Dianeslittleexplorer
Childminder in Stevenage
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Female Member since Nov 2014 Last Updated Mar 2024 Last Login 21 Nov 2024
My Summary
About Me
My name is Diane and I welcome you to Diane's Little Explorers childminding service.
I live in Stevenage with my husband and my two wonderful children . My son is 18yrs old and my daughter is 15yrs old. We also have a small dog that is very family friendly. We are a non smoking household.
I provide a warm, safe and friendly home from home environment and provide a wide range of toys and equipment for all age ranges. I have an enclosed back garden with swings, trampoline, Wendy house, slide etc and my local park is a 2 minute walk away. I encourage learning through fun and play.
I visit local toddler groups, parks, shops, farms and the local library regularly.
My Experience
As a mum of two children I have plenty of hands on experience caring for children. I have also been a volunteer worker for 1 year, in a reception class.
Before becoming a childminder I was a working mum myself in a bank for 24yrs and needed childcare for my own children so I understand the importance of a child being happy and settled with me and for the parents to feel reassured their child is being cared for.
My Qualifications
I am fully DBS checked and paediatric First Aid Trained. I have completed Safeguarding Training and CYPOP 5 in Home Based Childcare.
I am fully insured and a member of Pacey, the child care professionals group.
I am an Ofsted Outstanding Childminder.
My Availability
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| Last Updated: 01/03/2024 | |||||||
My Fees
- Childminding from £6.50 per hour
Contact to discuss
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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My Documents
- Ofsted Certificate (added 08/05/2017)
Reviews
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We have had our two girls with Diane and very sad our little girl is going to nursery. Daine and her family are amazing with the kids. Her own 2 kids are talked about as much as Diane herself.
She is very invested in the kids. She brings them out to farm and visits other childminders to socialise the kids. My girls have loved Diane and will sorely miss her
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Maggie
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on 04/06/2024
Diane has been brilliant with our youngest daughter and also been flexible to offer holiday support for our elder.
She provides detailed daily updates, has a lovely bright and clean setting and varies the activities and play every day, including many outings.
The children really enjoy it and their little friends and i can't recommend our experience enough :)
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Stephen
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on 07/06/2023
Diane has been an outstanding childminder who has looked after both of my children. We have used her amazing services for nearly 6 years and sadly our youngest will soon be leaving to start full time nursery. Both my girls have flourished in her care and have enjoyed do many fun activities and days out. I would recommend Diane's little explorers to anyone looking for a loving, friendly, fun and caring setting for their children.
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Ellie
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on 23/05/2023
Our son has been with Diane since he was a year old and we have always been blown away by the exceptional care he has received. Diane is amazing, it’s clear she cares about all the children in her care and our little one adores attending her setting! He has made some amazing friendships since he has been with her and Diane’s EYFS provision is incredible; our son has many opportunities to learn through his personal interests and do so many fun things like attending farms, play groups and soft play sessions. A huge thank you to Diane and her lovely family, we really couldn’t ask for more!
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Kerry
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on 20/05/2023
Diane’s care for our son has been amazing! He has been with her since he was 9 months old and has come on leaps and bounds! Diane runs a welcoming, family oriented setting and our son can’t wait to run through the door everyday. We couldn’t have asked for a better and more supportive childminder - we feel so at ease going to work knowing that our son has a place in such a caring and safe environment.
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on 15/05/2023
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