Lorena
Childminder in Barnsley
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Female Member since Aug 2023 Last Updated May 2025 Last Login 10 May 2025
My Summary
Mini Adventurers Childminding
About Me
Hi, my name is Lorena and I am an Ofsted registered childminder with 10 years experience as a primary school teacher. I am located close to Barnsley town, between Oakwell and Kendray.
Mini Adventurers is a well thought out learning environment (both indoors and out) which is designed to cater for young children's needs, actively encouraging child development. I believe it is so important to follow the children's interests as this is the way children learn best - this is through lots of play!
My setting provides a home from home feel, where I want children to feel safe, welcome and secure.
Please message me for more information and I will happily send you my welcome pack.
My Experience
- Primary school teacher of 10 years (Fully qualified teacher)
- Early Years Education teaching degree
- Safeguarding lead trained
- Pediatric first aid trained
- Play based provision
- Lots of access to the outdoors and nature
- Exciting outings provided
- Following the children's interests whilst closely following the Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum
My Qualifications
Primary school teacher
Early Years Education teaching degree (with QTS)
Pediatric first aid
Designated lead safeguarding training
Early years communication and language training
Good Autism Practice training
My Availability
Open Monday to Thursday
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| Before School | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no |
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| Afternoon | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no |
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| Evening | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Overnight | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Last Updated: 01/05/2025 | |||||||
My Fees
- Childminding from £5.50 per hour
Contact me to discuss fees and a welcome pack can be sent to you with more information.
Pick up and drop off from Oakwell Rise Academy is also available (contact me for availability and cost)
My Local Schools
- I provide drop offs and pick ups at Oakwell Rise Primary Academy
My Documents
- Ofsted Certificate (added 06/08/2024)
Reviews
5 out of 5
Parents say
This childminder is highly praised for providing outstanding care and fostering children's development. Parents appreciate the varied activities, outings, and learning experiences offered. The warm, loving environment and regular updates throughout the day are consistently mentioned. Children are described as happy and excited to attend, with parents feeling confident in the care provided.
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Latest reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Lorena. 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.
Lorena is just the most kind, caring and fabulous childminder we could have ever wished for. My granddaughter absolutely loves going and has progressed so much since starting last September, not only does Lorena treat every child In the same fantastic and loving way that she does her own children she also teaches them so many new skills preparing them for their next stage in life. They go out to many places making each day so thoroughly enjoyable. We get photos throughout the day and at the end of the day full information about the day, including what she has enjoyed doing, food eaten, naps taken etc which is so lovely. Thankyou for being so fabulous x
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Tracy
on 11/02/2025
We made the best decision choosing Lorena as our childminder! My little boy has settled in so quickly and it’s so nice to see him get excited on drop offs! Lorena goes so above and beyond with the care she provides, taking the children to play groups and getting out and about! It’s such a nice feeling to know he’s having a great time while I’m at work and I appreciate the regular updates and photos throughout the day so much! Lorena and her lovely family (& cats!) have completely transformed my little boys childcare experience and I couldn’t recommend her enough!
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Laura
on 11/02/2025
We couldn’t have found a better childmind than Lorena. My mind is at complete easy when my son is at their home, it truly is a home from home. They both clearly care for the. Jude goes out to the park, activities, play groups ( which I didn’t realise and is just amazing ! ) and is constantly busy doing crafts etc to bring home, he has already learnt so much too. I am so incredibly happy we found Lorena and I know Jude is too, he is always happy to go. Thank you so much for the care you give my son.
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Georgina
on 11/02/2025
Lorena and James are fantastic. I was dubious about sending my little boy (to anyone) as he would only be 7 months old when I went back to work but Lorena put me at ease straight away from the initial meet and greet. My little boy loves going and is always happy to be met at the door by Lorena. I get photos and updates throughout the day and Lorena has helped me and my little boy on our baby led weaning journey! Both Lorena and James are fantastic and amazing at what they do nd I’d recommend them to anyone with children, the care and compassion is superior and I know my little boy is well looked after on his days with them both.
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AmberC
on 11/02/2025
Lorena is so lovely, my little girl adores her. She goes out to playgroups, walking, and being outside having fun. Always doing crafts and activities in her beautiful home. Also get updates throughout the day of cutest pictures. I’m so glad I chose mini adventures for my little girl loves it.
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Chelsea
on 25/10/2024
Lorena is a fantastic childminder who clearly cares very much about the children in her care. Our son loves going to Mini Adventurers and can’t wait to get out of the car when we arrive. Lorena is always really welcoming, she takes our son to a variety of playgroups and activities, giving him a wide range of experiences. I never worry about him when he is in Lorena’s care and look forward to the photo updates of him loving his day!
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Cherry
on 24/10/2024
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