Catherin
Childminder in Leeds
89.5 miles from B1 1DH Female Member since Jun 2025 Last Updated Jun 2025 Last Login 21 Jun 2025
My Summary
About Me
At Happy Hippos , we provide a safe, nurturing, and stimulating home-from-home environment where children can grow, learn, and thrive. Located in a quiet, family-friendly neighborhood, our childminding home is designed to support the unique needs of each child, from infants to school-age children.
With a focus on play-based learning and personal attention, we offer:
* A warm and welcoming atmosphere
* Age-appropriate toys, books, and learning materials
* Outdoor play in a secure garden
* Nutritious, home-cooked meals and snacks
* Daily routines that promote healthy development
* A strong emphasis on kindness, respect, and positive social skills
We follow the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework to ensure each child receives high-quality care and early education. Whether your child loves arts and crafts, nature walks, or storytime, there's always something exciting happening at Happy Hippos.
Your child’s happiness and well-being are at the heart of everything we do. We work closely with parents to ensure a smooth transition and consistent communication, so you always feel confident and informed.
Come visit us and see how we make every day an adventure in learning.
My Experience
Caring for my own daughter has given me first-hand experience in nurturing a child’s growth and development in a safe, loving environment. I’ve spent every day supporting her emotional, social, and learning needs—through play, routines, and plenty of cuddles. This personal journey has deepened my understanding of children’s behaviours and the joys and challenges of early years care, inspiring me to extend that same dedication and attentiveness to other families.
My Qualifications
Although I don’t hold formal childcare qualifications, I bring valuable hands-on experience, have completed a paediatric first aid course, and have furthered my knowledge through a range of online early years courses.
My Availability
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Before School | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
| Morning | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | 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: 21/06/2025 | |||||||
My Fees
- Childminding from £5.50 per hour
I have a late pick up fee and picking up and dropping off children at school fees
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 21/06/2025)
- DBS Check (added 21/06/2025)
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