Marie
Childminder in St Albans (also available for babysitting)
5.0
My Summary
Like Home — Safe, Caring, And Full Of Fun
About Me
Hi
I am an Ofsted registered Childminder and live in Park St, St Albans AL2
I offer a warm, loving home-from-home environment where children feel safe, happy, and truly cared for. I look after a small, friendly group, allowing each child to feel settled, supported, and part of our little family.
Our days are filled with simple joys and gentle adventures — exploring parks and woodland, visiting farms and zoos, and enjoying plenty of fresh air. At home, we keep busy with baking, crafts, sensory play, homemade playdough and play sand, cosy dens, and story time, with the occasional handmade card or gift for special moments.
With many years of childcare experience, starting as a Montessori nanny before becoming a childminder, I focus on helping children grow in confidence and independence through play, in line with the EYFS. We also have a very gentle, well-supervised German Shepherd who is a much-loved part of our setting.
If you feel this could be the right place for your child, I would be delighted to hear from you and arrange a visit.
- Awarded the certificate of excellence for five star reviews
- Montessori Certificate In Nannying
- Ofsted rated GOOD
- Enhanced DBS check
- Paediatric First Aid certified
- Safeguarding trained
- Recently Completed the Early years professional development programme
- Food hygiene and safety certificate
My Experience
I have over 30 years experience in childcare, with experience from newborn up to 12 years ++
My Qualifications
Montessori Nanny Certificate, First Aid, Registered Ofsted Childminder, DBS,
Safeguarding, Food Hygiene, FA level 1
My Availability
8.00-5.30
Mon-Fri
My Fees
- Childminding from £8.50 per hour
- Babysitting from £15.00 per hour
Dependent on hours required
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
- Ofsted Certificate (added 21/08/2025)
- Training Certificate: Flick Child Safeguarding level 3 (added 07/02/2026)
- Training Certificate: Early Years Professional Development Programme (added 07/02/2026)
- First Aid Certificate: CLEAR AID (added 07/02/2026)
- Training Certificate: Food hygiene and safety (added 07/02/2026)
Reviews
5 out of 5
Parents say
This childminder is highly praised for providing exceptional care in a warm, home-like environment. Parents appreciate the personalised attention, fun activities, and regular outings. The setting is described as spacious, clean, and welcoming, with a lovely garden. Children are reported to thrive and enjoy their time here.
Summary generated by AI from the text of recent member reviews
Latest reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Marie. 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.
As a parent finding someone to look after your precious baby is a very difficult and important decision. I knew I wanted to put my son in with Marie as my nephew had been there 9 years prior to my son and my nephew LOVED going to Marie's so I knew Arlo would love it just as much.
I put Arlo in with Marie at 9 months old and from the beginning Marie was incredible, Arlo absolutely loves going to Marie's. Marie is always doing something with the children whether it is going to the zoo, the farm, soft play or just creating things indoors for the children. Arlo always comes home saying he has had the best day.
Arlo was so sad to stop going to Marie's to go to school however Marie has been so accommodating and has said he can return for the school holidays which he is so excited for. Marie is so flexible with timings and dates it truly is so helpful.
I cannot recommend Marie more highly. She truly is the absolute best and your children will love her just as much as my son and I do!
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Tali
on 24/10/2025
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Marie is Simply Exceptional – The Best Decision I Made for My Son
As a single mum, finding the right childcare for my son Teddy was one of the most important — and daunting — decisions I’ve had to make. After trying nursery, I quickly realised it just wasn’t the right fit for him. It felt busy, impersonal, and Teddy often came home overwhelmed and unsettled. I knew I had to find something better — and that’s when we found Marie.
From the very beginning, Marie has been incredible. The change in Teddy since he’s been in her care has been nothing short of amazing. He’s happier, calmer, and more confident. Every morning he’s genuinely excited to go to Marie’s — and as a mum, that means everything to me.
What makes Marie so special is the way she creates a warm, loving, home-from-home environment. She treats Teddy like family, and gives him the kind of personalised care and attention that nursery simply couldn’t offer. She understands him — his personality, his routines, and his little quirks — and she supports him in a way that feels deeply thoughtful and truly nurturing.
Marie puts so much heart into everything she does. Whether it’s outdoor play, creative crafts, learning activities, or days out at the farm or zoo, she makes every day feel special for Teddy. I get regular updates, photos, and stories that show just how much he’s thriving in her care.
As a single parent, it’s hard to put into words how much peace of mind Marie has given me. Knowing that Teddy is safe, happy, and loved when he’s with her is the greatest gift I could ask for.
Choosing Marie instead of going back to nursery was the best decision I’ve ever made for my son — and I can’t recommend her enough. She’s an absolute gem, and we’re so lucky to have her in our lives.
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Rosie
on 28/08/2025
My son has had a wonderful experience in Marie’s care, he enjoys all of the fun activities and outings that they go on as well as playing with the other children. Marie has always been really accommodating and flexible with slight changes to our work schedules and childcare needs and keeps in regular communication. Marie and her family are warm and friendly and her home is very clean and tidy with a lovely big garden for the children to play in, she creates a lovely home from home setting for children to play and feel comfortable in.
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Char
on 27/08/2025
The first time I ever stepped foot, inside Marie's childcare setting, I instantly felt at home. She is a warm, friendly and approachable person. She will often welcome you inside and I will always see new activities set up for the children. Her place is so spacious with a lovely garden for the children to play in.
My daughter is thriving in her setting, I'm very pleased to send her there for the day. I just know she will have fun, each time I drop her off. She takes her to willows and the zoo often. It's a lovely little group and I'm so glad we found Marie and her family.
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Jeana
on 25/08/2025
Marie looked after my 2 daughters from September 2023 until July 2025. She always treated me and my family with such kindness and my children loved going to her setting. I really loved the fact that most days of the week they were out at parks, activity farms and the zoo. I felt confident that they were well cared for and happy.
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Ashleigh
on 21/08/2025
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