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Shibani

Childminder in Reading

4.86 stars
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Female Member since Nov 2019 Last Updated Apr 2025 Last Login 13 May 2025

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My Summary

Availability For Under One Year Old Full Time From 1St September 2025

Ofsted Registered
First Aid Training
DBS Check
Childcare Qualifications
2 Year old Funded Childcare
3 and 4 Year old Funded Childcare
Tax-Free Childcare
I'm Covid-19 Vaccinated
9 months old Funded Childcare
Webinar Regular

About Me

" FROM SEPTEMBER -2025
I will have one full time space available, Mon to Thur for a 6 month to 1 year old baby.“

Hello everyone. I am an Ofsted registered childminder and care for children from Monday to Thursday , 7am to 6pm. I am based in the RG30 4SS area.

I also accept 30 hour funding for 9 month old, 2, 3 and 4 year olds, child-care vouchers and tax-free childcare. My reasonable hourly rate at present is £ 6.55 for 7-10 hours per day which includes- nappies, wipes, creams, sun lotions, home cooked breakfast, lunch and tea along with morning and afternoon snack and all outings.

I enjoy looking after children and follow the Early Years Curriculum to help children to gain confidence in all the 7 key areas of learning before they start school.

Please contact me if you would like to come and view my setting.
Thank you for reading my profile.

Regards
Shibani

My Experience

I have worked in private day nurseries and cared for children from 03 months to 5 year olds.

My Qualifications

DBS checked, First Aid qualified, Food hygiene & Safety level-2, Early Years Care & Education level-2 & 3

My Availability

“ Space available for under one year old from 1st SEPT-2025"

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Before School yes yes yes yes no no no
Morning yes yes yes yes no no no
Afternoon yes yes yes yes no no no
After School yes yes yes yes no no no
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Overnight no no no no no no no
Last Updated: 27/04/2025

My Fees

  • Childminding from £6.55 per hour

My hourly rate is all inclusive of £ 6.55per hour. (from 6 - 10 hours per-day)
Or £ 7.00 per hour (from 4-6 hours per-day)

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.

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Good
24 August 2022
Children thrive in a nurturing environment where emotional security and happiness are prioritized. Rated 'Good' overall, the setting offers a language-rich atmosphere promoting communication skills, while clear boundaries foster good behavior and independence. Parents praise the wealth of information provided and the care their children receive. Improvements could be made in phonics teaching consistency and maximizing outdoor learning opportunities about the natural world.
Summary generated by AI from the text of the inspection report.
24 February 2022 - Inadequate
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  • First Aid Certificate (added 19/09/2022)
  • First Aid Certificate: Routine Food & Hygiene Inspection (added 10/12/2019)
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Reviews

4.86 stars 4.86 out of 5
7 ratings
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Latest reviews

Below are the latest reviews for Shibani. Please note that reviews represent the subjective opinions of other Childcare.co.uk members 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.

Lovely childminder

5 stars

Although we have opted for a nursery place at this time, I just wanted to say how wonderful Shibani is. Shibani has such a passion for children, has a thoughtful structure in place for learning and playtime and I felt very comfortable leaving my young son with her.

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

by Avatar for Tara Tara on 01/06/2023


Response by Avatar for Shibani Shibani on 01/06/2023:

Thank you Tara for leaving such a lovely review. All the best for William at his new nursery.

Thanks
Shibani

A Wonderful Lady

5 stars

I went to visit Shibani on a possible place for my 20 month old daughter. Shibani made us both feel extremely welcome and my daughter took an instant shine to her. Her home is lovely and clean and is perfectly catered to run childcare. Shibani is very professional and went through every aspect of how she ran the childcare. She absolutely adores children and you can tell she loves what she does.

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

by Avatar for Jodie Jodie on 07/02/2022


Response by Avatar for Shibani Shibani on 07/02/2022:

Thank you for the lovely compliments Jodie.

Regards
Shibani

Loves her job and loves children

5 stars

What I like about Shibani is the genuine love she has for children, she plays with them, interacts with them, you can tell she is really enjoying it and so are the children! I am also amazed by how clean her setting is, and how well organised everything is. A great place for the kids to learn and grow, and peace of mind for the parents as you know your child is in good hands.

