Mags
Childminder in Farnborough
Female Member since Dec 2009 Last Updated Oct 2024 Last Login Oct 2024
My Summary
About Me
Hi my name is Margaret-Jane but everyone calls me Mags I have been a Registered childminder since 2004. I am married to Darren and have 2 children of my own, Hayley(26) and Steven(14), we also a Cat called Nutmeg and a dog called Willow
We offer a warm family home that your child or children can feel safe and valued and learn in.
I am really enjoying working with children and I am looking forward to a long and happy career as a childminder
My Experience
I have been looking after children as a profession since 2004, and in that time I have had children from 5 months to children as old as 13, most of the family’s that I have worked with have been with we for years and when they have more children I have been lucky that they would like me to look after them to.
I offer a warm family environment that you child can grow and learn in.
I provide a variety of age related toys including books, musical instruments, jigsaws, board games, construction toys (bricks and Lego) dolls, prams, pretend toys(e.g. cooking) dressing up clothes etc. We also enjoy many arts and craft activities, days out and also the TV and computer/ Internet (these are strictly supervised).
Activities will depend on age and ability of the child and will encourage each stage of development.
My Qualifications
level 3 CCP
paediatric first aid
basic food hygiene
health and safety
I have also done many more day course.
My Availability
At the moment I have Availability from September 2025 for 1 full time space.
Please feel free to contact me for any other information as I might be able to point you in the right direction.
the local pre schools/schools that i drop off and pick up from are at the moment are:
Southwood Infant School (until July 2025)
but please contact me about other pre schools/schools as i might be able to help.
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| Overnight | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Last Updated: 18/10/2024 | |||||||
My Fees
- Childminding from £5.00 per hour
Please contact me about my fee's
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 Documents
- Inspection Report: inspection September 2024 (added 18/10/2024)
Reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Mags. 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.
Mags looked after our son 4 days a week from 1 year old up until he started infant school.
All the children in the setting adore Mags! She’s fun, caring and always there for a cuddle. At the same time they all respect her and know that she is the boss - the perfect dynamic.
The setting is home from home and relaxed for everyone. Mags is happy to work with parents with naps (and dropping them), potty training, getting them to eat veg etc to help create consistency at home and in the setting.
As a first time mum, Mags has always been there to reassure me and give help and advice. She’s a fountain of knowledge and what she doesn’t know isn’t worth knowing.
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by
ckay10
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on 13/09/2023
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on 14/09/2023:
Thank you for your kind words.
Little man was a massive part of the setting and is truly missed.
xx
Our eldest daughter attended Mags House from 9 months until she was almost 3, she absolutely loved her time there and still talks about Mags now. She only no longer attends because we moved away.
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The main reason we chose Mags house was the homely environment, we loved that the whole family was involved and our daughter had a strong attachment with each of them. It was the home away from home we wanted.
Mags was always great fun engaging with the children, but had strong boundaries so the children knew what to expect. They had many a fun day out and Mags was a fantastic support during the first lockdown lending us toys and making up craft packs to help us keep them entertained.
Mags' meals were always the best too with a fantastic variety of home-cooked options.
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My daughter started last september with mags and had a bad temper and very stubborn. However once she started with mags her temper calmed down and she is much better with other children. Her speech has come along so much as well as other areas of her development. My daughter absolutely loves mags and loved going there every week. She has also been a massive support for myself with my daughter as well as my other children. By far the best move I made sending my little girl to her 😁
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Mags has now looked after both of my boys (6) and (3). She is one of kind and will always go above and beyond for you, she is kind, caring and patient and couldn’t recommend her enough. My boys have adored her as have I. Wicked sense of humour and always there for you as a family unit and shows amazing compassion and love. 🧡Mags has helped me navigate my youngest sons allergies like a complete pro and have every faith in her wonderful abilities!
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by
klmansel
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on 08/08/2019
Response by
Mags
on 08/08/2019:
Thank you for your very kind words. I miss my little men every day xxx good luck with the future, and remember to pop in for a catch up soon xxx
Mags has cared for both of my children and has done a magnificent job, both with their overall development and physical well-being. I reluctantly have to give Mags up due to logistical reasons but I would highly recommend Mags to anyone looking for a safe and warm environment for their children. My children absolutely love Mags and I am certain they will miss her and her family immensely. Her setting is truly outstanding, with a range of toys to entertain and to educate. Mags has also supported me in many ways over the years, going above and beyond her duty. After working with her, I would be proud to call her a friend.
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