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Sarah

Childminder in Uxbridge

Female Member since Mar 2024 Last Updated Oct 2024 Last Login Oct 2024

My Summary

First Aid Training
DBS Check
Full Driving Licence
Own Car
Childcare Qualifications
Pre-Registration
I'm Covid-19 Vaccinated

About Me

Hi. My name is Sarah and I have recently become a childminder. I am married with a 1 year old son who is my world! Before I had my son, I was a primary school teacher for 16 years - 14 of which were at the same large primary school in Wembley where I was Head of the Humanities department. My husband is an Art and DT teacher in a secondary school, so we are a pretty hands-on creative family; I often rope him into making me a new area/toy. I decided to take a career change which would enable me to look after my son whilst continuing to work with children - something I have always loved doing. My son and I have so much fun together that we decided we would invite some friends along to join us!

I am passionate about teaching children through creativity, experiences and play and look forward to welcoming your child into a home away from home, where they will be cared for in a loving family environment. I aim to meet their developmental needs and unlock their full potential in a safe and loving setting where they can thrive and explore their likes and dislikes. I will create a termly plan of themes, stories and activities, including messy play, cooking, puzzles, art, role play and a quiet reading time. Plans will be shared with parents so that you can see what your child will be learning.

I have a large grassy garden with lots of outdoor activities including a toddler swing, slide, tractor, car, play mats, sand pit and water play, and in the summer, we have a ‘reading teepee’. I encourage children to play outside on a daily basis, so wellies and puddle suits are a must!

I have a cosy home with a large kitchen where we all eat together around the table and a large living room with access to toys and activities, some of which are rotated depending on the theme we are learning about, needs and interests. We always have lots of books out to enjoy and have a quiet reading time before naps and at the end of the day.

I like to go out to new experiences where we visit the park, library, farm, music and sensory sessions, forest school, local toddler groups and sometimes we take the train to London to go to the museums!

Keeping in touch with parents is a really important part of my ethos, I use the Tapestry app to share your child’s milestones (with pictures), daily developments, food intake, naps, register them in and out and invoices - this is all free for parents to access so you can see their progress and be a part of their day. The app will also include information on themes, outings and general notices.

At present I ask parents to provide packed lunches, but snacks are included in the fees.
I am currently waiting for my OFSTED registration visit but my waiting list is open and visits are welcome.
* Open from 1st December 2024*

My Experience

I have taught for 16 years across all ages but my expertise are in EYFS and Key Stage 1 (4-7 year olds). Prior to teaching I worked in a nursery school and a pre-school.

My Qualifications

Bachelor of Arts degree in Education, Tigerlily paediatric first aid training, OFSTED awaiting registration visit, Hillingdon Childminder training, Enhanced DBS check.

My Availability

Currently I have spaces 3 days a week -Wednesday, Thursday and Fridays 8am-5pm.
Term time only

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Before School no no yes yes yes no no
Morning no no yes yes yes no no
Afternoon no no yes yes yes no no
After School no no yes yes yes no no
Evening no no no no no no no
Overnight no no no no no no no
Last Updated: 15/10/2024

My Fees

  • Childminding from £8.00 per hour

Fees are £8 an hour
Outings/ classes may be additional small fee

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 Documents

  • DBS Check (added 26/07/2024)
  • First Aid Certificate: Paediatric First Aid (added 23/07/2024)
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