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A Little Acorn

Childminder in Orpington

4.86 stars
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Female Member since Mar 2010 Last Updated Feb 2024 Last Login 08 May 2025

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My Summary

Ofsted Registered
Overnight Care
First Aid Training
DBS Check
Newborn Experience
Full Driving Licence
Own Car
Tax-Free Childcare
I'm Covid-19 Vaccinated

About Me

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Hello, I'm Lucinda, I live in Orpington close to a local park and play ground, I have a child friendly house with a sunny play room and garden with a Wendy house. I offer a fun family orientated environment to help your child feel welcome and valued. I have an excellent Ofsted inspection report and am graded GOOD, the report says "the childminder builds good relationships with children", "she is warm and positive and children go to her for cuddles and reassurance." , "Children play well together
and form good friendships." and "All children make good progress from their individual starting points."

I offer a 'home from home' experience and can provide nutritious snacks.I can teach babies from 6months sign language to enable them to communicate their needs, and become more contented. Each child is different, and has different needs, but I believe that with patience and TLC all can be made to feel welcome and happy in my home.

I provide different toys, games and craft activities to encourage development in a fun way. I take the children to local play groups, other childminders, and on day trips in the school holidays.

I am also available for local babysitting.

If you would like to come round for a coffee and a chat to see what I can offer your child please feel free to contact me.

I am approx 5-7mins drive from Petts Wood, Orpington and St Mary Cray Stations (bus stops close by.)

We have a cat.

I am also registered for overnight care, as I have a separate sleep room.

My Experience

I have been an ofsted registered childminder since 2006, and in that time I have cared for over 25 children from 4 weeks old up to 11. Before that I cared for my Nephew between 2001 and 2003. I also have experience of babies with reflux.

I have three children of my own, and have helped out at their Primary school in years R to 3 before becoming a childminder. I also have Grandchildren. I am a registered member of the Professional Association for Childcare and Early Years (PACEY)

I am fully insured, inc Public Liability and Business insurance for my car, as well as registered with the ICO.

My Qualifications

Enhanced CRB
Introduction to Childminding
Paediatric First aid including epi-pen use
Tiny Talk baby sign language
Meeting the National Standards (Childminders)
Promoting positive behaviour
Early Years Foundation Training
Child Protection awareness.
Observations and planning
Revised EYFS training
Safeguarding for Childminders

My Availability

Please message me with your requirements, and I will try to help.
I work Wed - Fri 8.00am to 5.30pm.

I may be able to help with emergency/short term cover, please message me with requirements and I'll see if I can assist you.

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After School no no no no no 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 £7.50 per hour

As I am a registered childminder you can currently claim upto 70% of my fees back through Child tax credits. Fees vary according to individual requirements, part time rates start from £7.50ph.

Babysitting from £11ph

Ad hoc/ emergency cover from £11ph.

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

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Good
14 October 2022
29 November 2016 - Good
3 May 2013 - 2
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  • DBS Check (added 16/11/2022)
  • First Aid Certificate (added 13/11/2023)
  • Inspection Report (added 16/11/2022)
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Reviews

4.86 stars 4.86 out of 5
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Latest reviews

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Home from Home!

5 stars

My almost 2year Old has been with Lucinda since just before she turned 1 - she settled so quickly and Lucinda was lovely and reassuring! To this day, it’s a joy to get Lucinda’s updates during the day.

I chose Lucinda because it’s clear to see the affection and care that she offers your little one throughout the day, as well as between the children she looks after (lots of cuddles between them!) - my little one often tells us about the friends she’s seen that day :)

Lucinda always makes sure that there’s variety during the week too, with interesting days out, playgroups and socialising. She’ll sometimes come home with little creations too, like cards and artwork (super cute).

Adelyn always comes back home clean as well, which I only mention because I’ve heard horror stories from other mum’s who had dodgy experiences with their chosen daycare.

