Umaeyman
Childminder in Manchedter
My Summary
About Me
Hi my name is Sahra and I am originally from Somalia and I lived in the Netherlands for 13 years. I moved to the UK in 2005 and have 4 amazing children, aged 24, 21, 19, and 16. I truly enjoy looking after children, and have often helped and still help family members look after their children alongside my own. I can speak English, Somali, and Dutch fluently. I want to consistently engage with the parents of the children I care for, constantly trying to better help the children develop and enjoy their time with me.
My husband Nourredine can speak English, Somali, Dutch, Arabic, and Urdu fluently. Between the both of us, we have two cars available to offer pickups and drop offs.
We are an academic family, with my oldest child having graduated with a Mathematics degree, and two children in university, with the youngest starting her A-Levels. In terms of helping your child academically, we are very well positioned to do just that.
My local schools are Medlock Primary School, St Chrysostoms Primary School.
I am willing to be very flexible with regards to the hours that you would like your children to be cared for.
My Experience
I am an OFSTED registered childminder since the start of this year.
During my time in the Netherlands, I worked as a dinner lady, and helped the children as they played outside. I also helped the children while they were reading, correcting them with any mistakes. Since moving to the UK, I helped the school my kids went to whenever there was a school trip, even when the children were taken to swimming. I raised 4 kids as a stay at home mother, so caring for multiple children across age groups is not an issue for me. I live near the city centre, so any university students or people who work in town can easily drop off their children on their way to the lecture or shift.
Our house is bilingual, with English and Somali being spoken all the time. My husband and I speak Dutch and my husband can also speak Arabic and Urdu fluently, so your child will develop the skill of being able to hear and understand multiple languages.
We want to create a home away from home, a welcoming and loving environment in which your children can grow and develop. We have an adequate living space completely child proofed, with access to a kitchen and toilet which can help with potty training. We offer healthy breakfast, lunch, snacks and dinners depending on your needs. We would also love to help the children develop in regards to hygiene, washing of the hands, brushing of the teeth, rinsing of the face.
We will plan developmental lessons in advance, observe how the children do, and provide feedback on the children's progress to the parents. This constant contact with the parents allows us to truly optimise the development and enjoyment and safety of the children, and by extension relieving the stress upon the parents.
We are flexible on days and times, we are able to take care of newborns, toddlers, as well as looking after children after school. We are certain that we can adapt and find the best solution to suit your wants and needs.
My Qualifications
Introduction to Childminding Course
Paediatric First Aid Course
Developing Skills for Listening to Children Entry Level 3
Designated Safeguarding Lead Training
Safeguarding Basic Awareness Course
Intersections Within Early Years Practice Course
Inclusive Approach to Early Years Curriculum and Assessment Course
Supporting Communication Development in Early Years Children Course
Leadership and Management for Inclusion Course
Creating Inclusive Environments Course
Early Years Transitions Course
Introduction to Early Years Inclusive Practice Course
Managing Behaviours that Challenge Course
The Voice of the Child Course
Supporting children's personal, social and emotional development Course
Understanding child development and the Early Years Foundation Stage Course
Brain development and how children learn Course
Health and Safety Course
Infection Control Course
Medication Awareness Course
Understanding Children's Behaviour Course
NCFE Level 1 Award In Working With Children
OCR Functional Skills qualification in Mathematics at Level 1
Edexcel Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics at Level 2
AQA Entry 3 Certificate in Adult Numeracy
OCR Level 1 Award in IT User Skills
My Availability
I am available any time on the weekdays, except for overnight childcare. I am willing to do school drop offs and pick ups. No availability on weekends, except special circumstances.
My Fees
- Childminding from £12.00 per hour
£12 an hour, willing to negotiate packages if you want more hours or more consistent 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
- Utility Bill [DELETED] (added 25/09/2026)
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