Bridget Povey
Childminder in London: Sutton
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Female Member since Oct 2011 Last Updated Dec 2024 Last Login 20 Dec 2024
My Summary
Worcester Park Childminder
About Me
Hello :)
*********** No current vacancies **************
Next anticipated vacancy - July 2025
I am based in the Ruskin Drive area of Worcester Park.
I have been workng as an OFSTED registered childcare provider for over 20 years, having previously worked in the banking & finance sector.
I have a full & active weekly programme to ensure the children are motivated & engaged in the world around them. I am fully trained in the new EYFS framework and I am passionate about delivering a first rate childcare service for families. Freshly prepared meals & snacks are provided and included in the daily rate. I am also a member of the 'Forest childcare association' which, ( in brief ) ensures your child is taken to an outside environment at least once a week all year round. We visit Cheam park & Nonsuch park, as well as other local parks and open spaces, where the children really enjoy 'running free' & exploring all that nature has to offer.
I am also registered to deliver the 15 & 30 hour free childcare scheme once your child is eligible.
I have been a member of childcare.co.uk for over 15 years now ( gold award certificate member ) and have worked with many local families during this time. The CPD ( continuing personal development ) training offered by childcare.co.uk is excellent, & I partake in regular monthly training webinars covering a whole host of subjects.
I am also member of PACEY ( Professional association for childcare and early years ) which is another great resource in keeping me up to date in the vibrant & exciting world of childcare.
Excellent references are available.
Latest OFSTED grading - Good.
report available on request.
I look forward to hearing from you.
Kind regards,
Bridget.
My Experience
In addition to my 20 years experience as an OFSTED registered childminder, I have over 20 years experience in the banking sector.
I have 2 adult daughters, one teaching full-time at a local grammar school, and one teaching full time at a local primary school.
My youngest son is studying politics at Cardiff university.
My Qualifications
Educated to degree standard.
Politics, economics & psychology.
On a more personal note, I enjoy cooking, gardening, & attending local craft fairs. I was a member of the Worcester Park women’s institute until fairly recently.
My Availability
I am available Monday - Thursday 7.30am to 6.00pm 48 weeks of the year.
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My Fees
- Childminding from £7.00 per hour
Fees include breakfast & a light tea. Packed Lunch to be provided by parents.
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
- Ofsted Certificate (added 21/01/2024)
- Training Certificate: Safeguarding in early years (added 25/08/2023)
- First Aid Certificate: Full paediatric first aid (added 25/08/2023)
- Marriage Certificate (added 14/02/2022)
- Basic Disclosure Check (added 14/02/2022)
- Inspection Report: Latest OFSTED report. (added 02/10/2019)
Reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Bridget Povey. 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.
Bridget looked after my daughter and son over a period of 6 years from the age of 1 - at first childminding three days a week and then for after school care and during the school holidays - until we moved out of the area.
As soon as I met Bridget, I knew she was the one, as she is warm, caring and amazing with the children. Bridget provides very much a home-from-home experience, which is exactly what we wanted. Both my children loved going to Bridget's house and we always knew they were happy, safe and having lots of fun with their friends.
Bridget is part of the Forest Childcare Association so she regularly took them to local parks and green spaces to explore, which they loved. She also has a lovely big garden which is perfect for outside fun.
I can't recommended Bridget highly enough - she is wonderful! We all miss her!
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on 30/01/2024
Bridget looked after my daughter full time from age 1 until her 3rd birthday - and we still visit for school holidays even though we've moved away a little.
As two full time working first time parents without family nearby finding the right childminder was a huge worry. We visited many childminders but we instantly knew Bridget was perfect for us and our daughter.
Bridget quickly became one of my daughters favourite people - she learnt so much and had so much fun there with her friends at Bridgets house. Not only this but made my life as a working mum so much easier, knowing our daughter was so happy and well looked after everyday.
I can't recommend Bridget enough and I hope we can stay in touch!
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on 26/01/2024
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