Little Ducklings
Childminder in Weston-Super-Mare
5.0
My Summary
Weekday & Weekend Availability *Funding Accepted* September 2026 Availability
About Me
Hello and welcome to Little Ducklings childcare. I am an Ofsted registered childminder based in Weston-super-Mare. I provide home based childcare for children aged around 12 months to 3 years throughout the week and all aged children on school holidays, weekends and most bank holidays.
I hold an Enhanced DBS certificate, am fully insured, and have qualifications in Paediatric First Aid, Safeguarding Children, Food Hygiene, and other relevant areas of childcare. I also work alongside a registered assistant, enabling us to provide attentive, high-quality care and support for all children within our setting.
My aim is to provide a warm, welcoming, safe, and stimulating environment where children feel valued, secure, and supported. I am committed to helping each child learn, develop, and grow in confidence, encouraging them to become happy and independent learners.
I offer a wide range of age-appropriate toys, games, and learning resources, as well as a spacious garden with plenty of outdoor play equipment. Outdoor play forms an important part of our daily routine and is enjoyed in all weather conditions where appropriate.
There will also be occasions for the children to go out on outings / trips. This could be at playgroups, parks, the beach, children’s centres and other locations.
The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework is closely followed, ensuring that children have access to a wide range of engaging and enjoyable activities that support their individual interests and developmental needs. Through play-based learning and meaningful experiences, children are encouraged to reach their full potential and make the most of every day they spend at Little Ducklings Childcare.
My Experience
I am an Ofsted-registered childminder, registered since 2021. As a parent to two children aged 9 and 10, I bring both professional and personal experience to supporting children’s learning, development, and wellbeing. I am committed to providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where children feel valued, supported, and encouraged to reach their full potential.
My Qualifications
I hold an enhanced DBS certificate and am fully insured. I have completed training in Paediatric First Aid, Safeguarding Children, and Food Hygiene, ensuring I maintain high standards of care, safety, and wellbeing for all children in my setting. In addition, I regularly undertake continuing professional development and complete further training throughout the year to keep my knowledge and skills up to date. This enables me to remain informed of current legislation, best practice, and the evolving needs of children, ensuring I provide the highest quality care and support.
My Availability
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Open Monday to Saturday (Some Sunday’s may be possible).
Open most holidays.
Summer holiday / half term childcare available for primary school children.
School pick ups available from Mendip green primary on Monday’s and Tuesday’s.
My Fees
- Childminding from £7.50 per hour
Sessions & prices (All meals are included free of charge).
Weekdays
* Early session: 8:00am – 9:30am — £16
* Regular day: 9:30am – 3:00pm — £43 (or funded)
* Later session: 3:00pm – 5:00pm — £19
DISCOUNTS available:
* Morning + Later session to add to funded sessions: £30 (£5 discount)
Covers a full day from 8:00am – 5:00pm
* All sessions / Full day (non-funded): £71 (£7 discount)
Covers a full day from 8:00am – 5:00pm
School pick ups from Mendip green primary school (until 5pm):
One child £12 Second child (sibling) £10 Third child (sibling) £8
Includes light tea or snacks.
School holiday childcare (Y1 / Ages 5+) 9am until 3:30pm - £44 8am until 5pm - £58
Weekends & Most bank holidays. (Not open every Sunday, please enquire)
Saturdays 9am - 4pm. Sundays 10am - 4pm.
Please ask if you need hours outside of standard opening times. Additional fees apply.
Under 3’s - £82
3&4 year olds - £75
5-7 year olds - £65
Over 8’s - £59
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Open throughout the year - Not just term time (please get intouch if you’re looking for term time only).
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
- SCHOOL HOLIDAY CHILDCARE.
- MENDIP GREEN SCHOOL PICK UP available on Monday’s and Tuesday’s.
- 15 / 30 HOURS GOVERNMENT FUNDING ACCEPTED (hours will be stretched due to the setting being open year round instead of term time only)
- TAX FREE CHILDCARE.
- CLAIM UP TO 85% CHILDCARE COSTS BACK IF YOU’RE WORKING AND CLAIMING UNIVERSAL CREDIT.
- WESTON COLLEGE FUNDED CHILDCARE ACCEPTED.
