WelliesAndWildflowrs

My Summary

Wellies And Wildflowers Childminding- Ofsted Strong In All Areas

My Experience

My experience in childcare includes work placements in both schools and nurseries, supporting established childminders, and working as a nanny before becoming a registered childminder. I am also a parent, which has further developed my understanding of children’s individual needs and development.

Alongside my childcare experience, I have worked in a variety of other roles, including fashion and training as a chef. These experiences have helped me develop creativity, organisation and adaptability, while also inspiring my passion for growing, cooking and sharing healthy food with children. This naturally forms part of our everyday learning through gardening, harvesting, preparing meals and exploring where food comes from.

I am passionate about creating meaningful learning opportunities through real-life experiences, outdoor exploration and community involvement. I regularly work alongside other childminders and local groups to give children a rich variety of social and educational experiences while maintaining the benefits of a small, nurturing home-based setting.

My Qualifications

I am committed to continually developing my knowledge and skills to provide the highest quality care and education for the children I look after.

My qualifications and training include:

• CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education
• Degree in Psychology, with a particular focus on Educational Psychology
• Paediatric First Aid (current)
• Level 2 Food Hygiene
• Safeguarding and Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) training

I believe learning never stops, so I regularly attend 1–2 professional training courses each month to ensure my practice remains current and reflects the needs of the children in my care. Recent areas of professional development have included attachment theory, toilet learning, behaviour and emotional wellbeing, communication and language, neurodiversity, and many other aspects of child development.

Prior to becoming a childminder, I worked for the National Autistic Society, where I completed a range of specialist training relating to autism and supporting people with additional needs. This experience continues to influence my inclusive, child-centred approach to caring for every child as an individual.

My Availability

Tuesday to Thursday 8/9am to 4/5/6pm

My Fees

• Childminding from £6.50 per hour

£6.50 per hour or childcare funding also accepted. £2 per meal and no additional costs