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Helena

Childminder in Hillingdon (also available for babysitting)

5 stars

Usually responds within 12 hours

Female Member since Dec 2012 Last Updated Jun 2025 Last Login 13 Oct 2025

My Summary

Ofsted Registered
First Aid Training
DBS Check
Newborn Experience
Full Driving Licence
Own Car
Childcare Qualifications
Tax-Free Childcare
Flexible Hours

About Me

Hi there!

My name is Helena. I'm an Ofsted Registered Childminder based in Hillingdon with childcare experience for over 10 years, including looking after twins.

I am a warm and loving person, having raised two daughters of my own.

I hold a Level 3 Diploma in Homebased Childcare CYPOP 5, Pediatric First Aid Training, Safeguarding Level 2 amongst many other courses that I'm constantly attending to. I am also a member of PACEY.

I have recently been inspected by Ofsted and my overall grade is: Good.

I am a child-loving person who is trust-worthy and extremely reliable and I offer a loving, warm and caring environment.

If you're interested, please feel free to message me.

My Experience

- Personal experience raising two daughters
- Worked as a nanny for 4 years looking after twin boys from birth till reception
- Worked in a private nursery

My Qualifications

- Ofsted Registered
- DBS check
- Pediatric first aid course
- Home-based childcare (Diploma for the Children and Young People’s Workforce) Level 3
- Safeguarding Training Course Level 2

My Availability

I provide childcare Monday-Friday 8AM to 6PM (can be flexible)

Current vacancies: 1 full time and 1 part time.

Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
Before School no no no no no no no
Morning no no no no no no no
Afternoon no no no no 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: 03/06/2025

My Fees

  • Childminding from £8.00 per hour
  • Babysitting from £10.00 per hour

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.

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Good
22 January 2025
Children benefit from an ambitious curriculum at this 'Good'-rated childcare setting. The provider focuses on developing communication skills through various activities, including storytelling and discussions. While children generally behave well, the approach to behavior management could be more consistent. There is room for improvement in supporting children's independence during everyday tasks. Parents express positive views about the setting and appreciate the daily updates on their child's progress.
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19 March 2019 - Good
19 April 2016 - Good
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My Documents

  • Ofsted Certificate (added 02/04/2024)
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Reviews

5 stars 5 out of 5
13 ratings

Latest reviews

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Helena took care of both our son and daughter from age 1 to 2 years old. We could not have asked for a more caring, loving person to watch over both of our children. Both of them thrived and were always kept safe and happy with Helena. We often joked that Helena was like another grandmother to our children. She truly cares about the children's wellbeing, development and happiness. We highly recommend her services.

  • 5 stars Overall
  • 5 stars Setting
  • 5 stars Cleanliness
  • 5 stars Food
  • 5 stars Communication

by Avatar for SSMehta SSMehta on 23/10/2024

Helena looked after my daughter for 2 years, and I can honestly say these last 2 years have been amazing for her, she’s learned so much and has honestly just thrived. Helena was so accommodating for us right the way through, and my daughter loved going to her every single day. Helena is so kind and caring and the second I met her I got that ‘feeling’, I knew my daughter would be in safe hands and I was so right! If you are looking for childcare in the Hillingdon area I would recommend Helena in a heartbeat!

  • 5 stars Overall
  • 5 stars Setting
  • 5 stars Cleanliness
  • 5 stars Food
  • 5 stars Communication

by Avatar for Miss C Miss C on 16/09/2024

Helena looked after my son for a couple of months over the summer while we moved houses and before my son started at a new nursery. I was nervous that, as it would be a completely new setting, area and people for my son, it would be hard for him to settle. But Helena was incredible patient, loving and caring to my son, that he settled in pretty quickly and was extremely happy every time we picked him up. We couldn’t be happier with Helena!! We will definitely get back to her if anything doesn’t go as planned with nursery!

  • 5 stars Overall
  • 5 stars Setting
  • 5 stars Cleanliness
  • 5 stars Food
  • 5 stars Communication

by Avatar for Rebeca Rebeca on 29/09/2022


Response by Avatar for Helena Helena on 30/09/2022:

Thank you so much Rebeca 😀 Your son is a joy to be around!

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