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Buds

Childminder in Witney

No reviews yet
Rates from
£8/hr
Member
5 days
Last seen
07 Sep 2026
Updated
Sep 2026

My Summary

First Aid Training
DBS Check
Full Driving Licence
Own Car
2 Year old Funded Childcare
Childminding Agency Registered
Tax-Free Childcare
9 months old Funded Childcare
Funded Childcare

About Me

Warm and welcoming home-based setting in Witney. My aim is to create a calm, nurturing and homely environment where children feel safe, valued and encouraged to explore the world around them at their own pace.
At Blooming Buds, I believe that children learn best through play, meaningful interactions and everyday experiences. I offer a balance of child-led play, thoughtfully planned activities, music and singing, sensory experiences, stories and plenty of outdoor exploration. We also enjoy regular outings and discovering what our local community has to offer.
I have a particular passion for early years development, babies and young children, and I love watching their personalities develop and seeing those little moments when they discover something new.
Being Italian, I also naturally bring both English and Italian into our everyday environment. Children are exposed to Italian through songs, stories, conversation and play, in a natural and relaxed way.
Blooming Buds is intentionally small, allowing me to build a strong relationship with each child and really get to know their individual personality, interests, routines and needs.
My priority is for every child to feel that Blooming Buds is a happy, safe and special place where they can simply be themselves, grow in confidence and enjoy their early years.

My Experience

My experience with young children comes primarily from being a mum and from caring for and supporting children in everyday life.
Through raising my own two young children, I have gained hands-on experience of the routines, needs and development of babies and young children, including feeding, sleep routines, settling, play, communication and supporting their growing independence.
I have also completed the training required to work as an Ofsted-registered childminder, including safeguarding and paediatric first aid, and I regularly continue to develop my knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage and best practice in childcare.
I understand that every child is different, and I believe that taking the time to get to know each child's personality, interests, routines and individual needs is an important part of providing high-quality care.

My Qualifications

Level 2 Supporting children and young people in school
Paediatric First aid
Safeguarding Children
Childminder / EYFS training

My Availability

8:30-1:30, term time only

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After School
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Overnight
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Available
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Last updated 03/09/2026

My Fees

  • Childminding from £8.00 per hour

Childcare only.
Parents to provide nappies, suncream, wipes and food

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

  • DBS Check (issued 15/05/2026)
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