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Little Larks

Childminder in Braintree

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Member
1 year
Last seen
24 Jun 2026
Updated
Jun 2026
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My Summary

First Aid Training
DBS Check
2 Year old Funded Childcare
3 and 4 Year old Funded Childcare
Childminding Agency Registered
Tax-Free Childcare
9 months old Funded Childcare
Funded Childcare

About Me

We are Little Larks tiney Home Nursery: two married co-childminders (Ellie and Mim) who have been registered with Ofsted through a childminder agency and minding since September 2025. We have lived in Braintree since 2020, and have one cat called Scally, and two kittens called Al and Leon. Our setting is LGBTQ+ friendly, vegan friendly, with a focus on sustainability and we are passionate about nature-inspired, play-based learning.

We were delighted to receive an 'outstanding' rating on our first Quality Assurance inspection in February 2026.

My Experience

Since starting Little Larks, we have cared for five children, with ages ranging from 6 months to 5 years. We have absolutely loved building relationships with them all as individuals and seeing them develop.

"My child just loves going to Ellie and Mim. They really pick up on what she’s into and do loads of fun activities with her. She’s formed such a lovely bond with Ellie, her key person, and even though she’s not talking much yet, she says their name all the time!! You can really see how happy and settled she is. They’re honestly amazing with her, and we couldn’t be happier."

"[Child] settled very quickly with Mim & Ellie [...] he hit it off with Mim in particular and has a very close bond with her now.
He was their first child and I’ve had no issues at all. I’m very pleased and reassured. They both select great activities and learning for him. Their communication is faultless and the report writing etc is very thorough. I’ve found both Ellie & Mim to be very honest, open and adaptable. They’ve learnt some things along the way and are open to our feedback and suggestions."

There are also a large number of children amongst our extended family and friends (ranging from 0-10 years), who bring so much joy to our lives, and we love spending time with them; it is with them that our previous experience has been gained.

"I have no doubt that Ellie will make a great childminder. They have taken care of our son independently on numerous occasions at various ages and particularly from 6 months up. They’re attentive and attuned to his needs. Ellie’s playful nature tees up fabulously with young children."

My Qualifications

We have completed online EYFS childminder training through our agency, as well as Tigerlily paediatric first aid and government Safeguarding training.

My Availability

We are currently taking enquiries for September 2027 (two spaces available)

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Last updated 21/06/2026

My Fees

  • Childminding from £7.00 per hour

My Local Schools

This childminder has not yet informed us whether or not they provide any drop off or pick up services at local schools.

My Documents

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  • DBS Check (added 04/07/2025)
  • Childminding Agency Certificate (added 04/07/2025)
  • Training Certificate (added 04/07/2025)
  • First Aid Certificate (added 04/07/2025)
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