Carol
Childminder in Orpington
Female Member since Dec 2012 Last Updated Oct 2023 Last Login 28 Mar 2024
My Summary
About Me
My name is Carol, I am a registered childminder and have been working/caring for children for the past 35 years. I have worked together with my daughter Katie who is 23, as my assistant for the last 6 years. I have been married to my husband Daren for over 30 years and have 3 children of my own. My two boys in their mid 30s & late 20s, and my daughter Katie.
I have a large playroom, with a wide variety of toys for all ages, and a big enclosed garden, with plenty of play equipment. We enjoy painting, crafts, cooking, role play, and walking in the woodland area opposite. We regularly visit toddler groups, soft play and local play facility's as well as days out to local farms, parks and nature trails. I am available for pickup and drop off from bright start Montessori.
My Experience
I have had 3 children of my own and have been a registered childminder for over 10 years. In that time I have cared for a large number of children from the ages of 6 months to 11 years from a variety of different cultures, religions and backgrounds. I have also looked after twins from the age of 9 months to 6 years. I have references available from past and present families.
My Qualifications
Carol ~
- registered with an Ofsted regulated agency
- Level 3 diploma in Home-based Childcare
- Introduction to Childcare Practice
- Basic Food Hygiene
- Paediatric First Aid
- Safeguarding training
- Child Protection Awareness Program
- Phonological Awareness in the Early Years
- Makaton Level 1
- Risk Assesment for Early Years Providers
- The Early Years Foundation Stage Training
- prevent duty awareness
Katie~
-approved registered assistant
-paediatric first aid
-level 3 safeguarding
-level 3 extended diploma in health and social care at distinction, distinction, merit. ( with units such as developing effective communication skills, development through the life stages, caring for children and young people, safeguarding children and caring for individuals with additional needs)
- British sign language level 1
- core skills first aid with St. John ambulance
- level 2 Heath and safety in the workplace
-prevent duty awareness
- food hygiene
- 10 GCSEs A*- C
My Availability
Tues 7:30am-6:00pm
Weds 7:30am-6:00pm
Thurs 7:30am-6:00pm
Fri 7:30-4:30pm
(can be flexible within these times)
Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
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Before School | no | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
Morning | no | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
Afternoon | no | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
After School | no | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
Evening | no | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no |
Overnight | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
Last Updated: 09/10/2023 |
My Fees
- Childminding from £7.00 per hour
POA
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 Documents
- Childminding Agency Certificate (added 31/01/2023)
- UK Driving Licence (added 13/03/2018)
- DBS Check (added 13/03/2018)
Reviews
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I just wanted to share how utterly fantastic Carol and Katie have been for us and our child. From the very first meeting, they took the time to understand our needs and provided us with peace of mind. They even recommended that we speak to other childminders and gave us their big book of recommendations and their approach to childminding, which was truly reassuring.
Our child had a settling-in session with Carol and Katie, and it didn't take long for him to become well-adjusted and start looking forward to spending time with them. Every time he comes back home, he has a smile on his face, which speaks volumes about the wonderful care he receives.
One of the things we really appreciate about Carol and Katie is their commitment to providing diverse experiences for our child. They take him to different places, engage him in various activities, and expose him to different events and cultures, which we believe is enriching his learning and development.
We also love the fact that Carol and Katie keep us updated with lots of lovely photos during the day, giving us insight into our child's day and how he's doing. They are also very accommodating and flexible with our routine and needs at home, which makes it so much easier for us as working parents.
Carol and Katie went above and beyond when we encountered trouble with our nursery. They were incredibly supportive and offered to take our child for additional days, providing us with peace of mind knowing he was in excellent care. Our child is always super excited each morning to head over to Carol and Katie's, which is a testament to the special bond they have formed with him.
We honestly can't recommend Carol and Katie enough! They have been exceptional childminders for our child, and we feel incredibly lucky to have them. If you're looking for a caring, nurturing, and enriching environment for your child, Carol and Katie are the best choice. Your child will be in safe hands and will thrive under their care!
We are so grateful to have found Carol & Katie. They do a fantastic job with my son, he is always happy to see them. He has been with them for just under a year. It definitely puts my mind at ease leaving him with them. They do a lot of activities with him and they go to soft play, parks and many other places. I love seeing pictures of what they get up to in the day.
My eldest son was with them for a few months, before he joined a nursery. Even now he says he misses Carol and Katie, if they have availability we do try sending him a few times during half term/ nursery holidays.
They have a lovely clean and organised play room for the children. They are very approachable and go above and beyond in their roles. I highly recommend them!
My daughter has been with Carol and Katie since she's 8 months old (she's now 17 months) and despite a bumpy start with some crying at the beginning, she has now settled very nicely and I couldn't be happier with my choice. She is always happy to be dropped off in the morning and I know that she will be very well looked after. They are always doing fun activities with the children and we receive pictures quite often. Leaving my daughter 3 days a week is so difficult but I leave her there happy knowing she’s content, loved and having so much fun. Me and my partner say all the time how lucky we are to have found Carol and Katie and we look forward to many more years with them. Highly recommended :)
My son joined Carol and Katie nearly a year ago and we have never looked back. They are wonderful ladies who provide so much fun and care for my little boy. He absolutely loves his days with them, where they seem to keep him very happy and occupied.
We get photos during the day which are so lovely to see and they are always out and about exploring new places.
As someone who works in a senior position within the Early Years sector, knowing your child is in the best hands is a huge relief!
Thanks you for everything you do!
I am so happy to be able to have Carol & Katie as my two son's childminders. They are truly incredible with my sons, so caring and my sons love them so much. Even on the days they don't attend they want to see Carol and Katie.
They always take my children out to playgroups, farms, soft play and parks! My children will tell me all about their day and its safe to say they are never bored and love being in their company. They have also made so many little friends who are also childminded by them and they have kept these friendships going into preschool.
My eldest son can be a bit anxious and Carol and Katie know exactly how to calm him and make sure he is comfortable. Both my sons have came on leaps and bounds since being childminded by them and they have learnt so many things from them, making it easier for me as a working mother. I never have to worry when I'm at work and get photos and updates to see what the boys are up to and they are always having heaps of fun!
They are truly God sends and I'm so thankful they are my son's childminders!
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