Val Smith
Childminder in Woking
Female Member since Sep 2011 Last Updated Apr 2024 Last Login 18 Dec 2024
My Summary
About Me
Hi my name is Val, I live in Knaphill and have been a GOOD Ofsted registered Childminder for
22 years and have a wealth of experience in looking after under 5's.
I have have a beautiful 27 year old daughter who works with me as my assistant.
I offer a very nurturing home from home environment for the children to play and develop. I
believe that babies and toddlers need this foundation, it is imperative for their emotional well
being knowing that they are safe and valued.
I offer a wide range of toys and equipment to suit the ages of the children I care for. I have a
safe and secure outdoor area with a wide selection of ride on toys, trikes, prams, dolls and
a lovely children's playhouse.
During the week we visit toddler groups, childminding groups and soft play where the children
can socialise with their peers, sing songs, play musical instruments and run around to keep
active. I celebrate the children's birthdays, Christmas, Easter and other religious festivals.
At home I do lots of reading stories with the children, simple number and letter books for early
recognition. I also have a large collection of arts and crafts for the children to enjoy.
I follow the Early Years Foundation Stage and will track your child's progress at each stage of
their development. I will provide photos showing a variety of fun and activities they have shared
whilst in my care.
My Experience
I have looked after many children of all ages with some as young as 5 months.
I help them develop into happy, social and independent little people under my care.
I have some amazing reviews from parents some whom I have become great friends
with, I you would care to read them please click on the above link.
My Qualifications
My main qualification is experience. I have my first aid certificate,and have completed my safeguarding children certificate and the majority of my work has come from recommendation over the years.
My Availability
My availability is between 8 and 6.00 Monday to Friday. I also provide 2,3 and 4 year old government funded places.
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My Fees
- Childminding from £6.50 per hour
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
- Ofsted Certificate (added 21/04/2020)
Reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Val Smith. 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.
Val together with her daughter Laurene were taking care of my son for almost 9 months. Unfortunately, we had to leave. They were doing a brilliant job and my son liked them so much that he didn't want to come back home last days. I don't think we will be able to find a better childminder.
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on 05/09/2022
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Val Smith
on 05/09/2022:
Thankyou so much for your review Saaed we loved looking after Sahand very much we were so sad to see him leave xx
Val looked after my 3 year old son at the last minute, when I needed childcare for my father's funeral. My son was happy to go to Val's to play with no time for a prior meeting and when I collected him, he asked when he could go back! He had a lovely time.
He is a sensitive chap and this reassured me that Val is a gentle, kind childminder which is the vibe I got from chatting with her. I'm very grateful for her help and would absolutely use her childminding services in the future. She is a genuine, kind person who both my son and myself warmed to straight away. As well as this her communication was very good, and I have only positive things to say! Thanks Val.
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Sarah
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on 01/12/2021
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Val Smith
on 01/12/2021:
Hello Sarah thankyou so much for your lovely review which was a pleasant surprise.
I'm so happy you are coming back to use my services in a couple of weeks looking forward to seeing you both again. Val xx
Absolutely fantastic chidlminder both Val and Lauren are lovely, kind, caring people.
They have made going back to work after maternity really easy, and our daughter has blossomed there without a doubt, she adores being there in the week and I would highly recommend them both for anyone who is looking for someone kind, caring and reliable.
Our daughter is now going to preschool but we would not hesitate to use Val and Lauren again if we have more children…
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Response by
Val Smith
on 11/09/2021:
Thankyou Daisy for your lovely review x
Val has been a better childminder then we could have ever imagined! Since going back to work after maternity leave, she helped make the transition back to work so easy knowing that our daughter was in safe and very capable hands. She has an organised and clean home, the children are entertained with a broad range of activities inside and outside in her fantastic garden. She always keeps us up to date with photos and lots of communication so we know how our daughter is during the day. Val is incredibly kind and thoughtful and I would be happy to recommend her to anyone.
More than happy to provide a reference or answer any questions if you have them.
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I have no hesitation in recommending Val as a childminder and her wonderful daughter Lauren.
Val has been looking after my son since he was 1 years and I have seen such progress with him socially now he is nearly 2. Knowing that I could go to work and he would be in a safe and happy home made me feel at ease and able to do my job well.
He is always happy when he gets to Val’s and I know he has such a good time with them.
I get lots of correspondence and know exactly what they have been doing throughout the day, how much he has eaten etc.
Val and Lauren go above and beyond to make my son feel at ease and happy, and seeing him grow up in this environment is wonderful.
I have another baby on the way and she will also join Val for childminding.
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