Maria
Childminder in Kettering
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Female Member since Feb 2024 Last Updated Sep 2025 Last Login 17 Sep 2025
My Summary
About Me
Maria's Cuddly Pandas– A Home Where Curiosity Leads the Way
Inspired by Montessori. Rooted in Reggio. Guided by Curiosity.
Welcome to a unique home-based setting where children are seen as capable, curious, and full of potential. Here, we slow down, look deeper, and follow the spark in every child’s eye.
I’m a passionate Ofsted-registered childminder supporting early years development. My setting is a peaceful, culturally rich space inspired by Montessori independence, Reggio creativity, and the wonder-filled Curiosity Approach. I am able to provide bilingual care in Romanian and English, with playful introductions to Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Arabic and more, nurturing not only open minds but open hearts.
In our home, children are not just cared for—they’re known.Each day is filled with meaningful, open-ended experiences, natural beauty, and joyful discovery. Our space is designed to inspire awe, encourage deep focus, and celebrate each child’s unique rhythm.
I observe and document each child’s journey through photos, learning journals, and meaningful conversations with you, the parents—because partnership is key in helping your child thrive.
If you're seeking a nurturing, multilingual environment where your child can explore, express, and grow with confidence, curiosity, and care, I’d be honoured to welcome you.
Message me to arrange a visit. Let’s share a cup of tea and talk about the childhood you imagine for your little one—and how Maria's Cuddly Pandas can help bring it to life.
My Experience
I started to become passionate about child development after my first son was born and kept learning ever since. Most of my experience comes from childminding which gave me the opportunity to work and learn from children with different backgrounds and cultures. Raising my own two and occasionally looking after their friends or relatives provided lots of learning opportunities as well .
My Qualifications
Childminding agency required trainig
Pediatric first aid training
Prevent
FGM awareness
My Availability
8am to 6 pm during week days
Flexible hours and shift patterns to be discussed
Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
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Before School | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
Morning | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
Afternoon | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
After School | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
Evening | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
Overnight | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
Last Updated: 17/09/2025 |
My Fees
- Childminding from £6.00 per hour
Fees starting from 6 £ per hour during week days ,additional hours will be charged extra.
My Local Schools
- I provide drop offs and pick ups at Kettering Park Infant School
- I provide drop offs and pick ups at Kettering Park Junior Academy
My Documents
- Childminding Agency Certificate (added 07/03/2024)
- DBS Check (added 21/02/2024)
- EU Passport (added 21/02/2024)
- First Aid Certificate: Pediatric first aid (added 21/02/2024)
Reviews

Latest reviews
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Honestly she really is the best! My daughter loves going to Maria’s, she really has grew in confidence, interacting / playing with all the other children, even her speech has come along as she’s talking / having conversations with other children.
I definitely would highly recommend Maria, she’s very caring, lovely and just makes it so much easier when I drop my daughter off as I know she’s happy!
by
Kelsey
on 12/06/2025
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