Eileen A
Childminder in Chiswick
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Female Member since Aug 2013 Last Updated Dec 2024 Last Login 12 Dec 2024
My Summary
About Me
My name is Eileen, I am an Ofsted Registered Childminder, graded 'Outstanding' for the third time in March 2020. I live in Chiswick in a large house with garden with my husband, two daughters (21 and 18 both at University) and our pet Ragdoll cats. I operate a small home based childcare setting from Monday to Friday. I work with two assistants from Monday to Thursday and one assistant on Friday. My current full time assistant Amy has been with me since 2020, our newest member Astrid (started in Sept 2023) is completing an apprenticeship as an Early Years Educator (Level 3)
Both Amy and I have recently completed a Early Years Professional Development Programme run by the DfE.
My main aim is to provide a safe, warm and nurturing home environment with a stimulating mix of child and adult led play activities such as, arts and crafts, baking, sensory experiences and free play. I have a structured routine and we go out every day. Children in my setting have access to variety of different activities in the local community, attending Rhyme Time, going to local parks, green spaces, soft play and the library. I plan special trips such as Kew Gardens, trips to the museums and nature reserves where children have the opportunity to encounter and discover new experiences.
I provide each day, fresh, healthy and home cooked meals incorporating each child's individual needs and tastes
Children have spaces for them to rest and sleep during the day and are regularly monitored to ensure their needs are met,
I am N.N.E.B qualified with over 20 years experience of working with children. I have a Foundation Degree in Early Years and and a 2:1 BA Honours Degree in Childhood and Youth Studies (level 6 qualification). I am able to provide excellent references and my setting is situated close to all public transport links.
Childcare vouchers accepted and I am a Tax free childcare and Early Years funding approved provider.
My hobbies when I am not working are spending time with my family, helping out at the local foodbank, reading, and socialising with my friends and family.
My Experience
I have worked with children since leaving school in a variety of roles such as classroom assistant, nursery nurse and playgroup supervisor and have accumulated a vast knowledge and experience of child development over the years. I have been a registered childminder since 2005, prior to childminding I worked as a nanny in central London for over 10 years. In addition, I have brought up my own two children, so I am in a unique position where I can relate to parents and see things from a parents perspective, but equally I am a highly trained and skilled professional practitioner who can offer advice and support to parents when needed.
My Qualifications
City and guilds 324 in Childcare
N.N.E.B diploma
Certificate in Early Years (Level 4 qualification)
Foundation Degree in Early Years (Level 5 qualification)
BA Honours in Childhood and Youth Studies (Level 6 qualification)
First aid certificate
Food Hygiene certificate
Safeguarding
Prevent Duty
EYFS training
Speech and Language training
Managing Staff
Early Years Professional Development Programme (DfE)
My Availability
Currently we have no availability- if you would like your little one to be placed on our waiting list for late summer/September 2025 please contact me.
Open - Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
8am to 6pm
7.30am start available if requested subjected to additional fees.
Please contact me if you would like further information or be placed on the waiting list.
Please note - A deposit is required to secure a place in my setting.
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My Fees
- Childminding from £14.00 per hour
Daily rate from £100
we are able to provide funded spaces from 9mth olds (subject to availability)
Payment of fees to be paid in Advance.
What is included in the cost -
Home cooked food, snacks and drinks (excluding formula milk)
Wet wipes and toiletries (excluding nappies)
Weekly activities - Rhyme time music group, soft play, library, parks and green spaces.
Organising special activities such a visit to the Fire station, pond dipping, growing our own butterflies and many more
Cost for outings to Kew Gardens, Museums, soft play and other places of interest
Resources such as toys, equipment, art media, materials and cooking ingredients.
Weekly and monthly themes are planned to extend learning and experiences. For example, activities are based on topics like seasons, cultural events, shapes, colours and child's own interests
Regular updates regarding child development including parents evening (twice a year).
Support and advice to parents in relation to their child, if needed.
Weekly newletter highlighting menu, theme of the week, activites, extending learning at home and any news.
Daily updates of your child using a messaging platform, online daily diary and verbal communication.
Homemade presents and cards for parents at Christmas, Valentines day, Mother's day, Father's day, Easter and other important events throughout the year.
Birthday cupcakes to celebrate your child's birthday.
Christmas party for the children and carers at a local venue with entertainer
Annual summer picnic for children and their parents to socialise together
Qualified and experienced staff.
Training for staff.
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
- UK Driving Licence (added 17/01/2023)
- Ofsted Certificate (added 01/08/2017)
Reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Eileen A. Please note that reviews represent the subjective opinions of other Childcare.co.uk users 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.
Our son has been with Eileen full-time for just over a year now, since he’s been 10 months old, and he has thrived and developed more since than we could have ever imagined. He loves Eileen, her staff and his little friends and is so happy there. Never picked him up and he wasn’t beaming from the day that he’s had.
