Gigglesngrins
Childminder in Stanford-le-Hope
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Female Member since Apr 2023 Last Updated Feb 2025 Last Login 21 Feb 2025
My Summary
Giggles & Grins
About Me
Welcome to Giggle and Grins Home Nursery - a place where your little ones will feel like they are home away from home! We pride ourselves on delivering the best quality care to babies and toddlers, and our priority is to build a strong and secure bond with each child.
At Giggle and Grins, we understand that parents have busy schedules, which is why we offer flexible hours that cater to your needs. We believe that a high-quality, safe physical environment is essential for your child's learning, and we have made sure to create an atmosphere that is conducive to their growth and development.
We are dedicated to providing positive interactions with your child, which includes loads of praise, laughter, and encouragement. We also offer one-to-one support to ensure that your child receives the attention they need to thrive.
Mealtime is a sociable occasion at Giggle and Grins, where we encourage children to eat together and learn social skills. We believe that every child deserves the best start in life, and we are committed to providing it here at Giggle and Grins Home Nursery.
My Experience
As a childminder with over 16 years of childcare experience, I have had the privilege of helping shape the lives of numerous young children. My experience as a full-time mom has also been invaluable, giving me a unique perspective on the joys and challenges of parenting. Experience gained as a key worker in a nursery has further strengthened my ability to provide tailored care to individual children, taking into account their unique personalities and learning styles. I take pride in being a certified childcare professional, which has allowed me to develop the skills and knowledge necessary to provide a safe and nurturing environment for children in my care. Whether it's helping with homework, organizing fun activities or simply providing a listening ear, I always strive to be a positive influence in the lives of the children I work with.
My Qualifications
I have completed several courses and certifications to become a qualified childminder. I started with the NVQ Childcare Certification Level 1, which provided me with a basic understanding of childcare and education. I then pursued the Learning and Development courses at Level 2 and 3, which helped me to enhance my knowledge and skills in planning and delivering activities that promote children's learning and development. In addition to these courses, I have also completed First Aid Pediatric Training, which equipped me with the necessary skills to respond to medical emergencies that may occur while caring for children. These qualifications demonstrate my commitment to providing a nurturing environment for the children under my care.
My Availability
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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: 07/02/2025 | |||||||
My Fees
- Childminding from £6.00 per hour
My Local Schools
- I provide drop offs and pick ups at Abbots Hall Primary School
- I provide drop offs and pick ups at Graham James Primary Academy
My Documents
- Ofsted Certificate (added 07/02/2025)
- Childminding Agency Certificate (added 05/04/2023)
- First Aid Certificate: First Aid Certificate (added 05/04/2023)
Reviews
4.87 out of 5
Parents say
The childminder receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents. She is described as caring, professional, and flexible. Children enjoy their time at her setting, which is clean and well-equipped. Parents appreciate the regular updates, photos, and progress reports. The childminder is praised for her dedication to children's development and for creating a nurturing, home-like environment.
Summary generated by AI from the text of recent member reviews
Latest reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Gigglesngrins. 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.
I have used Reema as our childminder for a year now and my little boys loves her so much.
Honestly she is so amazing, my boys were always excited to go over there and always tells me about what they being doing on the day.
My little boys are super fussy eaters at home but will try food at the setting, if there is something they won't try to eat, always she makes sure to cater for their needs.
She honestly treats all the children just like her own, that's why we feel so comfortable with her and she is just a lovely all round person.
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Ramona
on 12/02/2025
She is the best child minder that I have ever had take care of my children. She is such a warm kind hearted lady. Very caring loving. My two children love staying with her and going to her home, she has lots of fun activities and helps my children with numbers, colours, shapes. My 3 year old daughter has grown with such confidence since she has been taking care of her.
Very happy do glad I found her. Highly recommend.
