Carly

About Me

2 Wednesday spaces available from September 2024


Welcome to Maison de Mémé!
My name is Carly and I am an Ofsted registered Childminder in Tonbridge, close to the high street.
Within my setting, I provide a French/ English speaking, nature-based environment for all children within my care, inspired by the Curiosity Approach - we are currently working towards our accreditation!

Within my Childminding setting, I use my fluency in the French language, adapting a dual-language approach in which I use both French and English to engage with the children, gradually increasing the use of the French language as the children become more confident. Children sing French nursery rhymes and songs to support their learning of the language and French literature and texts are readily available in the cosy book corner. I believe it is such an asset to have the ability to speak another language and I have a passion for sharing it with future generations!

At Maison de Mémé, we adapt a nature-based approach to learning. We are inspired by the Curiosity Approach, using natural and found objects to support children’s learning and to ignite awe and wonder in the children. Children are provided with different learning opportunities and provocations to learn daily through inviting and enriching activities and play spaces. We use delicate and natural objects, teaching children of the delicacies of these objects and the cause and effect of handling them. This allows children to gain independence and to develop the skills they require to become well-rounded adults.

Outside activities are essential to children to allow them to become independent thinkers and learners and to instil calm in a potentially overwhelming technological, modern world. Children will venture on a range of different walks within the beautiful local area and immerse themselves in busier surroundings with visits to the shops and quaint little cafes. I am passionate to allow children to fully immerse themselves in nature to ensure positive wellbeing in every aspect.

We also use our large garden for the mud kitchen, large outdoor play building and to nurture and harvest plants such as herbs and vegetables. Water play and some craft activities are completed in the garden and children can explore and learn of the different plants, flowers and herbs.

At Maison de Mémé, I have a friendly, timid cat named Matilda. She is great with my baby daughter and she provides a source of care for the children, allowing them to understand the responsibilities of looking after an animal.

Our house previously belonged to my partners grandmother, hence the name Maison de Mémé (Nanny’s house), so the house is a much loved space with many memories within its walls and many more to be made!

My setting is cosy and inviting to ensure that your children are comfortable in a home-from-home environment, allowing them to feel at ease and happy. As my ratios are small, children are guaranteed a very personal learning and development experience as they receive the upmost attention. I consider our setting to be a community in which everyone is a part of and are able to thrive and develop essential life skills to become well-rounded adults.

I draw on elements of Montessori in terms of behaviour and independence. Children are encouraged to be independent – children can choose the activity they wish to do, pour their own beverages, choose their breakfast and collect their cutlery and tableware. All of these small independent steps build to a growth of independence for the children. In terms of behaviour, children are encouraged to always be kind and in incidences of difficulty in behaviour it is encouraged that the child take ‘temps calme’, calm time, and to afterwards reflect upon their behaviour.

Ratios are kept low to ensure that children are receiving the upmost attention to ensure strong learning and development in line with the EYFS. I provide day-care to 3 young children during the day and use Tapestry, providing parents and carers with daily updates and strong observations.



My opening hours are 8:30am-6pm.
Wednesday, Thursday, Fridays only
I look forward to caring for your little ones and please do get in touch to discuss your childcare requirements.


À bientôt!