Delightful Gems
Childminder in Swanscombe
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Female Member since Nov 2017 Last Updated Nov 2024 Last Login 24 Nov 2024
My Summary
About Me
Hello, my name is Bunmi and I am an Ofsted registered childminder who has genuine passion and love for children. I have 11 years experience working with children in pre-school settings, day nurseries and in primary schools as nursery and reception class teacher. I am married with 3 amazing daughters aged 14 years, 11 years and 4 years old.
As a qualified teacher and EYFS professional, providing a wide range of activities and learning opportunities to meet the individual needs of children is very crucial to me. Children will learn and develop skills through play and activities that follow the EYFS framework. Every child will receive the support they need to have the best possible outcome and reach their full potentials. This will be delivered in my safe, secure and welcoming environment.
My setting is based in Castle Hill Swanscombe. School drop off and pick up from Cherry Orchard Primary Academy.
By offering great space both indoor and outdoor for moving around, plenty of opportunity for play, interaction and stimulation for all ages, I feel that I have a well-balanced and enjoyable environment for every child.
My Experience
Qualified Primary School Teacher (BSc, QTS)
EYFS experience with babies, toddlers, nursery and reception
Personal experience with own children
My Qualifications
BSc, QTS, EYT (level 6), EYFS, Safeguarding, Paediatric First Aid, Food Hygiene, Full Driving Licence. Managing challenging behaviour, home based childminding trained – PACEY
My Availability
Monday - Friday 7:30 am - 6 pm
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| Overnight | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Last Updated: 19/11/2024 | |||||||
My Fees
- Childminding from £7.00 per hour
Full day - £60 (7.30 am - 6 pm)
Meal inclusive
Part time £7 per hour
School Drop Off £10.00 (From 7:30am inc. breakfast)
School Pick Up £15.00 (Until 6 pm, inc. tea)
Outings may incur additional charges. Will only be booked in consultation with parents/ carers.
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
- Training Certificate: Teaching Qualifications (added 22/01/2020)
- Training Certificate: Food Hygiene (added 22/01/2020)
- Training Certificate: Home-based childcare (added 22/01/2020)
- First Aid Certificate: Paedeatric First Aid (added 22/01/2020)
- DBS Check (added 22/01/2020)
- Ofsted Certificate (added 22/01/2020)
Reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Delightful Gems. 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.
I highly recommend Bunmi who has been taking care of my child. Bunmi is an exceptional, reliable and very caring person. Her nurturing environment, punctuality, and outstanding communication set her apart. Bunmi organises so many activities every day, and our child has shown significant improvements across all areas under her care. We are so lucky that our child attended her childcare service
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Negu
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on 10/11/2023
Response by
Delightful Gems
on 11/11/2023:
Thanks so much for the amazing comments! It was an absolute delight having her with us and working with your lovely family. Thank you.
My son has been with Bunmi since he was 16 months old and it’s been the best choice we’ve made since then. We noticed a difference in his development in a few short months, as he came on leaps and bounds with her encouragement. Bunmi is attentive and kind and encouraging, ensuring the children are constantly learning and socialising. My sons growth with Bunmi has been incredible. He is one of the brightest children of his age that I know (with the exception of the other children in Bunmi’s care who are all advanced and advancing with her guidance) and his speech and language have progressed beyond our expectations.
The children are kept active and engaged with new learning topics each term. They’re engaged in arts and crafts, indoor and outdoor play with trips and adventures my son adores. Bunmi goes above and beyond, an example of which is the recent Jubilee party she held for the children with a bouncy castle and party day for the children. We receive daily pictures and a comprehensive daily update which allows us to keep up with what has been learned and continues the conversations and themes at home.
Above all Bunmi is is kind and caring and attentive to the children, caring for them as if they were her own. My son feels safe and loved with Bunmi and very much enjoys his days with her. I couldn’t recommend her highly enough and have referred friends to her lots of times already. If it’s a choice between a conventional nursery setting and Delightful Gems, there is no contest. My son gets the 1:1 care he needs and is developing and growing wonderfully with Bunmi. Couldn’t be happier.
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KLa
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on 30/05/2022
Response by
Delightful Gems
on 30/05/2022:
Thanks so much for your lovely comments Kayla! I have loved every single moment of caring for your little one and will continue to. It's great to hear how pleased you are! Thank you 🥰
Bunmi has had my twins since they were 6 months and they have absolutely flourished. They have learned so much and interact very well with the environment. Bunmi is very detailed to make sure all the updates for the day and picture are uploaded to keep us informed. She regularly goes over and beyond so I 100% recommend.
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Karen
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on 21/11/2021
Response by
Delightful Gems
on 21/11/2021:
Thanks so much Karen! It's been a wonderful experience with your lovely twins. Thank you for your lovely comments.
My daughter has been going to Bunmi since she was 14 months old and I could not be happier that I chose this setting to care for her. Not only does she receive the love and attention that she needs, but she is also continuously supported to learn age appropriate life skills such as tidying up and turn taking.
Each day we receive photos of Aria at lunch time followed by a full report at the end of the day. We therefore know exactly what she has eaten, the amount of toilet breaks she's had, and the activities she has taken part in. These activities are always a mixture of both child led free play and adult led activities which really supports Aria's development (e.g. gluing and sticking, sorting activities, mark making, etc).
As a primary school teacher I always thought I would struggle to find a setting that I would be completely happy with, but Bunmi has 100% nailed it! Cannot recommend her highly enough.
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Kay
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on 13/04/2021
Response by
Delightful Gems
on 13/04/2021:
Awwww! Thanks so much Kay! It's been a great pleasure having her with us and knowing you and your amazing family! I am so glad to know that you are pleased with our services. Thank you for entrusting your precious gem in our care.
Thank you 😊 🥰
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