Thelma
Childminder in London: Croydon (also available for babysitting)
Female Member since Sep 2020 Last Updated Oct 2024 Last Login 22 Nov 2024
My Summary
About Me
My name is Thelma and I have a passion for working with young children to provide a safe environment to support their development and education needs.
BricksBlocks childminding offers a ‘home from home’ environment, whilst following the curriculum of the Early Years Foundation Stage( EYFS)
My property is situated over two floors, allowing your child supervised access to the downstairs living room space, children’s toilet and kitchen - when cooking and baking activities are taking place.
Child-led and free play is encouraged, along with interaction with other children to support growth and development. Throughout the year I host a variety of activities and themes that your child will be encouraged to participate in, however are not mandatory in any way. I am also an advocate for being outdoors with children (in all weather), especially as I am aware that many properties in London have none or limited access to their own personal green space.
Opening Hours
I offer flexible opening hours between 7:00am and 6:00pm Monday to Friday, however should you require extended childcare outside of these hours please kindly contact me to discuss further.
Food/Nutrition
Each child’s individual dietary requirements will be discussed at the point of registration; however breakfast and a home cooked lunch and dinner will be available to all children at no extra cost.
Activities
I like to ensure that the children that I look after are stimulated by the activities that we participate in. I also ensure that even the ‘fun’ sounding activities have lots of elements of learning to them. Whilst I believe routine is important, I am also flexible based upon your child’s needs. I regularly take children to enjoy a wide range of activities such as stay and play groups, soft play, farms, swimming, messy play including play dough, painting, baking, arts and crafts, sand and water play, drawing, numbers and alphabet or spelling along with music and singing, dance and dress up.
I also offer 4 hour sessions at no cost prior to your child starting as a settling in period for your child, yourself and I to get to know each other. Please note that once you confirm a space for your child it is required by law to get all mandatory permission forms and contracts signed.
My Experience
I am an Ofsted approved registered childminder with over 14 years’ experience in the field. This has allowed me to gain access to a wealth of external provision to support your child, as well as offering an array of activities within my own home. I hold an Level 5 in Early childhood studies, I also hold a valid Paediatric First Aid certificate, Food Hygiene certificate, have an up to date Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and I am trained in the Safeguarding Children. I also have a number of professional references regarding my services available for you to view at your request.
I am a friendly and open person that prides myself on being approachable and flexible when supporting the needs of your child. I provide daily updates regarding your child in a way that suits you via conversation, text or email.
Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
The EYFS is a statutory framework that all child care providers must work to if they care for children from birth to 5 years. It covers the development of your child and has 7 key areas of learning. These are:
• Personal, social and emotional development
• Communication and language
• Literacy
• Mathematics
• Physical development
• Understanding the world
• Expressive arts and design
Items to be provided by Parent/Guardian
• Suitable clothing including wellies and waterproofs during winter months, and sun hats and sun cream in the summer months
• If your child is wearing nappies, please provide nappies, wipes, cotton wool and any lotions required
• Formula/breast milk – this must be stored following the correct guidelines
• A change of clothes in case of any accidents, or your child getting wet during play
My Qualifications
Level 6 in early years
Ofsted DBS checked
paediatric First Aid
Food hygiene
Designated Safeguard lead officer
My Availability
Monday to Friday
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
| Overnight | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Last Updated: 08/10/2024 | |||||||
My Fees
- Babysitting from £15.00 per hour
- Childminding from £8.00 per hour
My Local Schools
- I provide drop offs and pick ups at Rowdown Primary School
- I provide drop offs and pick ups at Fairchildes 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
- UK Driving Licence (added 26/10/2022)
- UK Passport (added 21/07/2022)
Reviews
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Thelma is very amazing with my daughter. She looks after her very well and very understanding. As soon as I drop my daughter, I have no worries because it's like I have left my daughter with another mum.Thelma is respectful not only to the kids but also the parents. She makes sure that the child is fed,prepares her for school incase of drop off or and picking her up, I don't have to worry that the school will call me.She is God sent and my daughter seems happy and settled each time I drop her and pick her up.A big thumbs up.
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Thank you Hidaayah for choosing BRICKSBLOCKS CHILDMINDING for your daughter
Thelma she's a very caring friendly and very patient childminder. My 3 kids love her and she's very good to make they understand they day life with excellent learning skills and activities.
I really appreciated her effort and support she give to me u kids when they're with her.
Keep up with the good work and for sure I can said she's more than qualified for the job she does.
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Thelma is amazing, my son really enjoys himself within her care. Her setting is great, so many toys and learning materials Thelma really provides a nursery like setting within her home. Thelma is very attentive and flexible for my sons needs, she gives daily updates on his progress and everything else while he is in her care. I would highly recommend Thelma to anyone
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Outstanding childminder, highly recommended.
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