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Helen O

Childminder in Upton

5 stars

Usually responds within 24 hours

Female Member since Jan 2013 Last Updated Sep 2025 Last Login 08 Oct 2025

My Summary

Ofsted Registered
First Aid Training
DBS Check
Newborn Experience
Full Driving Licence
Own Car
School Pickups
Childcare Qualifications
2 Year old Funded Childcare
Tax-Free Childcare
Flexible Hours
Key Worker Childcare
9 months old Funded Childcare

About Me

I’m an Ofsted registered Childminder, I have 3 boy's aged 13,14, 6 years. I'm a very fun, loving and caring person, I'm married and live in Upton, Northampton. I am committed to providing a friendly nurturing professional setting where the safety and welfare of children in my care will always be my primary concern.

I have a lovely home that provides children with that home from home feel. I'm very lucky to live so close to Upton country park and other Green space. I also like to visit the local farms, green spaces and we are members of Woburn safari.

I always provide children with lots of fun, love and praise.

Little O’s childcare

My Experience

I have 14 years child care experience. I have my Level 3 Cache Home based child care qualification and I'm Ofsted registered.

My Qualifications

First Aid
Safeguarding
Food Hygiene
Home based childcare ( Cache)
Ofsted Registered
EYFS Basic Training

My Availability

Mon-Friday 7.45 - 5.30pm

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Last Updated: 19/09/2025

My Fees

  • Childminding from £6.00 per hour

£6.00

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
11 May 2022
A recent inspection found that children are happy and settled in this childcare setting, which received an overall effectiveness rating of 'Good'. Strong relationships with children are fostered, and activities are planned to broaden experiences, such as farm visits to complement animal-themed play. Effective partnerships with parents and robust safeguarding arrangements are in place. To further improve, the childminder could allow more time for independent problem-solving.
Summary generated by AI from the text of the inspection report.

My Documents

  • Ofsted Certificate (added 08/11/2021)
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Reviews

5 stars 5 out of 5
9 ratings

Latest reviews

Below are the latest reviews for Helen O. 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.

We feel so lucky to have found such an incredible childminder for our son. From the very beginning, Helen has gone above and beyond to create a nurturing, fun, and stimulating environment. Our son has absolutely thrived under her care—his confidence, curiosity, and development have grown so much since being with her.

One of the things we love most about Helen is her passion for getting the children outdoors. Whether it's going on nature walks, exploring local parks, or exciting trips to the zoo, she always finds creative and engaging ways to help them learn and discover the world around them. Her energy, patience, and genuine love for what she does shine through every day.

We couldn’t ask for a better person to look after our little one. She’s truly made a lasting positive impact on our family, and we’re so grateful for everything she does. Our son loves Helen and so do we!!

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by Avatar for Victoria Victoria on 23/04/2025

I was unhappy with the nursery I put my little boy into, so took the huge decision to change childcare providers. I am so glad I put him into the care of Little O's. Helen is amazing, she takes the children on exciting day trips, organises educational activities and encourages learning through play, and independence. My little boy's behaviour improved so much as Helen and I worked together to get the best out of him, and she worked with us to ensure he was potty trained and could put his own shoes on, ready for pre-school. Helen was an amazing support through some of the challenges and it really felt as though she was a part of our family. Moving my little boy to Little O's was absolutely the right choice, and I wouldn't hesitate in recommending her. She is an amazing childminder and a great second mum to the children in her care, who she treats like members of her own family.

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by Avatar for Stefanie Stefanie on 15/10/2024

Thank you, Helen!

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by Avatar for Milena Milena on 05/06/2024

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