Emma Wal
Childminder in Bookham
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Female Member since Mar 2012 Last Updated Jul 2025 Last Login 26 Jul 2025
My Summary
Bookham Childminder
About Me
Hello, My name is Emma, I have worked in various childcare roles for over 20 years, I live in Bookham with my husband and our three girl’s ages 9, 18 & 21.
Our family includes Alfie a Cocker spaniel. He has been bought up with my own children and is very friendly.
My Experience
I have lots of experience caring for other people’s children.
While training I worked within lots of different childcare settings.
I worked as a sole charge nanny for 11 years caring for children between 3 months up to 16 years.
Since may 2012 I have devoted my time to childminding.
My Qualifications
I have a CACHE diploma in childcare and education (level 3)
Paediatric first aid certificate,
Clean driving licence.
Completed the chip childminders course.
My Availability
*no school pick ups currently available*
I am available to provide care between 7.30-5.30 Mondays to Thursday.
I currently have a Monday and Tuesday available.
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Before School | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no |
| Morning | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no |
| Afternoon | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no |
| After School | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no |
| Evening | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Overnight | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Last Updated: 21/07/2025 | |||||||
My Fees
- Childminding from £7.50 per hour
details of my charges are within my parent information guide which I will happily forward via email.
Please contact me for more information
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 Ofsted Inspections
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My Documents
- UK Passport [DELETED] (added 18/10/2022)
Reviews
5 out of 5
Parents say
This childminder offers exceptional care in a home-like environment, providing a perfect balance of indoor and outdoor activities. Children feel welcomed and cherished by the childminder and her family, often eagerly anticipating their visits. Parents appreciate the regular photo updates and the childminder's dedication, even in challenging situations. The service is highly recommended by all reviewers.
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Latest reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Emma Wal. 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.
My daughter has been with Emma since she was 1, and I feel so lucky to have found such a wonderful childminder for her. Emma provided a home-away-from-home environment with a brilliant combination of activities both inside and outside of her home. It feels like I’m sending my daughter to her favourite auntie as opposed to a childcare setting! Emma has a wonderful family and my daughter feels very welcome in it.
Emma provides lots of lovely photo updates of the children and they always look very happy!
I’ll be very sad when she leaves to start school!
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Megan
on 31/01/2025
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Emma Wal
on 31/01/2025:
Thank you for your kind words, I will be very sad when she goes to!
Emma has been nothing but wonderful throughout the almost three years she looked after our little boy. She is a very conscientious and caring childminder, and her daughters are equally amazing and adorable. Our son was always looking forward to going to Emma's, rushing in and hardly ever waving goodbye to us. We have felt Emma excelled in her job and took her responsibilities very seriously, and even when our child was diagnosed with epilepsy, she took it upon herself to ensure our son would be looked after without us worrying for a second.
A wonderful childminder that we will recommend to anyone, and were oh so sad to leave!
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Marie
on 08/10/2024
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Emma Wal
on 08/10/2024:
Thank you for your lovely words ❤️ it was a very hard goodbye!
My little boy has been going to Emmas for over a year now, she has been so welcoming and helpful. My son loves her and her family and has always gone in happily and excited to start his days with Emma! She does lovely activities and spends a lot of time outdoors with the kids! Highly recommend!
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Zoe
on 08/10/2024
Response by
Emma Wal
on 08/10/2024:
Thank you, he’s a pleasure 😊
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