Filipa
Childminder in York
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Female Member since Aug 2021 Last Updated Oct 2025 Last Login 07 Oct 2025
My Summary
Hummingbirds' Nest
About Me
Hello, I’m Filipa! Caring for children has always been at the heart of my life and inspired by Waldorf education and the insights of Emmi Pikler, I created The Hummingbirds’ Nest—a space where little ones can feel safe, cherished, and free to grow at their own rhythm.
Each day here is filled with warmth, presence, and plenty of opportunities for play and wonder. Children are invited to explore their surroundings freely, discovering the joy of nature and the beauty of simple, everyday moments.
Together, we cook and bake, filling our nest with delicious and nourishing smells. We sing songs, tell puppet stories, create with our hands, and care for our surroundings—small rituals that bring us together, offering rhythm, comfort, and a sprinkle of magic to our days.
What parent’s say:
“Filipa is incredibly attuned and sensitive to the needs of the children she cares for, and treats them with such respect and compassion.”
"It is the perfect mix of calm and fun where they all bring each other so much joy and love."
"Everything Filipa does is thought through with the utmost care."
“Filipa truly gets to know each child, & provides the authentic connection that they need.”
*NOTE: I don't offer school drop-off or pick-up.
My Experience
I bring over 10 years of experience supporting children and young people, both with and without SEND, in a variety of roles—including Speech and Language Therapist, kindergarten assistant and Support Worker. Alongside my professional journey, I am also a mother to two girls aged 8 and 6, which has deepened my understanding of children’s needs and rhythms. In February 2021, I registered as a childminder, and by September that year, The Hummingbirds’ Nest opened its doors.
My Qualifications
• Holistic Baby and Childcare (Early Years Educator) – Level 3
• Basic Level Pikler Course – The autonomous Play Activity (ages 0-3y)
• Speech and Language Therapy BSc Honours
• Professional Association for Childcare and Early Years (PACEY) member
• Steiner Waldorf Schools Fellowship Member
• Safeguarding
• Paediatric First Aid
• ICO registered
My Availability
Monday to Thursday
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Before School | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Morning | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no |
| Afternoon | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no |
| After School | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Evening | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Overnight | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Last Updated: 05/10/2025 | |||||||
My Fees
- Childminding from £6.00 per hour
£45 per session
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
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My Documents
- Ofsted Certificate (added 23/08/2021)
- First Aid Certificate: First aid certificate (added 14/06/2024)
- Training Certificate (added 23/08/2021)
- First Aid Certificate (added 23/08/2021)
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