Kims
Childminder in Thornton Heath
My Summary
Kim's Academy| Investing In Futures
About Me
About Me
Hello, I’m Kim! Welcome to Kim’s Academy—a safe, caring home from home in Thornton Heath, where little people can make friends, get messy, explore and enjoy childhood!
Our days are filled with stories, songs, outdoor adventures and plenty of giggles. Whether your child is discovering their toes or asking why?I’ll nurture their curiosity and help them grow in confidence.
Your child’s safety and wellbeing come first. With close supervision, reassuring routines and a secure, welcoming environment, I help children feel settled, protected and ready to explore.
Choosing childcare is a big step. I’ll take time to get to know you and your child, helping you both feel comfortable and part of the family.
My Experience
I bring over 20 years of childminding experience
My Qualifications
• Ofsted registered, DBS checked and paediatric first aid trained
• Level 3 Childcare and Education
• Level 2 Autism and ADHD
• Level 2 Aspirations and Strengths-Based Approaches
Availability & Fees
Monday–Friday, 7am–7pm.
Our all-inclusive private childcare service brings care, meals, snacks and everyday activities together in one fee—making busy family life a little easier.
Funded places and Tax-Free Childcare accepted. For funded places, any optional extras are explained separately.
Come and say hello!
Message me with your child’s age and the days you need. I’d love to hear about your little one and welcome you for a visit.
References available
My Experience
A gentle beginning for your child
We understand what a big decision it is to leave your baby in someone else's care.
That's why we place such importance on getting to know your child, understanding their routines and building a trusting partnership with you from the very beginning.
Our approach includes:
Gentle, individual settling-in experiences
Consistent, caring relationships
Respect for babies' feeding, sleeping and personal-care routines
Sensory exploration, music, stories and meaningful play
Plenty of talking, singing and opportunities to build early communication
Outdoor experiences and opportunities to discover the natural world
Regular communication so you can share in your child's progress
We believe babies and young children learn through secure relationships, positive interactions, movement, curiosity and play based learning.
Big ambitions for little learners
Our carefully planned curriculum draws inspiration from Montessori education, nature-based learning, early STEM and an understanding of how young children develop.
We provide rich, largely screen-free learning experiences that nurture confidence, independence, communication, creativity and a love of discovery.
Learning is never about rushing children. It is about understanding their individual development and offering the right experiences at the right time.
A real family environment
based in our spacious family home, offering children room to play, explore, relax and enjoy familiar daily routines.
My daughter works alongside me and is a qualified midwife, bringing additional knowledge and experience of babies, family wellbeing and early development.
We value inclusion and recognise that every child develops differently. Our approach is informed, patient, respectful and responsive to individual strengths and needs.
Working in partnership with parents
We know that great childcare is about supporting the whole family.
We take time to listen to parents, understand what matters to them and share children's everyday experiences and achievements.
Our aim is for parents to feel confident that their child is happy, safe, learning and genuinely cared for.
My Qualifications
Level 3 Childcare care and education
Level 2 Autism and ADHD
Level 2 Aspirations and Strengths based approaches
My Availability
Mon-Fri 7am - 7pm
My Fees
- Childminding from £8.50 per hour
Private childcare from £8.50 per hour, with a standard day rate of £85.
Our private day rate includes meals, snacks and everyday learning activities.
We offer eligible government-funded childcare from the term after a child turns nine months, as well as funded childcare for eligible older children.
We also accept Tax-Free Childcare and offer sibling discounts.
My Local Schools
- I provide drop offs and pick ups at St James the Great RC Primary and Nursery School
- I provide drop offs and pick ups at Beulah Junior School
- I provide drop offs and pick ups at Whitehorse Manor Infant School
- I provide drop offs and pick ups at Kensington Avenue Primary School
- I provide drop offs and pick ups at Downsview Primary and Nursery School
- I provide drop offs and pick ups at Winterbourne Nursery and Infants' School
- I provide drop offs and pick ups at Woodmansterne School
My Documents
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- DBS Check Issued 29/04/2026 Securely stored
- Ofsted Certificate Added 10/09/2026 Securely stored
- First Aid Certificate: FIrst Aid certificate Issued 03/08/2026 Securely stored
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This profile was last updated on 5th November 2026 and has been produced from information provided to us by the user. We have not verified or confirmed the accuracy of any of the information and members should undertake their own vigorous checks and references. Please ensure you read our Safety Advice and information on how to Check Childcare Provider Documents.