Monkey Mania
Childminder in Pirton
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Female Member since Jul 2011 Last Updated Sep 2024 Last Login 18 Dec 2024
My Summary
About Me
Welcome to Monkey Mania
At our most recent inspection 19/04/2023 we were graded ‘good in all areas’
I hold an level 4 qualification in childhood and youth studies and I have a full time assistant.
We are passionate about supporting children in their Early years learning journey.
I have been ofsted registered since 2008
I have 4 children, Lucie is 26, Livvy is 23, Florence is 13 and Oakley is 11.
We have lived in Pirton for 17 years and I worked at the local school for 4 years where I gained my NVQ level 3 in childcare learning & development in reception.
Now I work full time as a childminder, with my eldest daughter Lucie. We have a designated playroom with a large variety of toys where we focus on the 3 prime areas from the EYFS. Then we continue on to the 4 specific areas as the children progress.
We do lots of activities with arts and crafts like play doh, cutting and sticking, painting, and mark making.
We have a large outdoor space for the children to get out and run around with a playhouse, mud kitchen, slides, sand and water play.
We offer full time and part time places, minimum 2 days a week of 6 hours
Thanks for reading
Lindsey and Lucie
My Experience
26 years parenting
Registered since 2008
Worked as a teaching assistant for 4 years, 2 of these in reception class delivering the EYFS and key stage 1 cirriculum including phonics.
I have worked with children with special needs.
My Qualifications
Level 4 qualification in Childhood and youth studies
NVQ 3 childcare learning & development
First aid level 3
Safegauarding
Early years foundation stage (EYFS) training
Assessment training
Learn through play training
My Availability
Please contact me to discuss your individual needs.
We do not do school pick ups anymore
Only focusing on the Early Years now
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My Fees
- Childminding from £8.00 per hour
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
- DBS Check (added 31/05/2021)
- UK Passport (added 31/05/2021)
- UK Driving Licence (added 31/05/2021)
- Ofsted Certificate (added 31/05/2021)
Reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Monkey Mania. Please note that reviews represent the subjective opinions of other Childcare.co.uk users 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.
There are not enough words to truly describe how amazing Lindsay and Lucy actually are. My daughter absolutely adored it and I'm gutted to be leaving. My daughter has come on leaps and bounds since being with these two ladies. Would definitely use them again and would recommend to absolutely everyone. Thank you so much ladies for all your love, kindness and support. You're honestly one of a kind!
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Soph_96
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on 23/07/2024
Lindsey and Lucie looked after our son from 9 months until nearly 3 years old, when we were relocating. Our son was happy and content at their setting and enjoyed his time with not only Lindsey and Lucie but Lindsey’s other children as well when they were around.
We were kept up to date with his progress in relation to the EYFS and Lindsey’s frank and honest opinions were spot on. As first time parents, Lindsey would reassure us of behavioural traits or progress and put us at ease with her professionalism and Lucie’s wonderful enthusiasm.
We have only positive comments to make and would highly recommend their services.
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Maja
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on 04/07/2023
Being military my husband and I have had to use our fair share of childminders owing to moving around a lot but I can honestly say hand on heart that Lindsey and Lucie at Monkey Mania are hands down the best and we're so sad to be moving on.
My two girls have been with Lindsey for 18months from the ages of 11months and 2.5yrs. Both my girls have very different temperaments and personalities and Lindsey very quickly found out what works best for both of them and from their first week with her absolutely loved it with Lindsey and the amazing setting she created.
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RachRud
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on 05/09/2020
Lindsey looked after my daughter from pre school up until the end of year 3 when we sadly had to say goodbye as we moved out of the village. My daughter was always happy and comfortable to be collected from
School by and spend time in Lindsey’s home with her own children and others she looked after. Due to being a single parent for some time, my schedule was unpredictable and Lindsey was always willing to help where she could at short notice. She is a strong member of the community in Pirton and you can rely on her to keep you up to date with inset days, non uniform days and upcoming school events if you are as forgetful as I am!
Her home is clean and tidy with sufficient indoor and outdoor space with various activities and toys for children of all ages.
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jodie010
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on 03/11/2019
I have nothing but good things to say about Lindsey and Lucie, who looked after my two little ones for nearly two years. It is a real home from home environment where the children are nurtured, encouraged and stimulated. They always came home clutching something they had made/painted that day and with stories to tell of what they had got up to (been to toddler group, soft play or the par etc). During the time that my children were with them, my working hours and childcare needs changed and Lindsey and Lucie were flexible and supportive. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to anyone looking for a caring and supportive environment for their children.
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Mrs_PB
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on 17/09/2019
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