Sahand very much we were so sad to see him leave xx
Val looked after my 3 year old son at the last minute, when I needed childcare for my father's funeral. My son was happy to go to Val's to play with no time for a prior meeting and when I collected him, he asked when he could go back! He had a lovely time.
He is a sensitive chap and this reassured me that Val is a gentle, kind childminder which is the vibe I got from chatting with her. I'm very grateful for her help and would absolutely use her childminding services in the future. She is a genuine, kind person who both my son and myself warmed to straight away. As well as this her communication was very good, and I have only positive things to say! Thanks Val.
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Sarah
on 01/12/2021
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Val Smi
on 01/12/2021:
Hello Sarah thankyou so much for your lovely review which was a pleasant surprise.
I'm so happy you are coming back to use my services in a couple of weeks looking forward to seeing you both again. Val xx
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