L Robins
Childminder in London: Croydon
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Female Member since Jun 2019 Last Updated May 2025 Last Login 05 May 2025
My Summary
About Me
I am Ofsted registered and hold the most recent and relevant pediatric first aid certificate and level two food hygiene certificates.
I have completed a home based childcare Alevel , DBS checked and I have many training & course certificates available for your perusal.
I’m based in Old Coulsdon and have two daughters, Jessica who is 6 years old & Jaimee who is 3 years old.
I focus on a home from home environment with key learning and development for the children. I follow the seven areas of learning whilst making activities fun and engaging for the children.
I am more than happy to arrange for a preliminary meeting/visit to showcase our set up within the guidelines if requested.
My Experience
Experience started with my 10 Nephews and 3 nieces ranging from 0 to 12 years...(and counting!!)
After becoming a mummy & starting my business, I've have had the opportunity to be a part of a number of clients growth ranging from newborn through to pre school age.
Many of my clients have stayed with me since I have started/opened and some returned after maternity leave and all have stayed in touch and kept the friendships between our children too which is lovely!
My Qualifications
Home based childcare ALevel
Paediatric first aid
Safeguarding
DBS Checked
Level two food hygiene
My Availability
*Spaces Available*
Monday to Friday 7.30am to 5.30pm - flexible
I offer early drop offs and late pick ups to support parents work schedules.
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| Overnight | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Last Updated: 03/05/2025 | |||||||
My Fees
- Childminding from £7.00 per hour
£70.00 Set Day Rate 7.30am to 5.30am.
I also offer and accommodate before and after the set day hours for early drop offs and late pick ups to help with parents commitments and schedules.
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
- DBS Check (added 01/11/2021)
- Childminding Agency Certificate (added 15/02/2021)
- Ofsted Certificate (added 05/06/2019)
- Training Certificate (added 05/06/2019)
- First Aid Certificate (added 05/06/2019)
- Exam Certificate (added 05/06/2019)
Reviews
5 out of 5
Parents say
The childminder receives unanimous praise for providing excellent care in a warm, nurturing environment. Parents highlight the perfect balance of structured learning and creative play, with daily communication and photos greatly appreciated. Children thrive under the childminder's care, developing confidence and independence. The setting offers varied activities, outings, and a home-like atmosphere that children love.
Summary generated by AI from the text of recent member reviews
Latest reviews
Below are the latest reviews for L Robins. 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 felt so fortunate to have found Louise. From the warm environment to the prefect balance of structured learning and creative play, Louise has created a space where our child thrives! Louise communicates daily with pictures from the day’s activities and has become my favourite time of the day when I receive pictures showing our little girls beaming smile from ear to ear! Louise is kind, patient and genuinely passionate about childcare. Our child has grown in confidence and independence under her nurturing guide. We wholeheartedly recommend Nestlers to any parent seeking care for their little ones!
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Jenni
on 24/01/2025
My daughter has attended Nestlers for almost 2 years and absolutely loves it! I was nervous about putting her into childcare when I went back to work, but Louise was amazing and managed to get her settled really quickly. Louise also sends photos throughout the day and updates the journal to let us know what activities they have been doing, as well as what she has eaten, how much she has slept etc.
Louise often takes the kids out to play groups/toddler classes or on day trips, such as to the farm, aviation centre and even the Science Museum! My daughter always has so much fun with Louise, her two girls and the other children at Nestlers.
My daughter has developed and learnt so much in her time at Nestlers. Louise provides such a great balance of learning and fun - I can't recommend her enough!
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Lorna
on 07/01/2025
Louise is absolutely fantastic and I would not hesitate to recommend her setting to family and friends.
Our son has been so so happy at Nestlers and learnt so much during his 2 years there. It has been a very hard decision moving him to a nursery, but due to moving areas we had to make the difficult move.
Louise is so caring and it’s felt like we are leaving our son with a close family member!
Our son would come home after each session with arts and crafts he had made and always eager to tell us of all the adventures he had been on that day and the things he had learnt!
Having viewed a number of childminders, Nestlers stood out by far!
It’s difficult to put into works just how amazing Louise is!
We are going to miss her and her family very much!
Thank you for everything Louise!!
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Rachel
on 12/06/2024
We were so sad to leave Louise when our daughter went to pre-school. She adores Louise and her two lovely daughters and made great friends with the other children.
