Sarah
Childminder in Frome
Female Member since Aug 2023 Last Updated Jul 2025 Last Login 21 Jul 2025
My Summary
About Me
I have 1 space available on a Wednesday from September ’25. Potential to increase days in the future.
Welcome to Nightingale Childminding. I’m Sarah and I have been working within the Early Years sector since I was 18. I qualified as a teacher in 2012, mostly working with Reception and Nursery aged children. My passions with the early years include providing rich learning experiences using natural resources and using the outdoors to explore, play and learn.
Since having two children of my own I have chosen to become a childminder which has been a hugely exciting transition for me and my family. I live with my husband, daughter, son, and our tortoise shelled cat, Jessie. During the day it will only be me home with your child and we will walk daily to Hayesdown School to drop off and pick up my children too. We are a friendly household with lots of love and friendship to give. Our family is very much looking forward to welcoming you to our home.
Please do get in touch if you’d like to know more.
My Experience
My philosophy as a childminder is to create a safe, stimulating, and fun setting where young children can experience a ‘home from home’ environment whilst learning and building bonds with new friends. As a family we very much enjoy the outdoors and build this into our care each day with daily outings, exploring our local area. The children will be able to visit a local toddler group each week and meet up with other childminders and small groups of children at times. We will also have opportunities to visit local parks, woodland, libraries, soft plays, Longleat and other places within a 15mile radius.
My Qualifications
PGCE Early Years 3-7
Paediatric First Aid
Safeguarding in Education
Early Years Foundation Stage Teacher
Food Hygiene Trained
My Availability
I am currently open Monday to Wednesday Term Time only.
My opening hours are 7:30am to 5:30pm.
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
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| Before School | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no | no |
| Morning | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no | no |
| Afternoon | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no | no |
| After School | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no | no |
| Evening | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Overnight | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Last Updated: 07/07/2025 | |||||||
My Fees
- Childminding from £6.80 per hour
I offer Tax Free Childcare and both 15 and 30 hours funding from 9months, depending on your entitlements
My Local Schools
- I provide drop offs and pick ups at Hayesdown First School
My Documents
- Ofsted Certificate (added 10/01/2024)
Reviews
5 out of 5
Parents say
The childminder provides exceptional care in a warm, nurturing environment. Children develop new skills through various activities and outings. Parents appreciate the clear communication, regular updates, and photos. The childminder's home offers ample space for play, and her background in teaching ensures a fun, educational experience. Children form strong bonds with her and the other kids in her care.
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Latest reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Sarah. 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.
We are so thrilled to have found Sarah. She is a warm, friendly, fun and nurturing childminder. Our little boy is developing so many new skills, words and experiences through spending time with her. She is amazing at communicating everything we need to know, keeping in touch with regular updates and photos and end of term reports, all which are very grateful for. She has a lovely home with spaces for the kids inside and out. Our little one is very found of Sarah, her family and the other children she looks after - as are we! Thank you so much Sarah!
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Annelies
on 31/01/2025
Sarah is an outstanding childminder who provides a warm, nurturing environment where children feel safe, happy, and valued. Her patience, creativity, and dedication to each child's development truly set her apart. Coordinating pick-ups and drop-offs at Hayesdown First School has been seamless, and seeing my son run to her each morning, excited for the day ahead, speaks volumes. It has been the best experience, and any child in Sarah’s care is incredibly fortunate.
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Diane
on 29/01/2025
We are so lucky to have found Sarah - I cannot recommend her highly enough. She creates the perfect environment - fun, educational, creative and kind. Her background in teaching means that she is always well-prepared with a wide range of activities - crafts, days out, playtime - everything a little one needs. She can look after toddlers and babies together, ensuring that their different needs are met. And her two lovely kids - both of whom our daughter adored - are very much a part of the gang.
Sarah was our daughter's childminder 3 days a week for around 8 months, it was an absolute joy from start to finish, and we were all teary-eyed when the time came to move on to nursery.
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Andrew
on 06/09/2024
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Sarah
on 06/09/2024:
Thank you Andrew. We really did have so much fun! Huge amounts of luck at nursery 🥰
We were looking for a childminder in Frome and were recommended Sarah by a mutual friend. After visiting her at home we quickly knew our daughter would be happy as she began to explore Sarah’s own children’s toys.
Drop offs and pick ups were always very smooth and communication clear. We really appreciated the wide range of activities Sarah created for the children and the regular photos she shared with us.
Our daughter is now starting at a Nursery with many more children and we feel her time with Sarah has helped build her confidence and broaden her experiences.
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Joseph
on 19/08/2024
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Sarah
on 19/08/2024:
Thank you Joe! I’m super lucky to have been able to spend this time with you all.
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