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Gecko286

Childminder in London

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£10/hr
Member
16 years
Last seen
08 Nov 2026
Updated
Jun 2026
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My Summary

Ofsted Registered
Overnight Care
First Aid Training
DBS Check
Newborn Experience
School Pickups
Childcare Qualifications

About Me

We have always lived and worked in Central London very near to Sloane Square. With easy access to Sloane Square Station and buses.
I have 2 grown-up children and 2 grandchildren.

My partner and I have worked together for several years and have many happy memories of caring for children.

We are in contact with nearly all the children we have looked after who now live all over the world. France, Denmark, Germany, USA and Australia to name a few.

We are a non smoking household and no pets.
We both love music and films, keep fit and I love Pilates.

My Experience

Personally I have over 30 years experience as a registered childminder and my partner has over 18 years experience as a registered childminder.

This does not include our experience with our own children who now have children of their own.

My Qualifications

We have accquired the I.C.P Introduction to childcare/ D.C.P Development of childcare Practice /E.C.P, Extending Childcare Practice.
I also have an NVQ level 3 in Early Years care and Education.

We are both hold valid First Aid Certificates.

We have also attended various courses: Child protection, Birth to Three, healthy eating, to name a few.

We are both registered with Ofsted and are members and insured by PACEY


We are also part of the Quality Assured Network in our area.

My Availability

We work from Monday to Thursday from 8.30 to 6.00pm.
We also do occasional babysitting in the evenings and at weekends for the children we care for.

We are also registered for overnight stays.

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Morning
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Afternoon
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After School
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Evening
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Overnight
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Available
Not available
Last updated 20/09/2026

My Fees

  • Childminding from £10.00 per hour

Monday to Thursday 8.30 to 6.00pm

After 6.00pm and at weekends it is £12.00 per hour with a minimum of 3 hours.

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
21 October 2022
A welcoming and engaging environment awaits children at this childcare setting. The curriculum-based program is tailored to children's interests, with regular outdoor activities developing physical skills. Strong partnerships with parents and high expectations drive children's progress. Areas for improvement include enhancing questioning techniques to encourage children's thinking and developing a training program for the assistant. Overall, children thrive in this setting, benefiting from a well-planned curriculum and supportive atmosphere.
Summary generated by AI from the text of the inspection report.
25 October 2016 - Good
16 February 2016 - Requires Improvement
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My Documents

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  • DBS Check Added 06/07/2021 Securely stored
  • Ofsted Certificate Added 06/07/2021 Securely stored
  • Exam Certificate Added 09/07/2021 Securely stored
  • First Aid Certificate Added 09/07/2021 Securely stored
  • Training Certificate: Planning for Play and Learning 2021 Added 14/07/2021 Securely stored
  • Training Certificate: Pedagogy and Practice 2021 Added 14/07/2021 Securely stored
  • Training Certificate: Preparing for New Inspection Framework 2020 Added 14/07/2021 Securely stored
  • Training Certificate: Working with 1 to 2 year olds Added 14/07/2021 Securely stored
  • Training Certificate: Early Years Inspection Framework 2019 Added 14/07/2021 Securely stored
  • Training Certificate: Assessing children’s learning training 2016 Added 14/07/2021 Securely stored
  • Training Certificate: Observing children to support your assessment 2016 Added 14/07/2021 Securely stored
  • Training Certificate: A place to talk 2009 Added 14/07/2021 Securely stored
  • Training Certificate: Early Years Foundation Stage 2008 Added 14/07/2021 Securely stored
  • Training Certificate: Self Review of Ofsted inspection 2006 Added 14/07/2021 Securely stored
  • Training Certificate: Birth to Three matters Added 14/07/2021 Securely stored
  • Training Certificate: NVQ Level 3 Added 14/07/2021 Securely stored
  • Training Certificate: Outstanding award Added 14/07/2021 Securely stored
  • Training Certificate: Extending Childminding Practice Added 14/07/2021 Securely stored
  • Training Certificate: Developing childminding practice Added 14/07/2021 Securely stored
  • Training Certificate Added 14/07/2021 Securely stored
  • Inspection Report Added 09/07/2021 Securely stored
  • Proof of Covid-19 Vaccination Added 06/03/2022 Securely stored
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