Diana
Childminder in Maidstone (also available for babysitting)
Usually responds within 24 hours
Female Member since Nov 2021 Last Updated Apr 2025 Last Login 10 May 2025
My Summary
Care With Love
About Me
Hello, My name is Diana and I am Ofsted registered childminder, Maidstone near Mote Park. I live with my husband and my two children in a free alcohol and non-smoking house, with a big back garden.
I am a passionate and dedicated childminder committed to provide a warm, nurturing and stimulating environment where children can thrive and develop.
I hold relevant qualifications and certificates including Safeguarding, Paediatric first aid course, equality and diversity course, Early Year Foundation Stage, ensuring that I am fully equipped to care for children's physical, emotional and educational needs. My approach is child-centred, where I focus on each child unique personality, strengths and areas for development.
Health, safety and wellbeing are always at the heart of my care. My home is a safe, clean and stimulating environment where children are free to express themselves and grow.
I believe in creating a safe space where children can express themselves freely and explore their interests. Through a combination of structured activities and free play, I provide opportunities for children to develop long-life key skills in communication, problem solving, creativity and social interaction. Whether is through arts, crafts, outdoor play, storytelling or educational games, I ensure that every day brings something fun and enriching for the children in my care.
I value open communication with parents and I provide regular updates on the children's progress, milestone or any concerns that arise. My goal is to build a strong trusting partnership with families and be a reliable, loving caregiver for their children.
My Experience
I have 16 years of care experience and I have undertaken all EY relative courses. I will continue updating my knowledges with further courses. I always loved to look after children.
My Qualifications
I am Ofsted registered childminder with a full paediatric first aid course.
Safeguarding certificate and Equality and diversity course.
I undergone Understanding Nutrition and Health course to provide a adequate adapted meals and meet to different requirements.
I have pre-registration course meeting Ofsted requirements.
My Availability
Monday to Friday
Flexible hours and we can discuss different requirements.
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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 | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
| Overnight | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Last Updated: 24/04/2025 | |||||||
My Fees
- Babysitting from £12.00 per hour
- Childminding from £7.00 per hour
My Local Schools
- I provide drop offs and pick ups at Greenfields Community Primary School
My Documents
- DBS Check (added 22/10/2024)
- Ofsted Certificate (added 22/10/2024)
- UK Driving Licence (added 22/10/2024)
- First Aid Certificate (added 22/10/2024)
Reviews
5 out of 5
Latest reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Diana. 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.
My 15th month old son has been going to Diana’s house a couple days a week 8am - 5pm since the start of the year and he adores her! Her house is clean, cosy and full of toys and activities for the children. My son especially loves playing in her garden and being with other small children.
I have met her other family members during pick up and my son is often snuggled with her young daughter. He is very comfortable at her house.
Diana provides a lot of stability for my son; she is always helping him to learn and cooking him new dishes to try.
I especially like how affectionate and warm she is towards him. It didn’t take long at all before he was climbing into her arms and seeking her out for comfort. I can see she cares a lot for the children she is responsible for.
Diana sends me pictures every day they are together and I see how much fun they have in places like Mote Park & Kent life.
My son often comes home with paintings and things they have made for me which is a really nice gesture.
I feel really fortunate to have secured a space with Diana and I trust her fully to care for my son.
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Peri
on 24/04/2025
Response by
Diana
on 24/04/2025:
Thank you so much for your lovely review.
Your son is a wonderful boy. I really enjoy looking after him x
Diana has been amazing and very caring for both of my children. I feel so comfortable leaving both children with her. She does a range of activities with the children each day and gives a detailed description of their day at pick up and sends photos which I really appreciate.
Diana is very open and honest and works with us with any issues surrounding the children either within the setting or at home.
I would highly recommend Diana.
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Louise
on 22/01/2025
Response by
Diana
on 22/01/2025:
Thank you so much for your feedback. I love to have your children around and you are an amazing parent. X
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