Karen
Childminder in Watford
Female Member since Jun 2009 Last Updated Jan 2024 Last Login 03 Dec 2024
My Summary
About Me
Hello, my name is Karen and my childminding setting is called Littletrees which is run from my home.
I have a secure garden and a driveway to make drop offs and pick ups very easy. I am a Ofsted registered childminder, my last grade was Good. I offer a warm , friendly and caring environment for all ages. I go to local childminding groups where children learn good social skills, trips to parks, library, and fun outings. we do lots of arts and crafts, cooking and dressing up .I am happily married and I have 3 of my own grown up children aged 26, 23 and 18. I started childminding when my children were small and i love it so much, i cant imagine not doing this job.
I have cared for children from as young as 4 months old up to the age of 12.
I have regular updates on what the children have been doing throughout the day and take lots of photos to share with parents.
I accept 2 ,3 &4 year 30 funding
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My Experience
I have been childminding for 16 years . I am fully insured with the Pacey . I have completed my NVQ3 in CCLB. I am up to date with first aid training and Safeguarding I completed food and hygiene and many more courses.
My Qualifications
I have a diploma in home based childcare, I am trained in first aid, food & Hygine and I completed a NVQ3 child care learning development.
My Availability
My hours are 7.30am till 6pm monday to Friday, school holidays and term time. Aged Birth- upwards.
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Before School | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
| Morning | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
| Afternoon | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
| After School | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
| Evening | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Overnight | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Last Updated: 29/01/2024 | |||||||
My Fees
- Childminding from £7.00 per hour
Daily rate £60
I accept 2 , 3 & 4 year funding.
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
- First Aid Certificate: Level 3 In Paediatric First Aid (added 15/07/2023)
- DBS Check (added 15/07/2023)
- Ofsted Certificate (added 17/11/2020)
Reviews
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Karen looked after my child for a few years. She is a brilliant childminder and i would highly recommend her. I loved the learning journals you did and the quality of care you gave my child . My child loved being with you. Thanks Karen :)
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