Barbara
Childminder in Bedford
Usually responds within 12 hours
Female Member since Jun 2025 Last Updated Jul 2025 Last Login 08 Aug 2025
My Summary
Nurturing Childminder With Vacancies
About Me
I’m a newly qualified childminder I am a mum to 2 girls who are teenagers. I’m excited to be able to offer a nurturing caring and home from home environment for your child to play and learn. I will offer individual care so your child can thrive and their needs will be met. I’m professional and passionate on giving your child the best outcome through good communication/feelings of being safe and embracing their individual interests. I am big on outdoor play have a a garden but will also visit in various settings/experiences within the community
My Experience
I am a qualified learning disability nurse and health visitor with over 20 years experience. I was the send champion within my role and this has led to my passion making my setting inclusive for children with additional needs. I have completed my childminder qualification covering EYFS safeguarding paediatric first aid areas of development and play
I can offer access to an online gp parent courses also access to my childminding app where you can view your child’s experiences throughout the day .
My Qualifications
Childminder
Learning disability nurse
Health visitor
Safeguarding lead
Paediatric first aid
EYFS compliant
My Availability
Before and after school Monday to Friday
Hours of work can be flexible for shift workers
General hours 8-5.30
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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: 28/07/2025 | |||||||
My Fees
- Childminding from £7.00 per hour
Variable according to hours
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
- Childminding Agency Certificate (added 13/07/2025)
- DBS Check (added 12/07/2025)
- First Aid Certificate (added 13/07/2025)
- Training Certificate: Mandatory training for childminding (added 13/07/2025)
Reviews
5 out of 5
Latest reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Barbara. 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 couldn’t be happier with the care Barbara provides. Our child loves going each day and always comes home happy and full of stories. She has created such a warm, safe, and fun environment. We’ve seen real growth in our child’s confidence and social skills. Highly recommend!
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Overall
by
michelle
on 17/07/2025
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