Are you a parent or grandparent looking for exceptional quaility childcare and an early years eduaction?
Do you live in or near to Tarvin?
Would you like a more personable childcare service?
If you answered YES to any of the these questions then Little Explorers Childminding could be right for your family.
Little Explorers Childminding is an Ofsted registered childminding setting graded OUTSTANDING IN ALL AREAS by Oftsed in 2017. We provide a high quality childcare and an excellent years education in a safe home from home environment.
Your Child will benefit from.
- Being in a safe and secure home for home environment.
- High levels of attachment due low adult to ratios 1-3 under 5's
- More time for one to one care
- Continuity of care, no room changes or staff turnover.
- Socialisation in a small groups and the opportunity to socialise in bigger groups on local trips and outings
- An early years education, we follow the EYFS framework for under 5's. We observe your child, track their development and provide individual next steps to ensure they thrive.
- Fun and educational activities tailored to your child's interests and stage of development
- Healthy homemade meal and snacks
- Forestry sessions, we are members of the Forest Childcare Association.
"Children form strong attachments to the childminder. She knows the children in her care extremely well and children feel comfortable and welcome in the childminder's home." Ofsted 2017
"The childminder uses highly effective teaching techniques to ably extend children's learning and weaves these through planned and everyday activities." Ofsted 2017
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"Carolyn (Little Explorers Childminding) has been fantastic in the 6 months that she has looked after our two daughters so far (now aged 1 and 3yr) . The girls settled in very quickly thanks to her warm, welcoming and child friendly demeanour. One of the reasons for choosing l.e.c was the caring, calm and respectful approach taken with all children. Carolyn is efficient and professional with the business side of things and is very knowledgeable about the EYFS. It's important to us that our daughters have a balanced diet and have a healthy interest and involvement in preparing and enjoying meals. Another positive note is that Carolyn takes the children walking everywhere around our home village, enjoying lots of outdoor activities as well as participating in toddler groups such as Music group and going to the library - essentially doing many of the things we did before I went back to my work. I would happily recommend her to anyone looking for reliable, caring childcare who is very understanding about how hard it feels leaving your children when you have to go to work !"
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Zoe Parent
As a parent you will benefit from.
- Flexible childcare at competitive prices.
- FREE places for eligible 2 year olds.
- All meals and snacks included. You don't have to worry about preparing food or cooking for the children when you get home (additional charge for funded children only)
- 30 hours funded childcare for all 3 and 4 year olds.
- A suburb private online system shares your childs learning journey with you, as well as information about your child's day, including what they ate, sleep times, nappy changes, activities, pictures and videos.
- A blog sharing recipes, activity ideas, ideas for learning at home, parenting tips and much more
- Monthly newsletters
- Contactable references for extra reassurance.
Carolyn currently looks after my 10 month old baby boy, from the first day we met Carolyn we instantly felt at ease. She is very professional & she doesn't miss a beat, she helps us with his routine & makes me home made delicious food & even gives us the recipes for the ones he loves most! We got recommended to Carolyn by multiple people. The difference between Carolyn & our previous child care provider was huge, she is amazing & you can see how much she loves children & how much pride she takes in her job. She has restored our faith! I get regular updates whilst I'm at work about how my little one is doing, activities he has done, every day I'm itching to go on my break to see the fun things he has done. She helps him develop his skills & keeps us informed of things she has observed. He lights up when he sees her! I don't know what I would do without Carolyn, her & her Mum are so lovely & caring & I couldn't think of anyone better to leave my son with. Thank you so much Carolyn & Jenny for all your hard work, it is hugely appreciated! –
Katie Parent
Need more reassurance?
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At Little Explorers Childminding we have
- Paediatric first aid training.
- Numerous Enhanced CRB checks or all household members over 16 years of age.
- Medcial checks
- Social services checks
- Fire safety inspection
- Gas safety certificate
- Safeguarding training
- Level 2 Food hygiene training
- Level 4 Food Hygiene certificate
- We are fully insured.
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Carolyn has looked after all of our 3 children from being tiny babies, and continues to do so now our eldest is at school. The children are always welcomed warmly into her family home, and Carolyn has a lovely way of interacting with children, putting them at ease. Every day is different, filled with an array of often spontaneous activities, usually led by the children. Importantly Carolyn seems to get to know the children very well and can support them appropriately in their endeavours.
Our children usually leave with fun stories about their day. It is reassuring to be able to leave the children in an environment which is stimulating, fun and safe and where they are happy and we are grateful to Carolyn for the support she gives to our family.
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Vicki – Parent