Hodo
Nanny in London: Hammersmith And Fulham (also available for babysitting)
Usually responds within 3 hours
Female Member since Jan 2015 Last Updated Nov 2023 Last Login 13 Dec 2024
My Summary
About Me
My name is Hodo. I’m Ofsted registered childminder and Nanny. My business is fully insured. I speak and write fluent English. In addition to this, I also speak other languages such as Dutch and Somalie.
As a childminder and Nanny I have a good understanding of the new EYFS and will be applying it in my practice. I offer no smoking and nurturing environment with resources to stimulate the children I care for. Through looking after diversity of children, I develop a passion of working with autistic children as well as HDHD.
I have been a full time nanny for the past 10 months to twin boys who were 6 months old when I arrived , they are in my sole care while their parents are at work. I have been a full time and part time nanny for lots of other families with children across a range of ages from 5 months to 8 years old.
The activities given to children in my care will be appropriate for their age. This will consist of sand, water play, painting, construction toys, story time and much more. The children will also benefit from outdoor activities such as visiting parks and playgroups. I observe children in my care to monitor their progress and to also work with the child’s parent to help achieve high standard of education.
I provide fresh cooked meal on a daily bases.
I am close distance from Local Schools/nurseries e.g Wormholt Park School, Ark Swift Academy, Pope John School, Randolph Beresford Day nursery and a good transport link: bus 283, bus 95, 220, 72, 70, 7, 272, 228. I am one minute away from Queen Charlotte Hospital, Hammersmith Hospital, White city train station and shepherds bush train station.
My Experience
I have many years of experience in the childcare field. I am currently a full time nanny for 16 month twins who I have been with since they were 6 month. I have also been a nanny to other babies, toddlers and school aged children. Through these I've learnt to take on responsibility and challenges whilst supporting children of all age. I have excellent knowledge of the fun and educational programs and I use it as a tool to support children when planning fun, exciting and challenging activities.
My Qualifications
I am qualified to Level 2 in Child Care, Level 2 Paediatric First Aid, Level 2 Food Hygiene, Level 2 Certificate in Safeguarding and Prevent Duty Awareness Certificate. I have children of my own that I look after.
My Availability
I am able to offer children a place starting from age 0+ years. I provide care all year round and I am flexible. I do drop off/pick up.
I accept child care costs through government schemes. Discount can be offered depending on parental needs. I am able to work 7:30-6:00pm Monday to Friday and I offer flexibility hours. I also provide overnight care.
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| After School | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
| Evening | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Overnight | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
| Last Updated: 06/11/2023 | |||||||
My Fees
- Babysitting from £12.00 per hour
- Nannying from £14.00 per hour (net)
My fee are negotiable depending on parental needs.
My Documents
- DBS Check (added 22/06/2020)
Reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Hodo. 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.
We are very grateful to Hodo, who cared for our baby boy from when he was 6-18 months and became part of our family! Hodo was a tremendous help as we navigated feeding and weaning, introducing him to new tastes and textures that have turned him into an adventurous eater! She was also instrumental in encouraging his physical development, helping him learn to crawl and then walk, and celebrating every milestone with him and us. In addition to support at home, Hodo also made our son's socialisation a priority. She took him to many different playgroups, activities, soft plays, cooking classes, music classes, parks, zoos, and much more, and we delight in seeing the photos and videos each day of what he's been up to. If ever our son was ill, she gave him all the care and support he needed, taking him to the doctors when necessary, and having a strong knowledge about all the childhood bugs and sniffles! During a busy period when we moved houses and adjusted to a new neighbourhood, Hodo was a steady and reliable presence, finding new activities and other babies for him to get to know. We also appreciate her flexibility with hours when we have an unexpected change of plans. Hodo is positive, reliable, fun, caring, and above all else, developed a strong bond with our son, who beams with delight and runs to greet her with a big hug when "Dodo" arrives at the house in the morning :) We will miss her when we move away and recommend her to other families looking for a reliable, knowledgable and upbeat caregiver for their child!
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The wonderful Hodo has looked after our twins since Jan 2023 and will sadly be leaving us in December 2023 as we are moving to the country. She arrived when Seb & Arlo were 6 months and from the moment she arrived she felt like part of the family. She was totally unfazed by twins being a mother of 4 and having been a childminder. She is the most upbeat and optimistic person I know and the boys adore her. She is a wonderful cook and has introduced the boys to lots of wonderful food meaning they are great eaters. She keeps the boys very busy going to playgroups every morning with trips to the playground in the afternoon and she is always engaging them and teaching them new skills to ensure they hit their developmental milestones. She has helped me bring up two very happy and sociable little boys. She has stuck to my routine and also recommended changes along the way. She keeps the boys play area and bedroom tidy and is happy to do their washing and ironing. She is very tidy, incredibly punctual and never late. If anyone is looking for a nanny, i couldn't recommend Hodo more! We will be very sad to leave her in December!
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I was quite excited to meet this lady but she arranged to meet me twice and failed to show up twice. Not heard from her since. Shame!
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about
Hodo
on 21/05/2022
Response by
Hodo
on 21/05/2022:
The first time I was going to see you my tire punctured. The second time, my nah was in hospital after having a stroke and this is my first day back coming home to my kids. So for you to write that review about me was completely unnecessary but good luck with your search .
On return to work one year after having my first child, I searched extensively for childcare in my area and found Hodo. Originally only meant to help out for 6 months and ended up being 2 years. I didn't feel nursery was right for my one yr old and wanted her to have a more intimate setting of care while i was at work. Hodo is a wonderful, flexible, caring and reliable childminder and my little girl became part of the family until Sept 2019 now she is ready for a nursery setting. Hodo's input has been so invaluable and it was so good to be able to go to work and not worry about my little one, Hodo is always positive and full of energy and we will miss her very much. I am happy to recommend her to anyone looking for childcare in and around W12 area and am happy to be contacted for further information.
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