Natalie
Childminder in Hook
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Female Member since Jan 2011 Last Updated Apr 2025 Last Login 06 May 2025
My Summary
I Currently Have Before And After School/Nursery/Availability
About Me
Hello, my name is Natalie and I am an Ofsted registered childminder. I offer a safe and stimulating 'home from home' environment. This allows Mums and Dads to spend their day at work with the comforting reassurance that their child is safe and happy in my care. I have been married to Ian for 22 years and we have 2 children aged 19 and 17 I live in Hook on the Holt Park Estate.
I have a large and welcoming home and a super garden full of outdoor toys. I have a dedicated playroom, as well as a separate dedicated homework room, although the children have full use of the all the downstairs rooms, allowing for zoned areas where the children have the opportunity to access lots of different activities covering all areas of the EYFS.
My Experience
I am an Ofsted registered childminder, but I have a wealth of other experience working with children. I am a fully qualified primary school teacher and I have been teaching across the primary age range for the last 12 years. This experience includes 5 years working with Reception children following the EYFS. I have also worked in a language unit for children with hearing difficulties.
My Qualifications
-Bachelor of Science 'First class' honours degree
-PGCE- Post Graduate Certificate in Education
-Numerous child development, special needs and EYFS courses
-Level 3 Diploma in home-based childcare grade 'A'
-First aid (paediatric) certificate
-Food catering and safety level 2 certificate
-Safeguarding children level 3 certificate
-Advanced Child ProtectIon Level 3 certificate
My Availability
I am available for: 'full day', 'before school' and 'after school' childminding term time.
School pick up and drop off available at Hook Infant and Junior schools.
I am also able to offer pick up and drop off at Hook nurseries/ pre schools: Elizabeth Hall; St Johns; Hook village nursery; Oaklea House nursery.
Please message me if you require further details.
-I CURRENTLY HAVE SPACE FOR INFANT AND JUNIOR SCHOOL AGED CHILDREN FOR BEFORE SCHOOL AND AFTER SCHOOL WRAP-AROUND CHILDCARE.
-I CURRENTLY HAVE SPACE FOR PRE-SCHOOL AND NURSERY CHILDREN FOR BEFORE NURSERY/PRESCHOOL AND AFTER NURSERY/PRESCHOOL WRAP-AROUND CHILDCARE.
- I AM CURRENTLY FULL FOR BABIES.
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Before School | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
| Morning | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Afternoon | no | no | no | no | no | 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: 07/04/2025 | |||||||
My Fees
- Childminding from £6.50 per hour
Please feel free to call for further details on rates or to organise a visit.
My Local Schools
- I provide drop offs and pick ups at Hook Infant School
- I provide drop offs and pick ups at Hook Junior School
My Ofsted Inspections
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My Documents
- UK Passport (added 17/01/2023)
- DBS Check (added 17/01/2023)
- Ofsted Certificate (added 17/01/2023)
- UK Driving Licence (added 17/01/2023)
- Exam Certificate: CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Home-based childcare (added 17/01/2023)
- First Aid Certificate (added 17/01/2023)
- Proof of Covid-19 Vaccination (added 17/01/2023)
Reviews
5 out of 5
Latest reviews
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Natalie had looked after my son, Charlie, for the last 15 months since he was a year old & I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a childminder. Within just a few weeks, Natalie was familiar with Charlie's character & ways & would do her best to maintain a stable routine similar to that I have at home so Charlie settled in & felt relaxed very quickly. I believe the teaching skills Natalie has from her qualifications & job, has also enhanced Charlie's progression & learning. As a mother you want to feel your child is looked after as much as when they are with you & I feel so comfortable & relaxed knowing Charlie is in Natalie's hands. She is flexible & accommodating to any unexpected changes & has great intuition in to any changes in Charlie's character. Natalie is a great childminder & I would not hesitate recommending her.
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on 20/07/2013
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