Rachael
Childminder in High Wycombe
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Female Member since Oct 2012 Last Updated Jun 2025 Last Login Sep 2025
My Summary
About Me
My name is Rachael and I'm an Ofsted registered childminder. I live in High Wycombe with my partner of 22 years and our two daughters.
I provide fun and stimulating days through activities such as free play, arts and crafts and outdoor play. Whether it's making glittery playdoh, rice krispie cakes, going to toddler groups or feeding the ducks, your child will learn and develop whilst having fun!
I visit toddler groups, parks and soft play centres so that your child can socialise with other children.
I live within walking distance of 2 lovely parks and my home is open plan and very light and spacious.
I provide a happy, caring and safe, home from home environment with healthy meals and snacks.
My Experience
I am the eldest of 7 children and my mother was a childminder, so I have spent my life with little ones about. I also worked as a nanny when I was younger, to put myself through college.
I have 2 daughters of my own and they are at full time school.
I have been registered for 13 years and Ofsted have graded me 'good' for all my inspections.
I have a full clean driving licence.
My Qualifications
GNVQ in Health and Social Care Intermediate and Advance
NCMA Children & Young Peoples Diploma
Paediatric First Aid in Childcare
Food Hygiene Training
Safe Guarding Children
Food Hygiene
My Availability
I currently have a space
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My Fees
- Childminding from £6.00 per hour
Please contact me to discuss.
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
The inspection grades below have been obtained from the Ofsted website based upon the registration number the childminder has provided to us. You should verify this information yourself prior to using the childminder.
My Documents
- DBS Check (added 12/03/2019)
- Ofsted Certificate (added 12/03/2019)
- First Aid Certificate: First Aid 2024 (added 14/05/2024)
- Training Certificate (added 12/03/2019)
Reviews
4.56 out of 5
Latest reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Rachael. 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.
Rachael is honestly one of the best childminders! My son, unfortunately, was not there very long as we moved but I can say he loved it there. Within the first week my son fit in perfectly and going to Rachael’s became his new routine. She was great at maintaining communication and never failed to update me. My son had his ups and downs but regardless of the issue Rachael was always able to keep him calm and make him happy. Being our first childminder she did a great job at easing my nerves and from the very beginning I instantly felt comfortable.
I would highly recommend!!
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Rannii
on 29/12/2024
My son absolutely adores Rachael (the kids she minds all call her Ray Ray) and has been looked after by her four days a week since he was 11 months. It was like we were all at home at hers from the first meeting and we consider her like family now. My son’s development especially shot up when he started going to Rachael’s as shes always got fun activities planned for them every day and always encourages them to build their independence and learn from each other which has clearly proven amazingly effective as his verbal skills and his understanding are way beyond his current age! Generally Rachael is such a kind, considerate and warm-hearted person and we couldn't be happier to know our son is in the best of hands with her and cared for with love.
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Stanc05
on 03/06/2024
Rachael has cared for our daughter for a year, and we are sad that our circumstances have changed meaning we've had to move her. From the first time we went to meet Rachael, she has always been welcoming and the action that sealed the deal was when our (tired and teething) one year old crawled over and sat in Ray-Ray's lap within 5 minutes of meeting her!
She had provided nothing but love and care for our daughter, who is sometimes 'lively' (apparently that's the PC word!). She provides stimulation and a variety of activities to encourage her children to develop, and they take part in every day life which has been like a home from home for our daughter.
I would highly recommend Rachael and we wouldn't be moving away from her if we hadn't had a change in circumstances.
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on 16/04/2019
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