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Katie
on 12/02/2025
My son attends day nursery at reema’s he is 2 and a very clingy boy! however he took to reema straight away! I was shocked! he never cry’s going in to nursery, from day one he always happy to jump out my car a run up the driveway to knock the front door. He walks straight in with confidence ready to play. We do long days with reema and full time, when ever I collect my son in the early evenings he is very rearly hungry for his dinner. This shows me he eats well throughout the day and gets fed dinners. I’m also given a run down of his day and if there were any matters I should know of. I sometimes get sent pictures of his activities, I’m very pleased overall with my son’s progress within reema’s care, and I trust that she really is taking my child’s needs seriously. Reema’s home is always clean and being cleaned and has a 5* rated Food Hygiene,
Thank you Reema 🙏🏽
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Flair
on 28/01/2025
I can not express enough how grateful I am for the exceptional care my son has received at Gigglesngrins. From the moment we first visited, it was clear that this nursery prioritises not only the educational development of each child but also their emotional and social growth. Reema is incredibly dedicated, warm, and nurturing, making every child feel valued and loved.
My son has flourished in the rich, stimulating environment, and I have seen remarkable improvements in his communication skills, creativity, and confidence.
In short, Gigglesngrins is a true gem. It is a place where my son is not just cared for but encouraged to grow, explore, and thrive in a supportive, engaging, and safe setting. I highly recommend this nursery to any parent looking for a nurturing and enriching start to their child’s educational journey.
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Irene
on 27/12/2024
My daughter started with Reema at 2 and half years old. We visited the setting, we immediately noticed how clean it was and liked that there was a specific area for the children.
My daughter had/has a strong attachment to me so I expected her to cry and not want me to leave. It took a few months for her to get used to me leaving her but this was in no way a reflection on Reema. Once I left, Reema said she would calm down within a minute. Every time I picked her up she had a smile and you could tell she enjoyed herself.
It has definitely got her ready for nursery.
We had a different childminder for our son 4 years ago and the only things I would note that are different is the frequency of photos. I'd love to see more of what my daughter gets up to, especially as I know she loves being there. The other thing is updates/tracking of her progress. I know everyone is different but when my son left his childminder he had a large binder full of pictures, paintings, photographs, tracking his reading etc. She also kept a food diary and kept it in his bag that came home with us so we knew exactly what he ate and how much each week.
Overall, Reema's setting has been great!!
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Jemma
on 05/07/2024
I came across Reema on childcare UK. Was very well suited as working long hours at basildon hospital, she could cater to mine and my daughters needs. I was very nervous as was such long days for my 1 year old but she was very quick to settle. She always has a big smile on her face when I drop her off so that puts me at ease, I know she enjoys going there. She is also coming along so we'll with her speech as mixing with the other children I'm sure this has encouraged her to do so. Reema is very friendly and always professional in her approach. You can see the children love being in her care:)
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Rdp331
on 30/04/2024
I felt so comfortable leaving my daughter with Reema. Reema is so welcoming and makes sure that the environment for the kids is as comfortable as possible. It is very clear that she has their best interests at heart. I was so lucky to have her, and her flexibility with my shift patterns was extremely helpful. Thank you, Reema!
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Cristina
on 10/03/2024
My daughter likes going to Rema house. She is always happy and smiling. As a student nurse, going to placement and university, it was a struggle to find a childminder who can accommodate my busy schedule. Rema is so good with children and very understanding. I am comfortable with my daughter in her care.
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Haoua
on 17/02/2024
My 15month old started going to Reema for about a month now, she loves it there and it's evidence Reema loves the children too... She keeps me updated, flexible as I work shift pattern even her home has an homely feel towards it. My LO is beginning to talk clearly, she enjoys the activities and she always gives Reema a hug once we get there. Qualified, flexible, maintain high hygiene... Reema also works with my daughter's diet as she doesn't eat much at once.......
My anxiety was put to rest, thanks Reema x.... A true gem
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Mayowa
on 15/02/2024
I used Reema at Gigglesngrins for two months to provide day care for my toddler. The nursery has a real family feel environment and it did not take long for my child to settle in.
Reema was really good with my son during his time there and the children played well together. Whenever I picked up my son he always had a smile on his face because he was allowed to play, have fun and bond with the other children.
When I took my son to Gigglesngrins he had a speech delay and did not respond well to his name. He is now able to interact more with toys and engage in activities, which I attribute to the care and approach used by Reema.
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Marc
on 22/01/2024
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