We’re really glad we found Lucinda! Thank you!! X

  • 5 stars Overall
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  • 4 stars Food
  • 5 stars Communication

by Avatar for Parent Parent on 29/12/2017

Absolutely amazing

5 stars

It's difficult to find the right words to say how happy we have been with Lucinda. Our little girl started with her when she was 7 months and since day 1 she has been welcomed like part of the family. She loves Lucinda, loves the friends she has made in this past year and a half and she frequently speaks about Lucinda and her friends at home. We couldn't be happier, it is so important to know your child is happy and loved, especially when you have to leave him/her on a full time basis. Lucinda always organises funny activities, encourages children to learn, our daughter has grown up so much!!!! Lucinda is very caring, she clearly loves her job and most important she loves "her" children! She has always helped us whenever she could, she has been such an angel! Definitely a super childminder!!

  • 5 stars Overall
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  • 5 stars Food
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by Avatar for Veronica Veronica on 26/07/2017

Fabulous!

5 stars

I am more than pleased to highly recommend Lucinda Reynolds as a Child Care Provider for your family. Lucinda was our child care provider for over 4 years and our child has nothing but the fondest memories for her. We were always extremely happy with the care provided by Lucinda whom took an active role in enhancing my child’s development and education.

Lucinda provides many fun and challenging activities, games and trips to suit your child needs and is superb with children of all ages and would make excellent child care provider for your family.

  • 5 stars Overall
  • 5 stars Setting
  • 5 stars Cleanliness
  • 5 stars Food
  • 5 stars Communication

by Avatar for Parent Parent on 19/08/2016

Amazing

4 stars

Lucinda has been looking after my daughter since she was 10 months (she is 2 now). On her 1st day of course, I was a little nervous as I had never left her with anyone other than family. Lucinda was wonderful with her & within the 1st week my little girl had completely settled in with Lucinda. Lucinda really has the knack for looking after children & my little girl adores her. It is like she is part of the family. When I pick her up in the evenings she is full of life & excited to tell me about all the things she has done with Lucinda. Myself & my husband are both delighted with the way Lucinda looks after our little girl. We couldn't have hoped for a better childminder.

  • 4 stars Overall

by Avatar for Parent Parent on 03/11/2015

My Guardian Angel - The Best Ever!!

5 stars

My Daughter will be 6 in july and Lucinda has had her since she was 6 months old! To say lucinda is a star is a huge understatement, My daughter Absolutley loves her (as do I) in fact she is my daughters Mon - Fri Mummy!
She treats aimee like she is one of her own!
i could not ask for a more capable, lovng and kind childminder and i intend aimee to stay here for a long time.
lucindas home is very child friendly and the children are alwaysinvolved in different activities, trips etc...
lucinda and her family sre fantastic and i can honestly say i would have been lost without her these past 5 years..

  • 5 stars Overall

by Avatar for Parent Parent on 09/03/2012

Recommended very highly !

5 stars

Lucinda has been looking after our 10 month old part time since she was 5 months old.
We cannot recommend Lucinda highly enough - her home and family are extremely welcoming, and it is obvious that Lucinda has a love for babies and children.
My baby is always happy to be with Lucinda and has such fun whilst with her.
My husband and I are 100% confident in the care Lucinda offers for our child and have absolutely no concerns whatsoever.
We feel extremely lucky that we picked Lucinda to be our childminder, we could not have chanced upon a kinder or more caring person.
We would recommend her to any parent looking for a childminder without any hesitation.

  • 5 stars Overall

by Avatar for Parent Parent on 07/03/2012

Simply the best

5 stars

Lucinda treated my grandchildren as if they were her own.They were read to played with, and they did art and crafts .They were always happy to go to her.Any children who have the oppotunity to have Lucinda as their childminder would not be unhappy.I cannot recommend her high enough.It was a pleasure to get to know her and her whole family.

  • 5 stars Overall

by Avatar for Parent Parent on 06/03/2012

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