Dawn
Childminder in Camberley
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Female Member since Sep 2010 Last Updated Apr 2025 Last Login 09 May 2025
My Summary
Childminder
About Me
I have a space available from SEPTEMBER 2025
under 3y
I have a PT space Monday's, Tuesday's and Friday's
A FT space Monday's-Friday's.
But
I AM FULL AT THIS MOMENT IN TIME.
I am registered to accept 15 and 30 hours funding for 9m and up. I am also registered to accept work and gov childcare voucher schemes.
My name is Dawn. I have 3 grown up boys, 6 grandchildren and a hypoallergenic dog (dosn't shed fur).
I work in line with the EYFS and all current government guidelines.
I have a daily/weekly routine when going out and about. I like to do a morning activity most days such as visiting the library, soft play and role play centre, playgroups, forest park and visits to the duckpond.
Bigger day trips in the holidays include such things as visiting farms, zoo's, local museum's and trips to the local fire station when we can.
The children have use of a large garden, which has an outside educational area, messy play, kitchen, role play, sensory play areas, and selection of slides and climbing equipment.
Inside play resources include free flow play and planned meaningful activities.
I provide many different educational, exciting and above all fun activities for the children to enjoy.
Please do not hesitate to contact me for any further information.
My Experience
I have been a childminder since 2004
I'm fully first aid trained and have completed all mandatory training, level 3. In addition I'm continually seeking opportunities to expand my knowledge and experience with additional training workshops.
Over the years I've worked with children of all ages with a range of needs and abilities, I myself have dyslexia.
I take a flexible approach to my practice and working in partnership with parents is paramount.
My Qualifications
My last Ofsted inspection was September 2023 I was graded "Good" by Ofsted.
My First Aid, Safeguarding and CRB are up to date.
I have certificates for courses & workshops I have been on over the years. Some of which are Level 3 Childminding Practice, Child Protection, Safeguarding Children & Health & Safety.
My Availability
Opening:
Monday - Friday.
I will be as flexible as I can to fit around the children’s and your needs.
I DO 1 School pick up that I walk to.
I will not be doing any other school runs and
NO Nursery pickups or drop-offs
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Before School | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
| Morning | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
| Afternoon | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | 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: 09/03/2025 | |||||||
My Fees
- Childminding from £6.80 per hour
Starting FROM £6:80ph
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
- Ofsted Certificate (added 22/02/2024)
- Utility Bill (added 15/09/2023)
- Other (added 22/02/2024)
- Exam Certificate (added 22/02/2024)
- First Aid Certificate (added 22/02/2024)
Reviews
5 out of 5
Parents say
This childminder is highly recommended by multiple parents for her exceptional care and reliability. She creates a warm, welcoming environment where children settle quickly and thrive. Parents praise her communication, flexibility, and ability to teach and develop their children. The childminder organizes engaging activities and outings, demonstrating genuine care for the children's needs and well-being.
Summary generated by AI from the text of recent member reviews
Latest reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Dawn. 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.
We cannot reccoment Dawn enough! She was looking after our little boy from when he was 15 months until 2 years and we had the greatest experience! We had never used this type of childcare before, so we were a bit anxious in the beginning but she made things run so smoothly. She is very reliable, straightforward, caring, fun and has great experience with kids. We trusted her right away and didn’t regret it. Now we have relocated to a different city and my son is still actively asking for her. One of the biggest signs that our little one was in good hands. Lucky to have found her!
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tk88
on 14/02/2025
We found Dawn after a rocky start with another childminder.
We were apprehensive and worried but Dawn reassured us and put us at ease straight away. She is warm and friendly, exactly what our anxious baby needed. After being with Dawn for a couple of months, our son has settled really well. He comes home happy. We get regular updates and pictures about how their day has been which is really reassuring. We’re so glad we found Dawn when we did! Couldn’t recommend her enough :-)
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Abby
on 13/03/2024
Our 2 boys have been with Dawn for over 4 years now and we haven’t looked back. She is the most amazing childminder. It’s such a great feeling being able to go to work and not worry about if your children are ok.
Immediately we felt at ease with Dawn. She is so caring, friendly and welcoming with both of my boys. The amount she has taught them is unbelievable. I honestly don’t feel they would have been developed as much as they have without her. She is always as flexible as she can be and a great communicator with us.
She cares so much for the boys. I’ve forgotten lunches before and she has saved me going back by offering to provide them lunch with her own food. If I don’t send them in the right clothes or forgot to pack extras, she always lets them borrow clothes and never makes me feel bad for it.
The boys love all the different trips out and playing in her house with the big garden. They couldn’t be happier. I cannot recommend Dawn enough. We would be completely lost without her.
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Jackie
on 17/01/2023
We found Dawn after unsuccessful attempt with the nursery...
We were truly shocked how quickly our son settled in! She has an amazing approach. Hs really looked forward to each day with Dawn. Was really excited with all the activities she was organising, visiting local airport to watch the planes, hopping aboard the miniature train, visiting lots of parks and playgrounds.
She really cares about children, listening to their needs. What touched me the most was when she gave my son her own jacket when I failed to dress him up properly for the weather..
We are really happy that we found her, one of the kind. We are grateful for looking after our son so well..
She will be truly missed while my son starts new adventures soon elsewhere...
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Joanna
on 31/08/2022
Dawn has been absolutely fantastic. She was able to step in when our previous childminder let us down out of the blue, and made my son feel welcome immediately from the first visit.
He has absolutely adored his time with Dawn, going and leaving in a wonderful mood every time. Dawn was even able to accommodate him on extra days when I was under the weather.
I highly recommend Dawn as your childminder!! We will miss her when he starts school!
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Lauri83
on 04/08/2022
My son has attended Dawn's as a couple of one off days. She helped him to settle really well on those days and followed his routine that we asked for. He came home a very contented baby. Happy baby, happy mummy. Her experience as a mum and child-minder are quickly very apparent.
Very professional, yet comforting and approachable.
I'd highly recommend.
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on 31/08/2015
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