Lorraine
Childminder in London: Bexley
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Female Member since Mar 2014 Last Updated Sep 2024 Last Login 27 Oct 2024
My Summary
About Me
Hello, my name is Lorraine, I'm 51 married to David for 21 years and I have 19 year old twins Emma and Matthew. I live on Blendon Road, which is on the 132 bus route, close to Bexley station and also Albany park station.
my working hours are 7.30-5.30 Mon-Thur. Our house is full of fun playing & learning resources - sleeping areas for babies/children - I do not do school runs so the children are not woken to go and collect others - plenty of amazing resources, toys, books, craft activities and puzzles. We also have a large garden with a patio area with lots of outdoor toys, including a new dome climbing frame and seesaw which is also a picnic table! Each year we grow our own veggies and we are semi successful with tomatoes/runner beans and plan to expand on this , children help with this and bring home their wares - we do lots of arts and craft activities and try to sync these with the seasons.
I work very closely with a local childrens centre and attend there regularly. We also do cooking/baking. Ultimately I offer a home from home environment with plenty of care, love and attention on tap! I have a parent only page so parents can see what their children have been doing throughout the day. I use a computerised system that you can log on to at any time to see your childs progress in the EYFS and nappy changes/sleep times too
We’ve recently introduced children’s yoga into our daily routine, the children have really enjoyed this.
As an ofsted registered childminder I follow the EYFS - using the learning through play ethos.
I have just been accepted to be a ‘Bexley Safeguarding Champion’ which means I am now kept up to date with everything safeguarding.
We live very close to Bexley woods which has a lovely stream running through perfect for paddling in wellies! Also close to Danson park Sherwood park and Murchison park. I attend the singing groups at the library, toddler groups and go also to North Cray children's centre and Howbury children’s centre (included in my fee) I've a full clean driving license.
I study lots of online childcare and relevant to childcare courses and am currently working through my level 3 qualification - I am fully set up to accept the 30 hours and 15 hours funding.
We go on lots of day trips, recent days out have included The Fire Engine Museum, The Maritime Museum, Christmas Tree Farm and Godstone Farm.
Because we used lots of wet wipes and i try to be aware of the environment I have changed over from wet wipes to using home made environmentally friendly wipes. They are very kind to children’s skin too.
We've a small King Charles cavalier that loves children and a cat which is not home often
We are a clean non smoking house, please feel free at arrange to come and see us and our setting
My Experience
expereince of new borns, twins, experience of autism and eager to learn to help any child flourish - I have 19 year old twins so have am very organised. Fully registered and insured childminder available - spaces in 0-5 age bracket.
References available
Home from home setting, large house and garden set up for children
Plenty of experience
My Qualifications
Cypop5
Paediatric first aid with training in epi pen
Safeguarding
Understanding the EYFS
Characteristics of Learning
Sing and sign
Safeguarding
Advanced safeguarding
FGM
Working with boys.
Childcare level 3
EYFS 2024
My Availability
1 vacancy available - please come to visit me and see me and my setting and myself
Working hours Monday - Thursday 7.30-5.30
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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 | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no |
Overnight | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
Last Updated: 08/09/2024 |
My Fees
- Childminding from £6.25 per hour
6.25 hour all inclusive
toddler groups, soft play, day trips occasions, park trips, seaside trips in summer all included
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
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My Documents
- Ofsted Certificate (added 23/04/2020)
Reviews
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I like that Lorraine offers so much educational activities, it’s great that my 3yr old recognises his name, can hold a pencil and draw shapes, count past 10, and sing most of the alphabet.
I also find it really convenient that she uses digital services for her contracts, invoices, and tracking development. Plus the daily updates on her private Facebook group are a brilliant window into what my son gets up to every day.
I have been really happy with the childcare she has provided and would happily recommend her to other families.
My son was part of Lorraine’s ‘Crazy Gang’ from around 10mths, until he was 3.5yrs old. Throughout that time, Lorraine delivered an exceptional level of care, and always ensured he had everything he needed to feel safe, secure, and have fun while learning and developing.
Not only does Lorraine have a lovely home with good indoor and outdoor space, but she also takes the children out multiple times a week, visiting lots of local parks, toddler groups, and soft play venues.
Within her setting there are always lots of wonderful toys and books for the children to use, and she also takes the time to provide lots of creative activities tailored to their age and ability. The children regularly watch and follow along with yoga sessions, as well as singing, dancing, and other forms of interactive play.
My son flourished in Lorraine’s care, and I would have no hesitation in recommending her childcare services to any other prospective parents.
Use Lorraine for a couple of years before my son was old enough for school nursery. He was very settled. Lorraine is lovely and puts you at ease. Would definitely recommend.
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