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

by Avatar for Audrey Audrey on 23/09/2020


Response by Avatar for Shibani Shibani on 23/09/2020:

Hi Audrey.
Thank you so much for the lovely review.

Kind Regards
Shibani

Passionate about her work

4 stars

I had been to few nurseries after visiting Shibani but came back to her because I didn't find that satisfaction with any nursery that I got after meeting Shibani. With her, I know I would be a tension free mum. Unfortunately my daughter got hurt and isn't well at the moment and we have decided to delay her sessions but otherwise I was so keen that I went again and the best part about Shibani is she gives you proper time, clears your doubts, explains her methods in detail that yes, you know your child could be in good hands. Me and my daughter were there for about an hour and my daughter started playing her with as if she knew Shibani from many days. That was wonderful. She has a well maintained and lovely setting at her place. Thanks for all your time to us and guiding us things.
Regards,
Akanksha

  • 4 stars Overall
  • 5 stars Setting
  • 5 stars Cleanliness
  • 5 stars Communication

by Avatar for Akanksha Akanksha on 23/09/2020


Response by Avatar for Shibani Shibani on 23/09/2020:

Thank you Akanksha for the lovely review.
Kind Regards
Shibani

Visit to Shibani

5 stars

I visited Shibani whilst looking for a childminder for m 4 year old son, and I have to say I was blown away by her. She is so passionate about each and every child in her care. She has the most wonderful pure energy and zest for what she does. You can tell that she is definitely doing her dream job. Her house is immaculately clean! And every toy/equipment/activity carefully selected for it's fun and educational value. Any child would have the time of their life being minded by Shibani.

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

by Avatar for Monique Monique on 20/09/2020


Response by Avatar for Shibani Shibani on 20/09/2020:

Hello Monique.
Thank you so much for leaving such a wonderful review. Please contact me if you ever need help with childcare.

Kind Regards
Shibani

Excellent and passionate childminder

5 stars

My 22-month-old had been under the care of Shibani and it had been the best decision we've ever made! She is very passionate about children, evident not only when you are speaking with her but also in her every actions with the kids. She instills positive values in the children and constantly encourages and supports them. My daughter loves to be with Shibani and had learned so much from her.
Shibani is also extremely clean and tidy, her setting is always spotless not matter what time of the day you visit but at the same time she also ensures the children have a safe environment to be creative and play - i still wonder how she does it.
As an experienced childcare provider, she follows a learning curriculum and is very diligent in providing daily updates and observations on my daughter's developments. Providing children with balanced meals is also her priority.

Overall, I am grateful to have found Shibani and my daughter would certainly say the same!

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

by Avatar for Susan Susan on 24/08/2020


Response by Avatar for Shibani Shibani on 24/08/2020:

Thank you Susan for the lovely feedback and compliments. I have thoroughly enjoyed loving and caring for your wonderful daughter who is a delight to have around and I will miss her deeply when she leaves but I wish her the very best where ever she goes and in whatever she does.
Shibani

Visitation to Shibani's house 21 August 2020

5 stars

i went to view Shibani's house, first thing that caught my attention when i walked in her house is the sparkling cleaness of her house, its like as though she doesn't work with children. Its all tidy clean clean no spot of anything on the floor.one thing i didn't like about Shibani's but i loved was on how much passion she has with the children, whenever she talks to you about the children and about the children that she looks after she gets goose bumps😘, that alone made me see how much she loves and how much she is committed to what she does. When i walked into her house she had 2 gorgeous little girls, i thought they were hers but surprisingly they were children that she is looking after, that made me feel comfortable if i have to live her with my girl. She is such a lovely loving woman. I will be happy to review her again when i start working with her. God bless you Shibani for the love you give to all the children you take care of. Well done keep up the good work. As you said its not about money but its about helping children achieve their goals.

  • 5 stars Overall
  • 5 stars Setting
  • 5 stars Cleanliness
  • 1 stars Food

by Avatar for Edith Edith on 21/08/2020


Response by Avatar for Shibani Shibani on 21/08/2020:

Thank you so much for a lovely review. I appreciate your lovely and kind compliments.
Hope one day I am given the opportunity to care for your lovely little girl.

Shibani

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