All staff members are incredibly kind, caring and loving and they put a lot of effort into providing a safe and supportive environment that allows for creative and balanced indoor and outdoor experiences. The children learn about new themes every week and get to go out to different local places every day. Eileen and her team enable the children to discover their surroundings whilst advancing their physical and mental skills, leaving them with an unmatched curiosity about the world. The freshly prepared home-cooked food that Eileen prepares every day is fantastic, healthy and tasty and she makes sure to celebrate holidays, birthdays etc. Staff members really know each child individually and build strong relationships with each and every one of them.
We also really appreciate the value all staff members place on teaching good behaviour and helping little ones develop their social skills, always cooperating with parents and providing helpful advice. Her setting really has become my son’s second family and we are incredibly grateful to all staff for everything they are doing for our little boy. We are due a second baby soon and would feel very lucky if she can attend Eileen’s setting once parental leave is over.
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We have taken all three of our children to Eileen in recent years - our oldest is now 6 - and we feel exactly the same as we have all the way through - that we have total confidence they are well looked after and happy while they’re with her and her assistants.
Our youngest is there currently and couldn’t be happier going in Monday to Thursday.
We travel from Richmond because once you find the right person it’s worth doing and we’ve always been able to manage pick up times within the hours very easily.
It’s been a great journey :)
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Ed F
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Eileen A
on 13/03/2024
Response by
Eileen A
on 13/03/2024:
Awww thank you 🤩 it’s been a pleasure having your beautiful children ❤️
Where do I start...
We were so lucky to come across Eileen and her team 2 years ago! In urgent need of a childminder due to work situation, I came across Eileen's profile and gave her a call. Lucky for us at the time she had a spot come up, due to unforeseen circumstances .
She invited me to come hangout in Turnham Green Park to see how my boy would feel in a new environment and new playmates, since then we haven't looked back.
Eileen has a formidiable team, my boy has grown so attached to Amy and Astrid ,who he adores ,not even giving me a second glance in the morning when dropping him off.
The team are always doing something different, whether its making sand castles in Chiswick Park, or bashing instruments at music class, yet with all that fun being had there is an undertone of structure and old fashioned discipline which is hard to find these days. She has a remarkable understanding of the development needed in these early years.
Her expertise has taught us such a great deal, even though we have two older children.
I could go on, but if you're looking for a safe, structured, fun loving place for your bundle of joy to hangout everyday, then look no further . That's if you're lucky enough to get a spot.
6 Stars..
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JillF
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on 08/03/2024
Response by
Eileen A
on 08/03/2024:
Awwww we will miss you all so much when you move ❤️ if you come back to London you know where we are x
We feel so fortunate to have found Eileen and her wonderful team. Our son started at the setting at 9 months of age and has thrived in the loving, caring and fun environment that Eileen passionately curates. Every effort is made to make both the children and parents feel comfortable, with a thorough settling in period and adaptations to routines welcomed as your child grows.
Wind, rain or sun; Eileen and the team always take the children out for activities in the local parks, library or soft play with plenty of photos and updates provided: always beaming smiles! Being outside in green spaces and discovering nature is a huge plus for us and is a core part of the day.
The level of nurture is apparent on all fronts - introduction to counting, singing, arts and crafts, guidance during group play - all of which has led to our son showing great signs of confidence and emotional intelligence at 21 months.
The meals are so varied and lovingly made, encouraging the children to enjoy eating together as a social occasion.
Our son goes off everyday excited to see his friends, often forgetting to say goodbye as makes his way to the kitchen for breakfast! It genuinely feels like being part of a big family and we are so grateful to Eileen and her team. We just hope she’ll have room for baby number 2!
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LAW1307
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Eileen A
on 07/03/2024
Response by
Eileen A
on 07/03/2024:
Thank you so much for your fantastic review - I couldn’t ask for nicer families ❤️ it’s a privilege to look after such gorgeous children ❤️
I feel so lucky to have found Eileen- her and her team are just absolutely brilliant.
As a first time mum, I was so nervous about my daughter starting childcare at the same time as moving house and starting back at work, but Eileen and her team couldn't have made it easier. The transition was really smooth and Eileen was so accommodating to make sure our daughter was settled and happy with the new normal.
A few months in and our daughter is well and truly thriving with Eileen. She is so happy to go there each morning and the children all just seem like one big happy family. The kids do lots of fun activities including daily outdoor time in Chiswick House and Gardens, trips to soft play and the library and also crafts and baking as well as playing with lots of toys. Eileen also prepares home made food for each meal and sends regular photos so we can see how her day is going.
Couldn't recommend Eileen, Amy and Astrid enough- thank you guys!!!
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AlexaO
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on 05/03/2024
Response by
Eileen A
on 05/03/2024:
Awww thank you for your lovely message, we are so happy A has joined us and settled in so well, she’s a perfect addition to our little group ❤️Thank you for choosing us
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