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Inquisitive Minds

Childminder in Timperley

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Female Member since Jun 2011 Last Updated May 2025 Last Login 12 May 2025

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My Summary

Early Years Teacher & Accredited Montessori 0-3 Years Assistant

Ofsted Registered
Special Needs Experience
First Aid Training
DBS Check
Newborn Experience
Full Driving Licence
Own Car
School Pickups
Childcare Qualifications
2 Year old Funded Childcare
3 and 4 Year old Funded Childcare
Tax-Free Childcare
Flexible Hours
Key Worker Childcare
I'm Covid-19 Vaccinated
9 months old Funded Childcare

About Me

Hello, my name is Noreen. I live in Timperley with my family and pet cat - Eddie. I offer full-time, part-time and wraparound care covering Navigation Primary School.

Soon after I registered as a childminder I attended university to acquire essential knowledge and practice that would enable me to work well with children. I'm a qualified Early Years Professional (Early Years Teacher) and I also have a Postgraduate Certificate in Childhood Studies and Practice.

Recently I completed the course: AMI Montessori Assistants Certificate (0-3 years). I was fascinated by the Montessori philosophy and wanted to learn how I can adopt the principles in my practice. I've since made changes to implement gradually what I've gained from the course.

I like to work closely with parents to gain plenty of information on the needs of their child. I share detailed information about a child's day with parents.

My home is smoke free and within easy access to two tram stations.

I offer a nutritional menu and cater for vegetarian and halal diets (as well as allergies). I enjoy accomodating children from diverse backgrounds and ensure that through daily activities, resources and my menu we celebrate this diversity.

My core hours are 8am-6pm. However I'm flexible and can work outside these hours too.

My Experience

I'm a parent to four children. Three are now young adults over the age of 18. I have seventeen years experience as a Childminder. I've cared for children from diverse backgrounds and needs. I'm pleased with the progress they've made in my care.. I've worked with babies through to teenagers.

My Qualifications

AMI Montessori Assistants Certificate (0-3years)

Early Years Professional Status (now named: Early Years Teacher Status)

Postgraduate Certificate in Childhood Studies and Practice

BA(Hons) Business Administration

Paediatric First Aid

Level 3 Safeguarding

Food Hygiene and Safety

My Availability

I offer both full time, part time and short-term (holiday cover) care.

I provide a childcare service 5 days a week, Monday-Friday.

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Last Updated: 06/05/2025

My Fees

  • Childminding from £7.00 per hour

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My Local Schools

  • I provide drop offs and pick ups at Navigation Primary School

My Ofsted Inspections

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5 March 2020
22 May 2015 - Met
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  • DBS Check (added 07/05/2023)
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  • Proof of Covid-19 Vaccination (added 19/05/2023)
  • Exam Certificate: Postgraduate Certificate (added 07/05/2023)
  • Exam Certificate: Early Years Professional Status (added 07/05/2023)
  • Exam Certificate: AMI Montessori Certificate (added 07/05/2023)
  • Inspection Report: Ofsted report (added 31/05/2020)
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Fantastic Childminder – Highly Recommended

5 stars

My little one has been with Noreen for the past four months, and I couldn't be happier with the care she provides. From the very beginning, she has created a warm, nurturing, and safe environment where my son feels completely at home.

He absolutely loves spending time there, enjoys his meals, takes his naps comfortably, and most importantly, has a great time. It's reassuring to see him so happy and settled every day.

I truly appreciate the dedication, and I highly recommend her to any parent looking for a loving and professional childminder.

Thank you so much for all that you do! 😊

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by Avatar for Aisha Aisha on 04/02/2025

Amazing lovely Noreen

5 stars

I would recommend Noreen to anyone who is looking for a lovely helpful and caring person.
Noreen is our childminder since September and we couldn't be happier with her.
She is always happy to help with last minute requests and our son adores her.
Thank you Noreen for being you.

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by Avatar for Dana Dana on 22/07/2022

Excellent

5 stars

My baby attended Noreen for 6 months . She was always happy and smiling and clean when I picked her up . She learnt lots of things and Noreen always kept me updated about her during the day .

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by Avatar for Ziggy66 Ziggy66 on 18/01/2022


Response by Avatar for Inquisitive Minds Inquisitive Minds on 21/01/2022:

It was a pleasure to look after your little girl. She will be missed by us all!

Warm and friendly childminder

5 stars

My son started with Noreen at 11months and stayed in her care until he started nursery at 3, Noreen was wonderful and patient with him and he really bonded with her. She made wholesome food for him to eat and had lots of toys and activities for him to enjoy. My son really enjoyed his time with her and I would highly recommend her service!

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by Avatar for Afia Afia on 21/12/2021


Response by Avatar for Inquisitive Minds Inquisitive Minds on 21/01/2022:

Thank you Afia. I look forward to looking after your little girl. Thank you for trusting me again!

Lovely Childminder

5 stars

My 5 year old girl started going to Noreen since September. She loves going there. Her house is very clean and cosy. She has a lot of toys and entertainment for kids. She cooks healthy hot meals and help the kids with their homework.
Noreen is a lovely Childminder and I definitely recommend her!

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by Avatar for Dalia Dalia on 21/12/2021

Wonderful and much appreciated

5 stars

Noreen has looked after my 11and 3yr old for almost 11/2yrs now. My elder one settles well in new places but I was sceptical about my little one but he has adjusted very well with noreen due to her loving and caring nature.
He is always happy to go to her care and gets sad when he is leaving at the end of the day. The day starts with," when am I going to Big Thomas nursery( he has renamed the nursery as per his toys preference)?".
I am only changing my childcare as I have moved house but would have continued if my circumstances wouldn't have changed.
I have already refereed her to few of my friends.

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by Avatar for Parent Parent on 26/04/2017

Great Childminder

5 stars

Noreen looks after my child before school and takes him to school, also looks after him in school holidays but is always very flexible when needed.

Provides safe, friendly environment for children and encourages them in learning and provides feedback on progress.

Would highly recommend.

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by Avatar for Parent Parent on 14/04/2017

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