Jean Jay
Childminder in Chichester
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Female Member since Oct 2009 Last Updated Jul 2025 Last Login 12 Aug 2025
My Summary
Skylarks Childcare
About Me
my husband jay and i are both fully qualified childminders both of us are Ofsted registered and inspected separately. with dbs, first aid, food hygiene 5, play workers certificates, nvq level 3 in home based child care, we have many years experience. . . childminding since 2005 . we have 4 grown up children .2 daughters who are also in childcare .
we enjoy lots of walking , and go to the gym regularly. we love the out doors in our motorhome.
we both have recognised professional qualifications as qualified early years educators. we are committed to provide stimulating and supportive learning environment.
We have a tech free zone policy.
we are based in hambrook 10 minutes from emsworth and 15 minutes from Chichester . The train station, nutbourne is 10 minute walk. We are also on the 700 bus route.
We are a home from home setting we hope this feels more like an extension or the childs own home and family, creating a warm and nurturing atmosphere. With real life experience so the children can engage in every day activities such as shopping, cooking, trips to the park , playgroups, providing valuable real life learning experiences.
We offer flexible childcare, shift patterns, emergency cover and the odd ad hoc sessions.
we are able to accept the funding towards childcare. From 9 months old .
Our pricing includes all food snacks and activities.
As childminders we offer self -care habits, less screen time with lots of outdoor activities.
Age appropriate gender neutral toys and activities. Learning through play. we aim to tailor activities and routines to the individual needs and interests of each child, providing more focused attention than might be possible in a larger setting.
children in our care benefit from interacting with a range of age children, learning from the older children , this helps children settle in as we offer smaller groups. we get to know and love each of our children as we can spend individual time with them .
we are registered for the government tax scheme.
we work from 7.30am till 5.00 pm
Mon to Thursday
offer healthy home cooked meals
we are very flexible and cover school holidays.
breakfast from 7.30am . .drop to local schools
afterschool till 5.00 pick up from local schools. /funtington/ bosham
we live 10 minutes from Emsworth (3.6) miles and 14 minutes (5.5) miles from Chichester.
My Experience
we have a good knowledge and competency with children.
we offer equal opportunities.
encourage nutritional and home values.
it is important to build self esteem and confidence in our children.
We like to go to local playgroups and mother and toddlers .
we work we with other childminders in our area , so children are able to mix with others to form positive and rewarding relationships.
jay and i like to get out and do something everyday. we love the fresh air walks and going to the park.
My Qualifications
nvq 3. advanced driving course. pediatric first aid. child protection.food hygiene. play workers . 4 children of our own. All grown up
10 years running before and after school clubs.
i ran southbourne sea cubs for many years .
My Availability
i work from 7.30am till 5.00pm. 0 years to whatever age may be needed
local school drop off after breakfast. ,bosham funtington
local schools for afterschool care .open until 5.00pm Mon to Thurs
| 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 | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Evening | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Overnight | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Last Updated: 24/07/2025 | |||||||
My Fees
- Childminding from £7.00 per hour
£ 7per hour for childminding this includes all meals and activities. . 15 /30 hours funding available. school holidays 8.30 to 5,00 pack lunch included and any activities..
My Local Schools
- I provide drop offs at Bosham Primary School
- I provide drop offs and pick ups at Funtington Primary School
- I provide drop offs and pick ups at Chidham Parochial Primary School
My Ofsted Inspections
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My Documents
- Ofsted Certificate (added 12/04/2020)
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