Claire
Childminder in York
My Summary
About Me
Welcome to **Nurture and Play Days**\.
I’m a warm, caring and dedicated registered childminder providing a nurturing home\-from\-home environment where children feel safe, valued and encouraged to learn through play\. I believe every child develops at their own pace, and I take time to build strong, trusting relationships with both children and their families\.
My days are filled with a balance of child\-led play, planned activities and plenty of outdoor adventures\. We regularly enjoy nature walks, visits to local parks, libraries, toddler groups and community activities, helping children develop confidence, curiosity and a love of the world around them\.
I follow the Early Years Foundation Stage \(EYFS\), planning activities around each child’s interests and developmental stage\. My setting supports communication and language, early literacy, creativity, independence and school readiness, while always ensuring children have fun\.
I offer a calm, welcoming environment with healthy home\-cooked meals and snacks, open communication with parents, and a genuine passion for giving children the very best start in life\.
I’d love to hear from you if you’re looking for a caring, reliable childminder where your little one can learn, grow and thrive\.
My Experience
I am a registered childminder with experience caring for babies and young children in a home-based setting. I have a particular passion for supporting children in the early years, helping them to develop confidence, independence and a love of learning through play.
I provide a nurturing, child-led environment where every child is valued as an individual. I have experience planning activities that support all areas of the EYFS, including communication and language, physical development, personal, social and emotional development, early literacy and mathematics.
I regularly take children on outings to parks, libraries, toddler groups, farms and local places of interest, giving them opportunities to explore the wider world and build confidence in different environments.
I am committed to continuing my professional development and regularly complete training to ensure my knowledge remains up to date. I am currently working towards my Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification and have also achieved Dingley’s Promise accreditation, strengthening my knowledge of inclusive practice and supporting every child to reach their full potential.
Building strong partnerships with parents is at the heart of my practice, and I believe that working together helps children feel secure, happy and supported both at home and in my setting.
My Qualifications
Qualifications & Training
* Ofsted Registered Childminder
* Paediatric First Aid (12-hour) – Current
* Safeguarding Children Training – Current
* Working towards Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification
* Dingley’s Promise Inclusion Accreditation
* Food Hygiene Certificate
* Regular safeguarding and continuous professional development (CPD) training to keep my knowledge up to date
* I follow the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework and statutory guidance.
* Full UL driving licence
My Availability
I work Monday to Thursday 8-5.30
My Fees
- Childminding from £7.20 per hour
£72.50 per day
My Local Schools
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My Ofsted Inspections
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My Documents
- UK Driving Licence (added 23/07/2026)
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