Tina
Childminder in Merstham
My Summary
Childminder In Merstham | Spaces Available
About Me
I’m an Ofsted-registered childminder with 30 years’ experience, offering a warm, welcoming home-from-home setting where children build confidence, make friends and learn naturally through play.
Our days are filled with opportunities to explore, discover and have fun. Activities include messy play, arts and crafts, cooking and outdoor play. We also enjoy daily outings to the park, library and local groups, giving children the chance to socialise, try new experiences and discover the world around them.
I’m based in Merstham, with excellent transport links, and offer school drop-off and collection from Furzefield Primary School.
I’m reliable, flexible and happy to work closely with families to make childcare as straightforward and stress-free as possible.
My Experience
I’ve been a childminder since 1996 and have experience caring for children of different ages and stages of development.
I attend workshops on child development and other childcare-related topics to broaden my knowledge and continue developing my skills.
My Qualifications
EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage) training
Safeguarding Children
Paediatric First Aid
Level 2 Food Hygiene
Enhanced DBS check
Clean driving licence
My Availability
I currently have one full-time vacancy for a child aged 0–5 years, available five days a week.
I offer full-time and part-time care, before- and after-school care, and FEET-funded places for eligible children. I also accept Tax-Free Childcare payments and the government funded hours.
My working hours:
* Monday to Friday
* 7:30 am – 5:30 pm, with some flexibility
* Term time and school holidays
My Fees
- Childminding from £7.00 per hour
Please contact me for fees.
I can accept childcare vouchers and Tax-Free Childcare payments.
My Local Schools
- I provide drop offs and pick ups at Furzefield Primary Academy
My Ofsted Inspections
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My Documents
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- Ofsted Certificate (added 11/04/2023)
Reviews
5 out of 5
Latest reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Tina. 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 daughter has been in Tina’s care since she was 13 months old, when I returned to work after maternity leave. Throughout this time, Tina has consistently shown herself to be a caring, nurturing, and highly dedicated childcare provider. My daughter has learned so much during her time with Tina and has clearly thrived in her environment.
Tina offers a wide range of engaging activities, including trips to the park, playgroups, farm visits, and various creative projects. My daughter always comes home excited to share stories about her day and proudly shows me the crafts she has made.
As my daughter prepares to start school this year, I am very pleased that Tina provides both drop‑off and pick‑up services. It brings me great comfort knowing she can continue in Tina’s care, as I would have been very reluctant for her to leave.
I highly recommend Tina to anyone seeking reliable, nurturing, and high‑quality childcare. She has been exceptional.
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Georgina
on 14/06/2026
We’ve had such a wonderful experience with Tina over the last 4 years. From day one, she made my children feel completely at ease, and it’s clear how much care and attention goes into every part of the day. The setting is safe, welcoming, and full of engaging activities that really support learning and confidence. Communication has always been brilliant, and I love the little updates and photos that show what they’ve been up to. My children come home happy, settled, and excited to go back. I couldn’t ask for better care. I would recommend Tina to everyone looking for childcare.
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ErinHa
on 12/06/2026
My youngest had been with Tina for approximately 2 years and has enjoyed every moment. Tina provides a lovely ‘home from home’ environment and has always been a great support when we have tried various routines. Nothing has ever been trouble and the flexibility of changing days/extending days, when required for work, has helped massively. She is loving and professional, with the child at the centre. We are very sorry to be leaving and will really miss her. I would not hesitate to recommend her.
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louisere
on 02/03/2020
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