Mrs C Forrest
Childminder in Burgess Hill (also available for babysitting)
Female Member since Feb 2010 Last Updated Apr 2025 Last Login 16 May 2025
My Summary
About Me
My name is Carol and I am married to Jim. We live in a 3 bed semi detached house close to the town centre and all local amenities. I have a large back garden with outside toys but also live very close to local parks, one of which is situated in the next cul de sac and we often visit this when walking back from school pick ups. My main aim is to care for the children as if they were my own . I work very hard building good relationships with my parents as i believe that is essential for the well being of the children . After all they leave their most precious possession with us. I attend various toddler groups / childminding groups on several different days of week mixing with other childminders too. I also take various trips further afield to farms , soft play areas, beach etc.
My Experience
I am ofsted registered with an overall rating of 'Good' for my last inspection. I achieved 'Outstanding' in the area of partnership with parents and good in all other areas.
I have been doing this job for 31years now and have cared for children as young as 6weeks up to 12 years old. 2 of my current children are siblings an have been with me since they were 6 months ,they are now 10 an 8. I also regularly babysit for my parents.
My Qualifications
My main qualification is 28 years of experience in looking after children.
Food Hygiene Certificate
Paediatric First Aid Certificate
Child Protection Training
My Availability
2 Places
I take children on a full time and part time basis
Days and times are flexible,please call me to discuss your needs.
I do play school drop off and pick ups and also after school care an holidays.
happy to take babies
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Before School | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no | no |
| Morning | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no | no |
| Afternoon | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no | no |
| After School | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no | no |
| Evening | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Overnight | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Last Updated: 28/04/2025 | |||||||
My Fees
- Childminding from £6.50 per hour
- Babysitting from £9.00 per hour
£6.50 Per Hour Per Child
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 28/08/2020)
Reviews
5 out of 5
Latest reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Mrs C Forrest. 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 two little treaures one who is nearly 3 1/2 and a boy who is 22 months. My children have two very different personalities and with Carol both their and our needs are both met and understood.
She has this ease with children at her feet that any parent should be proud of and i am very fortunate to have found Carol. I must also say that her flexability with hours and the willing to change where ever possible is fantastic and for any working parent particullary those with shift work is a welcomed relief.
I was uneasy at first of looking for, finding, and then placing my children into a childminder setting.I met with carol several times before placing the children with her and i can honestly say i have not looked back.
You never have to be worried that your child may not get enough attention or social interaction because at Carols the is always an abundance of children, careers or parents and plenty of toys to keep them entertained.
The children look forward to their day(s) at Carols and they are the ones who do not look back when being dropped off and they are still very happily playing when you get there.There is none of the nursery style pick up- children waiting coats on, bag in hand and a piece of paper telling you what they have done, but a relaxed and un rushed chance to get the children ready and discuss the days activities.
Carol will also try her best to carry through any preferences that you have from what they eat, when they sleep and what kind of parenting styles that you would adotp at home to ensure that it is a contiunuation of the childs home setting whilst benefiting from the childcare environment.
I titled this review as part of the family because thats what both Carol, her husband and the other parents and children who use Carols have become.
Her experience and knowledge is an invaluable addtion to her childcare and i have found her a valuable source of information and support with all aspects of family life .
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EvansCla
on 20/07/2011
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on 11/12/2010
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on 26/04/2010
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on 22/03/2010
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