Play And Learn
Childminder in Woking
Female Member since Feb 2019 Last Updated Jun 2022 Last Login Nov 2024
My Summary
About Me
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l am an Ofsted registered childminder. I have a lovely family, my husband and three children, a daughter aged 22 and two sons, aged 20 and 17. I am located at a cul-de-sac location that is few minute walk from Woking town centre and within 10 minutes of the train station. There is a small park for children less then 50 yards away from my house and have a private garden at the rear. I have a pet cat named Kovu who is very much part of the family.
Since my children are all grown up and now in college/university, I have a lot of free time and so I wanted to start work. However, I needed a career which would be flexible and still suit my lifestyle and family’s needs. As I have a passion for working with children, childminding seemed the obvious choice and made most sense.
My family and I all have had enhanced DBS checks and my daughter and I have undergone Paediatric First Aid training. I also have current ChIP (Childminding Introduction Programme) and Safeguarding training. In addition I hold both public liability insurance and business use on my car insurance.
I offer both flexible and affordable, quality childcare for children aged 0-8 years of age within my home. My setting is homely, friendly, safe and above all a fun environment for the children, with plenty of opportunity for play, and stimulation for all ages. My setting is a non-smoking, drugs and alcohol free zone.
I am registered on both the Early Years and Childcare registers. All my work is based around the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework.
The services I offer vary dependant on the needs of the parent/carer. This can be part time, full time places between the hours of 8am and 6pm. But this can be adjusted if need be. I provide only pickup from Goldsworth Primary school.
My Experience
I have looked after children of various ages, helping them reach their milestones.
My Qualifications
Full Paediatric First Aid Course
ChIP (Childminding Introduction Programme)
Safeguarding Children Workshop
My Availability
I am flexible with the hours I offer. This can be part time, full time places between the hours of 8am and 6pm. But this can be adjusted if need be.
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
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| 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 | yes | no | no |
| Evening | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Overnight | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Last Updated: 03/03/2022 | |||||||
My Fees
- Childminding from £6.50 per hour
Please contact me to discuss fees futher
My Local Schools
- I provide drop offs and pick ups at Goldsworth Primary School
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 26/02/2019)
- First Aid Certificate: Tigerlily first aid (added 26/02/2019)
- DBS Check (added 26/02/2019)
Reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Play And Learn. 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.
Tara is amazing and my daughter loved her just like a family member. She is going to Tara since she was 6 months old and due to Tara warm and loving nature she was able to settle in quickly. The minute Tara comes on door to pick her the smile on my daughter face says it all. Tara is proactive in making sure all the child needs are taken care off and very regular in keep parents updated as well. I will highly recommend Tara 💫
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Aditi
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on 08/09/2022
My girls have been under Tara's care since Sept 2020. They absolutely love to go to her place and enjoy their time there. Tara has been wonderful in helping them settle in and she takes extra care to make them feel loved and safe. She cooks delicious food and ensures the girls learn good habits and healthy practices. She takes them out on outings as permitted by the lockdown and weather and this has enriched their experience. Since we're key workers we've relied a lot on Tara's support and she has been very understanding and flexible and totally trust worthy. She's good at communication and keeps us upto date of the children's progress. I would recommend her to any parent as I work in peace everyday knowing my children are in safe and loving hands.
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Matilda
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on 13/01/2021
My kids, age 7 and 5 have been going to Tara for over 10 months now and they absolutely love their time after school at Aapi's place. Tara has been excellent with kids, puts in a lot of effort to plan activities for them so that they are constructively occupied, at the same time ensures the time is relaxing and enjoyable. My kids have been fussy eaters but Tara encourages them to try different food, which they find very yummy!
I am very pleased with her professionalism and would highly recommend her for any childcare jobs. She has also been accommodative to my last minute requests.. thank you Tara..
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Sheeni
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on 25/02/2020
My daughter is very choosy when it comes to people. I had really terrible experience with another day care where she hardly went for a month. But when I found Tara all my worries were gone in a moment.
Right from the trial session my daughter looked very comfortable with this homely environment. And I never worried about her even for a minute after that.
Tara takes really good care of my daughter and all the kids coming to her place. They all have lot of fun together. She also makes sure they learn and experience new things every day.
My daughter has developed a lot over past few months. She likes the tasty food that Tara makes for her :)
Tara also customizes her schedule if my daughter is not feeling well and takes extra care.
She has also started taking her to couple of playgroups which is proving to be a great and enriching experience for my little one.
Tara's family members are also very nice and supportive. It gives me more comfort and confidence leaving my baby there for the whole day.
I would say my little one has become part of Tara's happy family over these few months now. And she looks very happy when she goes to Tara - making me worry-free for rest of my work-day :)
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Arati
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on 03/02/2020
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