Clare Ch
Childminder in Blackwater
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Female Member since Apr 2010 Last Updated Apr 2024 Last Login 18 Dec 2024
My Summary
About Me
ABLE TO ACCEPT THE 2 YEAR AND 3/4 YEAR FUNDING
I have been childminding for 16 years and currently have before and after school spaces for Frogmore infants and junior schools.
I have a playroom dedicated to childminding.
My Experience
I have been a OFSTEAD registered childminder for 16 years now and I am mum to three children who are aged 16,21 and 23.
I enjoy childminding and it is really nice to see the children that came to me as babies starting school and still coming to me for before and after school care.
I am always keen to give the children in my care a wide range of experiences in the local community and the home.
I make use of the local parks, woodlands and common for exploring and exercise.
The children in my care have access to a wide variety of toys inside and outside and we carry out many craft, baking and sensory activities and lots of free play.
I am experienced in following the EYFS (early years foundation stage) and use a computerised system to liaise with my parents and plan my activities.
I provide a home from home for the children in my care.
My Qualifications
Introduction to childminding
First Aid Course
Child protection Course
Various EYFS courses
Healthy Eating (Hampshire Learning)
Human Nutrition (Open University)
My Availability
Mon - Fri 8.00- 5pm ( any other times can be discussed)
I can drop off and collect from Frogmore Junior and Infant schools, and surrounding pre schools.
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Before School | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no |
| Morning | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no |
| Afternoon | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no |
| After School | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no |
| Evening | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Overnight | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Last Updated: 22/04/2024 | |||||||
My Fees
- Childminding from £6.00 per hour
Contact me for more information
My Local Schools
- I provide drop offs and pick ups at Frogmore Infant School
- I provide drop offs and pick ups at Frogmore Junior School
- I provide drop offs and pick ups at Potley Hill Primary School
My Ofsted Inspections
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My Documents
- Ofsted Certificate (added 26/06/2020)
Reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Clare Ch. 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.
My daughter is currently with Clare she is 2 years old and she adores Clare, always out doing activities and entertaining the children. Very easy to work with, she saved us when we had no where to turn and took our daughter into care. Constant updates and photos of the days activities, Highly recommended
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on 19/09/2024
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Clare Ch
on 19/09/2024:
Thank you very much for taking the time to give me this lovely feedback!
It’s a pleasure to take care of your precious daughter.
Clare regularly takes our 2 year old daughter out to a variety of places including the Look Out Discovery Centre, The Runabout, Bird World, Wisley Gardens, Jakes and Trilakes and different play groups. Here, shegets the opportunity to interact with different children that she is not necessarily familiar with, and develop new friendships. This has helped make her confident and independent and, in my opinion, is one of the main reasons she settled into pre-school so well at the beginning of the year.
She regularly comes home with art work and baking that she has done at Clare’s, and is always keen to tell me what she’s been up to all day. I am then able to see for myself what she has been doing on My Baby’s Days, which Clare regularly updates with photos and a written diary. Clare always keeps me up to date with everything that is going on and if she is planning a day out where she may need something specific, such as wellies, she will contact me a day or so before so she can go prepared.
Clare will soon be taking our second child too. Going back to work is much easier when you know your children are in a safe and happy environment that has become a home away from home.
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Clare Channer has been child minder for my two daughters for over three years. She cared for my eldest child from the age of 3 to 6 years and supported her transition to infant school. My youngest daughter was aged 10 months when Clare first cared for her, she has just turned 4. Clare has provided invaluable support through various aspects of a child's development including weaning, potty training and settling at pre-school.
I always felt the girls were safe with Clare – both in her house and garden and when out and about including travelling in her car.
I have been able to go to work happily and enjoy my job knowing the children were having a fun, structured day in a home from home environment.
The children have always been well cared for with a wonderful variety of age appropriate activities provided for them daily.
The children have only stopped going to Clare while I have time off work to have my third child, I will have no hesitation in leaving my baby in Clare's care after my maternity leave.
Clare is welcoming, friendly, approachable and professional, I wouldn't hesitate to recommend her as a fantastic child minder.
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Clare has looked after my 2 girls (2 and 6yrs) on a few ad hoc occasions when I've needed additional childcare or to cover holidays for my normal childcare provider.
My girls who are shy by nature and not great with change enjoyed their time with Clare and quickly settled into her friendly home environment.
I would recommend Clare as a childminder.
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Clare took care of my 2 children (3 and 7 years old).
They really liked to go to her place.
Clare took them to many places (indoor playground, farms, events...) and she did many indoor activities (craft, cooking...).
Always keen to have a chat with me about my children and other topics.
I would recommend strongly Clare if you need a childminder in Blackwater area.
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