Sarah Ba
Childminder in Gloucester
My Summary
About Me
I offer a warm, homely, and safe environment where children can explore, learn, and develop through play and everyday experiences. I work alongside my two assistants — my daughter and partner — to provide a caring, nurturing, and welcoming setting for all children.
We follow the EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage) framework, supporting every child’s individual development through fun, engaging, and age-appropriate activities.
We enjoy spending lots of time outdoors, including woodland walks, visits to local parks, soft play, and exploring nature. The children also enjoy planting and growing activities, helping them learn about the world around them through hands-on experiences.
At home, the children enjoy a wide range of activities including arts and crafts, messy play, baking, games, singing and dancing, story time, and outdoor play. I am always looking for new ways to keep the children interested, stimulated, and excited to learn.
It is important that every child feels comfortable, happy, and secure within our setting, therefore settling-in sessions are offered to help children and families feel at ease. I value strong relationships with parents and carers and encourage open communication and involvement in their child’s learning and development.
To keep parents updated throughout the day, we use a secure parent app where photos, updates, and observations are shared regularly. All children’s development and learning journeys are recorded electronically and can be easily accessed by parents.
At my last Ofsted inspection, I was graded Good.
My Experience
I am a proud mum to three daughters — Ella (18), Natasha (17), and Zoe (14) — and together with my partner Ryan, we have created a warm, welcoming, and family-oriented home. I also have two stepchildren, Alana (14) and Rylie (9), who all help to create a fun, lively, and caring atmosphere within the setting.
Growing up in a busy family home means there is always lots of laughter, learning, and play. The children all enjoy spending time with the little ones in the setting, helping to create a friendly and nurturing environment where children feel safe, happy, and included.
I have been working as a childminder for over 16 years and truly love what I do. Watching children grow in confidence, develop new skills, and reach important milestones is incredibly rewarding. I feel privileged to play such an important role in supporting children through their early years and creating happy memories along the way.
My Qualifications
Level 3 Diploma for the Children and Young Peoples Workforce
CACHE level 3 - Introduction to homebased childcare
Child Protection training
Pediatric first aid
Food safety and hygiene
I have also completed Level 3 Diploma as a Teaching Assistant.
Level 2 CACHE Certificate in Understanding Children and Young People's Mental Health
Level 2 CACHE certificate in understanding Autism
My Availability
Please contact me to check my current availability.
I am happy to be flexible and try to accommodate parents/carers needs as I understand how hard it is to juggle day to day family life.
My Fees
- Childminding from £7.50 per hour
Please contact me for my current rates
Sibling discount is available.
I am able to offer funded places, 2, 3 & 4 year olds. I accept the 30 hours funding.
Childcare vouchers are also accepted.
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 24/02/2023)
- Ofsted Certificate (added 21/11/2020)
Reviews
5 out of 5
Latest reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Sarah Ba. 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 from the day she was born was always a clingy baby. I was worried about her going to the child minder and maybe her being unsettled and not liking it. However Sarah has done an amazing job of Amelia settling in, her development has come on leaps and she is now crawling and trying to stand as an only child I believe this is really good. When her dad picks her up she is always laughing and smiling and I know she has a great time. We are kept in the leap and I believe Amelia is really settled her and Sarah is so approachable to ask for any questions. If you have any questions Sarah always reassured and I know how hard it can be the first few times of dropping them
Off and driving away however Sarah doesn’t make you feel like it’s invalid to feel that way! Seriously an amazing child minder!
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JessicaS
on 07/11/2022
My daughter has been going to Sarah’s from nine months old (she is now 6). Upon viewing other childminder settings I was in a panic wondering how I could ever leave my child with these strangers in their questionable settings. From the moment I met Sarah and stepped in to her home I knew I could relax and that I had found the right place.
I now send my twin boys and although they are sometimes a bit hesitant I know they enjoy going.
Sarah provides great care and is so patient and understanding when I either forget to bring something (bad memory) or have to change hours due to unexpected circumstances.
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S J Gilb
on 28/08/2022
My Daughter started with Sarah aged 17 months and had previously been with another Childminder who she did not settle with. I was apprehensive that she would not settle again however I couldn’t of been more wrong. My Daughter now nearly a year later is so Happy, thriving and loves going to Sarah’s and has made lots of friends. Sarah does lots of outings and activities which is great as my daughter loves being outside. I can not recommend Sarah enough and all that she does.
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Kip
on 25/08/2022
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