(Updated September 2025)
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
- DBS Check (added 09/12/2021)
- Ofsted Certificate (added 09/12/2021)
- Proof of Covid-19 Vaccination (added 09/12/2021)
- First Aid Certificate: Paediatric first aid training (added 09/12/2021)
Reviews
5 out of 5
Parents say
This childminder receives outstanding praise from parents for providing exceptional care in a safe, stimulating environment. Families consistently highlight excellent communication, flexibility, and dedication that gives complete peace of mind. Children thrive, forming friendships and developing well whilst enjoying varied activities, nutritious meals, and regular outdoor adventures.
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Latest reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Little Ducklings. 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.
As a first time mum returning to work when my child was 9 months old, finding someone I trusted wholeheartedly to care for my son was difficult. We spent 1 month with a childminder before I trusted my mum-gut and pulled him out. I also tried him in a nursery, and pulled him out. The anxiety to leave him was now worse!
But then there was Charlotte. As soon as I met Charlotte and spent time looking around her home, I knew instantly my son would be well cared for with her, and importantly, he’d have fun! And I couldn’t have been more right. My son had now spent 4 years with Charlotte and he absolutely adores her. She has provided an environment for him that is not only a safe space, but a place for him to make mistakes, learn, and really hone in on the things he loves doing. He has made great friends, some of which he will be starting school with, and he is leaving charlottes more than ready for primary school. Although he already can’t wait for the holidays so he can go back to charlottes again!
I will never be able to thank Charlotte enough for the last 4 years, and I hope every mum who has to leave their babies to return to work, manages to find themselves a Charlotte❤️
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Lauren
on 15/08/2026
My children started with Charlotte this year and they couldn't be happier. Charlotte is very professional, caring and has excellent communication. I love the updates I receive from how my children have spent their days with Charlotte. Highly recommend Charlotte and very grateful to have her as my children's Childminder.
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Charlott
on 14/08/2026
Charlotte has been looking after my children for over 4 years, and I honestly couldn’t recommend her highly enough. She is incredibly reliable and has always gone above and beyond for our family, especially during times when we’ve had family emergencies and really needed her support.
My children absolutely love going to Charlotte’s. They always have so much fun, while I have complete peace of mind knowing they are safe, happy and very well cared for. Charlotte has become someone we can truly trust and rely on, and we are so grateful for everything she has done for our family over the years.
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Sandra
on 14/08/2026
Charlotte provided childcare for both of my children for over two years, and I couldn’t recommend her highly enough. She is excellent, friendly, caring, and always took the time to listen to any concerns I had. She would then make sure she provided extra support in those areas and always kept me updated.
It has been wonderful to see how much my children have developed whilst in her care. They were always so happy to be there, which gave me complete peace of mind knowing they were safe, happy, and well cared for.
Charlotte has been fantastic with both of my children and I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a kind, reliable, and dedicated childcare provider.
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Louise
on 14/08/2026
We have been incredibly fortunate to have had Charlotte look after our youngest child before he transitioned into full-time school. Across our experience with raising two children, we have employed three different childminders in total, and Charlotte was by a wide margin the absolute best.
Her home features top-quality facilities that provide a safe, clean, and highly stimulating environment for children. The care she delivers is deeply supportive, balancing emotional well-being with excellent early-learning activities that gave our son a wonderful head start.
The standard of nutrition in her setting is also exemplary. The meals she prepares are superb, offering an incredible variety of healthy, fresh food that often left me wishing I could eat alongside them!
In addition to the indoor environment, Charlotte places a fantastic emphasis on playtime and outdoor adventures. She frequently takes the children to local parks and recreational areas. A brilliant highlight of her service is that trips to premium local attractions, including Puxton Park, are fully included as part of her childcare package.
We cannot recommend Charlotte highly enough. She sets the gold standard for childminding, and any family would be incredibly fortunate to secure a place for their child in her care.
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Lawrence
on 14/08/2026
My child attended for two years and we have been very happy with the care provided. They were always well cared for, had lots of fun and enjoyed every day. Communication was always great, and we always felt reassured that our child was happy and well looked after. We would highly recommend Charlotte
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Moira123
on 14/08/2026
The best childminder
Very flexible, kind and professional
My kids were very happy here
So much entertainment and even birthday parties
Highly recommended
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neringa
on 21/06/2026
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