Lorraine
Childminder in Tunbridge Wells (also available for babysitting)
My Summary
Cranbrook Childminder
About Me
I am an Ofsted-registered childminder based in Cranbrook, offering friendly, structured childcare in a warm and homely environment.
I have been a childminder for 14 years and have a real enthusiasm for helping children learn and develop through play. I live with my husband and our three sons, aged 18, 16 and 13, and have created a welcoming, child-friendly setting where children can feel relaxed, happy and part of the family.
We have a dedicated playroom with a wide range of toys and activities suitable from birth upwards, as well as a secure child-friendly garden with a mud kitchen, slide, large sandpit, playhouse and water play.
We also have an allotment within walking distance of our home. We plan to involve the children in growing our own fruit and vegetables, giving them lots of opportunities to learn about nature, food and where it comes from.
We provide a fun, stimulating and caring environment while supporting children’s learning and development across all seven areas of the EYFS. Through everyday play and experiences, children naturally learn important social skills such as sharing, taking turns, resolving little disagreements and caring for others.
Being a small setting also means we can get out and about regularly. We enjoy walks, visits to our allotment and exploring our local community rather than spending every day at home.
My biggest priority is that children feel happy, secure and completely comfortable with us. I believe children learn best when they feel settled, valued and able to be themselves — and having fun is a very important part of that.
I have received three lovely Ofsted reports and have extensive experience caring for children with a wide range of individual needs, including SEN and allergies.
Nutritious, home-cooked meals and snacks are prepared each day and are included within our hourly rate. I can accommodate a range of dietary requirements and have experience managing food allergies.
A full information pack is available by email for families who would like to find out more about me, our setting and the care we offer.
We also offer a babysitting service exclusively for families whose children are in our care.
My Experience
I have been childminding for 14 years and genuinely love what I do. During that time, I have welcomed 173 children through my doors, ranging in age from babies to 11 years old.
Before becoming a childminder, I worked as a Risk and Compliance Manager in financial services, but after having my own children I decided to take my career in a completely different direction — and I haven’t looked back!
I am very confident caring for babies and toddlers and meeting their individual physical and emotional needs. I particularly love arts and crafts, messy play and creating activities that keep little minds and hands busy.
Most importantly, our home is full of fun and laughter. I want the children I care for to feel completely at home here, and we love exploring, discovering and learning new things together.
My Qualifications
Currently studying - Level 3 Diploma in Early Years Childcare
Paediatric First Aid Certificate
Level 4 Diploma in Accountancy
GCSEs x9 (A*to C)
My Availability
I have space available Mon - Thurs for 0-4yrs
I am open to collecting and dropping children to Cranbrook Preschool & Primary School.
I maybe able to offer a collection/drop off service from your home.
My Fees
- Babysitting from £15.00 per hour
- Childminding from £8.50 per hour
£8.50per hour per child
My Local Schools
- I provide drop offs and pick ups at Cranbrook Church of England Primary School
- I provide drop offs and pick ups at Cranbrook School
My Ofsted Inspections
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My Documents
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- UK Passport [DELETED] (added 05/05/2023)
Reviews
5 out of 5
Latest reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Lorraine. 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 children have been looked after by Lorraine from age 2 months - 6 years. They settled in very quickly with her and over the years Lorraine's has become a second home to them where they feel totally comfortable and have made many close friends.
Lorraine is amazing with children of all ages and gives them the greatest level of care. The setting is wonderful with a lovely house and large garden with lots for the kids to play with. They also go out for regular trips to the park and other activities.
Lorraine is extremely flexible and even collects the children from school which is a massive help to busy working parents.
Highly recommend!
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Wendy Vi
on 23/09/2023
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Lorraine
on 10/10/2023:
Thank you xx
Lorraine and her team provide an excellent service in terms of reliability, communication, meals, flexibility etc… but moreover, they provide a warm, caring, fun, stimulating, educational and loving environment. We saw several childminders in our search and Lorraine shone out from the rest. Our daughter was there for almost 4.5 years and our so is still there (with another 2 years to go!). Our children have always been so happy there and it has worked out so well for us that is makes being working parents much easier.
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HMA
on 17/09/2023
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Lorraine
on 10/10/2023:
Thank you xxx
My 2 sons have come to Lorraine's on & off since they were tiny, and still love coming even at 12 & 15 yrs old. Lorraine is a natural With children of all ages. Fun loving & bubbly, intuitive and compassionate to each child's needs. Her premises/facilities are amazing! Organised, clean & tidy there is so much to do/to play with in the play room. The garden is my boys favorite! The apparatus, space, sand & water play are fantastic & the forest school is loved by all. My boys love coming here and don't want to leave. Not to mention Lorraine's food which is home cooked, nutritious and according to my 2, better than my cooking!
If you are looking for a home feel, happy & natural childcare setting, look no further.
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Carly
on 17/09/2023
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Lorraine
on 17/09/2023:
Thank you Carly xxx
I couldn’t recommend Lorraine enough! I visited a substantial amount of childminders before coming across Lorraine and I felt so at ease leaving my daughter there. She is lovely, we get a daily update on what the children are doing/meals & trips out! She’s really is the best of the best, my daughter loves going to Lorraine, her home is beautiful with a lovely garden and summer house with everything and more children need.
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Rebecca
on 15/09/2023
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Lorraine
on 15/09/2023:
Thank you Rebecca xx
Our first daughter joined Lorraine, when she was almost 2. Now she is almost 5, started school, but she missis her every day :) Lorraine has brilliant house, garden, menu and development program. Our second daugter strted 6 month ago and she is super happy. We never had any issues, Lorrain is super flexible and help you to resolve any problems quicly and with smile. I am so thankful that we met her as i cannot imagen how we would managed without of her help and support.
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Anna
on 15/09/2023
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Lorraine
on 15/09/2023:
Thank you Anna xx
Our daughter has just started school and loves it but still talks about going back to Lorraine's! She has received such great care and is looking forward to going back for holidays. She has enjoyed the activities and playing in the garden as well as the trips out.
As a parent, the daily messages of the activities she has taken part in and what she has eaten for meals has been great to receive. We wouldn't hesitate to ask Lorraine to look after any further children in the knotted they will be well looked after and have a great time!
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Kristian
on 15/09/2023
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Lorraine
on 15/09/2023:
Thank you Kristian xx
I cannot praise Lorraine highly enough. She has looked after my first daughter for 3.5 years and now also my second. We love her - she's brilliant with the children, but also really organised and professional and has an amazing set up. She is genuinely like the "unicorn" of childminders - an amazing find and we're so grateful we found her.
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Louise
on 15/09/2023
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Lorraine
on 15/09/2023:
Thank you Louise!! Xxxx
My two little ones have been with Lorraine for two years now and I couldn't be any happier with the care and love from Lorraine!! Her house is beautiful and spacious with the added bonus of Brian the friendly Labrador! Lorraine managed to make my two very comfortable instantly. They cry nearly every time they get picked up due to all the fun and toys Lorraine offers! She's very understanding and welcoming. I would highly recommend you booking a visit and meeting Lorraine she's just brilliant! All children flock to her like marry poppins! X
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Parent
on 05/02/2015
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Lorraine
on 15/09/2023:
Thank you Rachel xx
Lorraine is a warm, caring childminder who has looked after my child for a year now. My little boy has thrived in her care and I would highly recommend her
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Parent
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Lorraine
on 15/09/2023:
Thank you Ann x
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