We got a great impression right from the beginning and we were not disappointed. Louise strikes a great balance between learning and play. The children have varied and well-planned activities and outings, plenty of exercise and are beautifully cared for. Louise is a fantastic communicator, kind, calm, 100% reliable and the children absolutely love her. She really puts her all into making the children’s time with her enriching and happy. I couldn’t recommend her more highly.
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Lynn
on 29/05/2024
My son will be leaving Louise’s setting soon to attend pre-school and to say we are all devastated is an understatement. I cannot fault Louise at all, it’s obvious she genuinely cares about the children in her care and offers such a loving and nurturing environment. She has also been a massive support to us as a family through hard times which I’m very grateful for. My son has developed so much whilst he’s been with Louise and we will miss her. I highly recommend Louise as a childminder and any child would be lucky to be in her care!
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Kate1987
on 23/05/2024
I cannot tell you how much I recommend Louise, she has looked after both my children when I returned to work and they both absolute adored her and her family.
Louise always made them feel loved and at home which made going to work easy, knowing they were in safe hands.
Louise always goes the extra mile, throwing the children parties, painting, walks to feed the ducks and so much more.
Thank you so much Louise for all of the love, support and help you have given over the years.
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Joanna
on 19/10/2023
Time at Setting- Nov 2021- Mar 2023
Louise made us feel at ease from the first drop off and kept us up to date with photos, daily journal and messages throughout the day. This allowed us to continue to be included in important milestones.
Louise’s fun and supportive home from home environment, planning of activities and kind nature really allowed our daughter to flourish at her setting.
Ava now goes to nursery, which was a seamless transition thanks to the care provided by Louise and 4 months following leaving childcare at Nestlers she continues to talk about missing Louise and her family. They clearly made a lasting impression on her too.
I can’t thank you enough for taking care of our little lady, I am glad we found you.
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Lauren
on 11/07/2023
Louise is a wonderful childminder who truly cares about the children she looks after. Both our children have loved being cared for by Louise and have formed great friendships with her own children. Her setting is immaculate with lovely outdoor space.
Every day we received photos of the children and a description of the learning and play they did each day. Louise often arranged special parties to mark key events, and frequently took the children on outings Their day was well structured, Louise obviously took care in planning their activities around early years curriculum.
Thanks Louise, from Isla Pops and Cheeky Chops xx
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R Family
on 20/08/2022
My daughter has been going to Louise for around 13 Months and was 9 Months when she first attended. I was a first time mum so really anxious about finding the right childcare for our family but Louise completely put me at ease.
Every day I receive picture updates with what activities they have been doing, which have always been really well thought out and beneficial to Sophia, whether it’s arts and crafts, going to the park or reading books and I strongly believe it has helped Sophia’s language and understanding come on endlessly.
Louise always makes an effort for special events and sends Sophia home with home made cards for Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day etc.
My daughter absolutely loves going to see Louise but also her daughter, the two girls have a lovely little friendship. My daughter barely says goodbye as she runs inside to play, which just takes the stress out of getting to work.
I couldn’t recommend Louise enough!
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Joanna
on 29/03/2021
We were lucky enough to find Louise at short notice following being let down by another Childminder.
My daughter was 10 months when she first went to Louise and from day 1 Louise has gone out of her way to provide a warm, homely and nurturing environment that has made me comfortable and reassured about going to work.
Louise organises different daily age appropriate activities that are both stimulating and educational. There have been on regular trips to the playground and the pond to feed the ducks. Louise also has a lovely child friendly garden.
In the almost 2 years we have noticed our daughter’s speech and language, maths and general knowledge (colours, numbers and awareness) improve past our expectations.
Louise has been great with daily updates in the form of pictures alongside completing an early years journal so as a Parent you really feel involved in her daily life.
When our Daughter has been unwell Louise has been perceptive to pick up on the early signs of illness and kept me updated which is so reassuring to know.
During COVID Louise has adapted to the changing restrictions but at the heart of it has been the importance of keeping the children safe within her home.
If your looking for a home from home environment the I would highly recommend Louise to be a reliable childminder. She was a lucky find. Our daughter will miss her days there.
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LOgley
on 23/02/2021
Response by
L Robins
on 02/03/2021:
Thank you for your review.
Eli was a pleasure to be with and we will miss her very much. I wish her all the best for the future.
Louise
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