Tess
Childminder in Dagenham
5.0
My Summary
About Me
Hello, I’m Tess. a warm, patient and highly experienced registered childminder with over 20 years of childcare experience across nurseries, children’s centres, community settings, and early years education. I provide a calm, nurturing home-from-home environment where children feel safe, valued, and encouraged to grow.
My background includes roles as a Nursery Manager, Nursery Practitioner, Crèche Leader, and most recently a Research Assistant in a Baby Development Lab, where I work directly with babies and young children during developmental studies. This experience has strengthened my understanding of children’s learning, communication, behaviour and emotional needs.
I hold a First-Class BA (Hons) in Early Childhood Studies, a Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education, and up-to-date certificates in safeguarding, paediatric first aid, health & safety, SEND awareness, positive behaviour support, and data protection. I also keep my knowledge current with ongoing professional training.
WHAT I OFFER:
A caring, family-centred atmosphere where every child is treated with kindness, respect and patience
Play-based learning guided by EYFS principles
Age-appropriate activities that build confidence, curiosity, creativity and early communication
Clean, safe routines that support children’s wellbeing
A strong focus on emotional development, positive behaviour and self-regulation
Clear communication with parents and a warm, approachable attitude
MY APPROACH:
I believe children thrive when they feel secure, heard and understood. I take time to build trusting relationships and provide gentle structure, consistent routines and lots of encouragement.
With my experience supporting children from babies to preschoolers, I create activities that are fun, engaging and meaningful—whether we’re exploring sensory play, early maths, outdoor learning, storytelling, or imaginative play.
I am DBS-checked, fully insured, trained in safeguarding and paediatric first aid, and committed to providing a warm, reliable and high-quality service.
EXTENDED CURRICULUM:
*Early years education & phonics
*After-school care & homework help up to age 11
*Optional paid sessions in music, dance, tuition & performing arts.
My Experience
I have a degree in Early Childhood Studies and a Diploma in Childcare and Education, supported by over 20 years’ experience working in and leading nursery and childcare settings.
My Qualifications
Diploma in Childcare and Education
BA ( hons) Early Childhood Studies
My Availability
I’m available Monday to Friday from 8 am, I also offer late pick up, up to 9 PM
My Fees
- Childminding from £10.00 per hour
I charge £70 per day flat charge which includes a healthy breakfast. Lunch. Tea and snacks.
£15.00 per hour for childminding under 10 hours.
£10 per hour for school pick up.
Fresh home cooked meals included.
My Local Schools
- I provide drop offs and pick ups at The St Teresa Catholic Primary School
- I provide drop offs and pick ups at Roding Primary School
- I provide drop offs and pick ups at Southwood Primary School
My Documents
- DBS Check (added 19/11/2025)
- Childminding Agency Certificate (added 17/11/2025)
- Other (added 03/04/2026)
- First Aid Certificate (added 07/01/2026)
Reviews
5 out of 5
Parents say
Parents consistently praise this childminder for helping children settle quickly, even after difficult nursery experiences. She provides regular communication, nutritious home-cooked meals, and engaging educational activities in a clean, welcoming environment. Families particularly value her calm, professional approach and flexibility, with children thriving socially and developmentally in her care.
Summary generated by AI from the text of recent member reviews
Latest reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Tess. 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.
Our daughter has been with Tess for a little while now and we’re so happy she is settled and enjoying her time in her setting. We tried a nursery to start and our daughter had a really rough time there and just wouldn’t settle at all, but only after a week with Tess, she was calmer and doing better after drop offs. Now she waves me off at the door!
We receive consistent updates which is really nice to have and appreciated.
Tess is calm, caring and always puts the children first, with activities, care, and nutritious meals/snacks.
She’s very accommodating which has been even more helpful with me returning to work. Her home is clean and always set up for the children when we arrive
Our daughter loves Tess and being in her care, and has really developed her social, verbal skills and is definitely learning more everyday.
Would definitely recommend!
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Mica
on 08/07/2026
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Tess
on 08/07/2026:
Thank you for this review Mica, I’m so pleased to C settled and happy in the setting. I look forward to her happy smiles and hugs first thing in the morning 😊
Both my kids love her. My 2 year old was unsettled in the nursery for almost over a year. But as soon as we put him at Tess’s home nursery he was happy and settled within a week. He feels really safe and happy. My son is also learning and developing there according to his milestones. Tess has always made sure his needs were met and makes every day really interesting according to his likes. She also makes nutritious homemade food. She always communicates with me and gives me an update of my kids. She is also very flexible. Her house and garden is always very clean as well.
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Ishrath
on 03/04/2026
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Tess
on 03/04/2026:
Thank you so much for this review Ishrath, gives me such joy that the boys have settled well. I love having them in my setting.
I have been really happy with the care my child receives. Tess is professional, well organised, and always communicates clearly with me about how things are going. It gives me peace of mind knowing my child is in capable and caring hands. Tess is calm and creates a warm and structured environment where my child feels secure. She has a strong focus on education, good nutrition, and making learning fun.
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Emmam29
on 12/02/2026
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Tess
on 03/04/2026:
Thank you so much for this review Emma. I’m glad to see your daughter happy and settled.
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