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Jane Sau

Childminder in Chelmsford (also available for babysitting)

5 stars

Usually responds within 24 hours

Female Member since Jun 2013 Last Updated Oct 2025 Last Login 07 Oct 2025

My Summary

Ofsted Registered
Special Needs Experience
First Aid Training
DBS Check
Evening Babysitter
Weekend Babysitter
Newborn Experience
Full Driving Licence
Own Car
School Pickups
Childcare Qualifications
2 Year old Funded Childcare
3 and 4 Year old Funded Childcare
Hotel Babysitter
Tax-Free Childcare
Emergency Babysitter
Key Worker Childcare
Home School Helper
9 months old Funded Childcare

About Me

Hello my name is Jane and I am a FULLY QUALIFIED EARLY YEARS TEACHER as well as an OFSTED registered childminder. I work with one full time assistant and one part time assistant. My full time assistant is my daughter, Beth, who is a fully qualified teacher (qts), Ofsted registered and trained in safeguarding and first aid. My part time assistant, Emily, is an artist with personal experience of special educational needs, (also trained in safeguarding and first aid). Both ladies are extremely kind and nurturing, and together we form a strong team. We provide a safe and stimulating, home-from-home environment. We are lively and outgoing, and love to spend time outdoors, doing craft, and in the kitchen. We pick up and drop off at Springboard Preschool. We offer a stimulating preschool program from 9 till 3. I accept funding for 2, 3 and 4 year olds and tax free childcare vouchers. In the morning we go out and enjoy different activities on different days (see below for an example schedule). We return to the house for nap and activity time in the afternoons, including heuristic play, baby yoga, craft, art, baking and other activities. Learning through the EYFS is built into every part of every day, and every activity, with a focus on learning through play.
Example morning preschool schedule:
Monday - Messy play
Tuesday - Soft-play @ mace place city centre
Wednesday - Swimming
Thursday - Shopping trip and/or playground
Friday - Nature walk

My Experience

I have more than 30 years childcare experience. I have two older children of my own, I therefore understand the joys and trials of parenting. I have looked after children most of my adult life. I have nannied newborn babies, toddlers and school age children. In my time as a childminder I have cared for all age groups. I am a great problem solver and can offer lots of helpful advice.

My Qualifications

I have several relevant child care qualifications including EYTS (early years teacher status), CYPOP5, various Safeguarding qualifications, integrated working, pediatric first aid, Epilepsy Awareness, epipen, EYFS, Food Hygiene and various Scouting qualifications. I keep all my qualifications up to date.

My Availability

I open from 8am till 6pm Monday to Thursday and 8am till 5pm Fridays and can offer term time only contracts if needed.

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: 06/10/2025

My Fees

  • Childminding from £6.50 per hour
  • Babysitting from £10.00 per hour

I charge £6.50 per hour.
I am registered to offer government FEEE funded places for 2, 3 and 4 year olds and tax free childcare.

My 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
27 October 2021
An inspection revealed both strengths and areas for improvement in this childcare setting. Children enjoy warm, caring relationships and benefit from good language development support. The local environment is used to enhance learning, and children have opportunities to make decisions. However, more challenging physical play opportunities are needed, and self-chosen play could be better extended with appropriate resources. Overall, the inspection found the childcare to be good across all areas.
Summary generated by AI from the text of the inspection report.
14 November 2018 - Good
14 April 2015 - Good
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My Documents

  • Ofsted Certificate (added 06/09/2021)
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Reviews

5 stars 5 out of 5
6 ratings

Latest reviews

Below are the latest reviews for Jane Sau. 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.

My son has been cared for by Jane and her team since he was 7.5 months old. She made the transition so easy especially for an anxious mum and now he can’t wait to go! They do such a varied programme and really integrate his interests at the time into the programme and tailor activities to extend his learning. They handle his food allergies so carefully. It really is home from home and feels like leaving him in the care of relatives rather than a stranger.

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by Avatar for Helen Helen on 12/09/2025


Response by Avatar for Jane Sau Jane Sau on 12/09/2025:

Thank you so much Helen. The three of you feel so much like family and I feel so grateful for this. I am sure we will all be part of each others lives for years to come. I consider it a privilege to care for your son and love him very dearly xx

I have two children, the oldest now 12 and the youngest 7, both of whom have been in and out of Janes care their whole lives. I really can't recommend her highly enough. There are always interesting and stimulating activities going on, play, learning and fun, and the children always enjoy going. They feel safe and well cared for with Jane, and therefore they learn and develop quickly. I wanted a homely, comfortable environment for my children to grow up in, and she really goes the extra mile because she is so passionate about her work and the joy of seeing the children she cares for thrive.

  • 5 stars Overall
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by Avatar for Pauline Pauline on 04/09/2025


Response by Avatar for Jane Sau Jane Sau on 12/09/2025:

Thank you so much Pauline. Your children are a credit to you, your husband and themselves and the fact that I have been able to watch them grow to such fine young people is my privilege. I continue to enjoy every minute I spend with all of you xx

My son was at Jane's from 8 months old to 4 years old, and only stopped when he started school. She has been so loving and caring. I was happy leaving him with her knowing he would do so many wonderful activities and be shown so much love. Jane wants the very best for the children in her care. My son would ask when it was a Jane day and would be happy to go and play with his friends there. She was very vigilant with food intolerances to make sure he was safe. She's given lots of advice and been incredibly helpful in so many ways.

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by Avatar for Ros Ros on 03/09/2025


Response by Avatar for Jane Sau Jane Sau on 12/09/2025:

I have been so fortunate to work with your family, to see you all grow and I wish you personally so much good luck in your new career journey. Your son will be in my heart forever, such a wonderful family. Thank you for your kind words Ros xx

We have been using Jane as our little boy's childminder for 6 months (currently 14 months old) and it has been amazing! Jane has become like family to us. She has created such an amazing bond with our little one, he loves going to Jane's. It is so nice to drop him off and know that he is in a safe and loved environment. We get regular updates throughout the day on how he is doing and what his routine has been and what he has been up to which is lovely. Jane takes him out to various different places like soft play, play group etc so he has lots of experiences and adventures with her! I couldn't recommend Jane more!

  • 5 stars Overall
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by Avatar for Chloe Chloe on 05/01/2023


Response by Avatar for Jane Sau Jane Sau on 05/01/2023:

Thank you so much for your kind words Chloe, such a lovely family and it really is my pleasure! Xx

I have been using Jane's services for six years now. She is like a family member and a friend to us all! My kids (boy and a girl) absolutely love Jane for her kindness, support she always gives them, and occasional, very welcome treat ;o)
I've always liked Jane's approach to children - she is very caring and at the same time she teaches them important lessons in life, behaviour, manners, all in a kind and understanding way. She always looks at each child as an individual and customises her approach to cater for each child's needs.
Jane can be fully depended upon and I highly recommend her to any family!!!

  • 5 stars Overall

by Avatar for Ewa May Ewa May on 27/07/2022


Response by Avatar for Jane Sau Jane Sau on 27/07/2022:

Thank you so much for your kind words, it has been my pleasure to work with you all xxx

My son enjoys staying at jane's. It is a fun , pleasant and friendly atmosphere and sometimes wishes he could stay there.

  • 5 stars Overall

by Avatar for vicki c vicki c on 29/08/2013

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