Charlie

About Me

Hi, I'm Charlie, a mum to a wonderful 4-year-old.

My home is a safe, fun, and nurturing environment for your child to enjoy. I offer A peaceful, safe, nurturing, slow-paced environment, rooted in nature, rhythm, and simplicity. This is a home-from-home for children aged 2+, where childhood unfolds gently and organically.

Our days are mostly spent outdoors, wandering along country lanes, exploring woodlands, paddling in streams, and pottering about at our mini allotment. There are no overstimulating soft plays, busy parks, or noisy playgroups here — just real-life adventures, fresh air, and space to be.

Children are gently included in the flow of the day, helping to prepare wholesome meals, learning to grow their own food, and gaining confidence through hands-on experiences. We take a clean-living approach to food and home life: no artificial fragrances, no harsh chemicals, no ultra-processed ingredients. Meals are cooked with care using non-toxic, safe kitchenware and simple, nourishing ingredients.

We live as a family with my own four year-old son, and the day flows in a way that feels natural for the children in our care. Alongside free play and time in nature, I gently introduce a seasonal nature study from Blossom & Stardust into our daily rhythm, offering opportunities for curiosity-led learning inspired by the world around us.

When we’re not out on our adventures, there’s a cozy reading nook for quieter moments, and a creative space where children can explore their talents — painting, music, singing, dancing, and more. They also have their own little station within the kitchen to prep their own food.

Nap times aren’t scheduled, children rest as and when they need, whether that’s on a floor bed, a beanbag in the garden, or lying back in the grass under the open sky.

This is a home where childhood is unhurried, wholehearted, and woven gently into real life.

Ages: 2 years and up

Days: Currently any day but no more than 3

Hours: 7am to 6pm ( minimum 4 hours)

Year-round, not term-time only

I accept both funded and paid hours.
Paid hours are charged at £12ph.

No pickups or drop-offs — drop-off and collection must be arranged by parents

Suitable for childminding and homeschool respite

Fully DBS checked and pediatric first aid certified.

If you’re interested in securing a space at my childminding setting, please leave a comment or send me a private message with your email address. Over the next couple of weeks, I will be putting together an information pack and will send it out as soon as it’s ready. At that time, you’ll have the opportunity to arrange a visit.

School pick up: I am no longer.offering school pick up