Polkadot
Childminder in London: Barnet
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Female Member since May 2017 Last Updated Oct 2024 Last Login 24 Dec 2024
My Summary
About Me
Hello!
I am a Ofsted registered childminder and have gone through all the relevant training, including Paediatric First Aid, EYFS, I provide care for 10months to 5 year olds!
(Early Years Foundation Stage) and Safeguarding and Child protection. I've successfully completed a Level 3 Diploma for Children and Young People's workforce - Early learning and childcare.
I am quality Assured through Barnet Council.
So what do i offer?
Many things, as I am bound to following the EYFS
(Early Years Foundation Stage) framework.
I aim to have a stimulating and caring environment that is positive and beneficial to effective learning In fun ways!
We visit groups, go on outings to the park
there are lots within easy walking distance -
Stephens House & Gardens, Victoria Park, Cherry Tree Park.
Also one train stop away from Highgate woods. We also go on various trips Zoo, Farm etc
We love to celebrate with the children Eg:
Christmas, Hanukkah, Chinese New Year, Eid, Diwali & others!!
This will include arts and crafts relating to the events also incorporating food from different cultures relating to that celebration.
I am lucky enough to have amazing classes with in a very short distance from me such as Baby sensory, Creation station and many, many more.
At home we will be doing an array of fun things, arts & crafts, making and playing with play dough, Role play, dressing up, reading stories and lots of play in the garden to name a few, the list goes on & on.
There is registered childminder/assistants to help cover on an ad-hoc/emergency basis.
I am a very keen learner which means I will keep myself up to date and relevant, this will benefit as us all, it enables me to give the very best care, fresh ideas and teachings for your child.
Food & Drink
Everything is freshly made on-site with an emphasis on tasty and healthy foods!
We provide a pescatarian menu, ensuring that meals are plentiful with fish, fresh vegetables, salad and fruit, in addition to eggs and dairy. We do not provide desserts but instead offer fruits or yoghurts.
I will always take into consideration a childs individual needs and we can discuss this during our initial meeting through paperwork.
I have experience catering for children with allergies and diet requirements.
If you'd like any references, please feel free to contact me and i'll pass them on.
In Summary the most important thing to me is that the children in my care are happy, have fun, feel safe, secure and cared for and want to be here,
A home from home childcare.
My Experience
I have been childminding for a 8 years
Prior to childminding,
I spent 4 years with a private childcare setting in East Finchley, Barnet.
References details of contact upon request please.
My Qualifications
Registered with OFSTED as a childminder.
Childcare.co.uk Insurance
Fully Enhanced CRB Cleared (whole family)
Twin experience
Safe Guarding Children
First Aid (St john Ambulance)
Child Protection Training
Childcare Learning development NVQ Level-2
CACHE Level- 3 Diploma for the Children and Young People’s Workforce (QCF)
2 Years Old Development Check
Observations, Assessment & Planning
Member of Pacey
Hold Public Liability Insurance
Business Studies
Health and safety Level-2
Food hygiene Level-2
This will be updated periodically as and when I complete training.
My Availability
Full day:
8:00 - 5:30
We are open 48 weeks a year
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My Fees
- Childminding from £9.50 per hour
I take all types of vouchers also!
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 11/05/2023)
- First Aid Certificate: first aid (added 11/05/2023)
Reviews
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What can I say about Sadika and her family... We seriously got lucky!
My daughter Ruby was in her care from around 9 months old until 2.5 years old. We only left as we moved locations - and I cried on her last day haha.
She is kind, considerate, she keeps all the children stimulated with activities and outdoor play, Ruby constantly came home with amazing art work and fun stories (yet never dirty clothes!). Sadika is an incredibly creative and artistic caregiver, her mother "Ama" as the children call her is a loving and great caregiver too.
The food was always delicious sounding and I think my daughter has such a diverse palette for food now as her week would consist of everything from veggie sushi, to curries!
My daughter made some of her "best friends" there whom we still see today.
To have Sadika and her family as party of our early years care is pure bliss.
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Sadika looked after our daughter from when she was 9 to 27 months old and we can never thank her enough for everything she has done. Our daughter stayed with her 5 days a week from 9 to 5 and we felt like she was being looked after by family. She has learned so many new skills and lessons and she adores Sadika and her mum.
The children at Sadika's have a structured day with lots of fun activities, playing in the garden, doing arts and crafts and they go out on weekly outings. During my second pregnancy with no family close by Sadika and her mum helped us out in so many ways. She also helped prepare our daughter for the arrival of her baby sibling and our subsequent move abroad. We can only dream of finding someone as professional and caring for our son in our new life chapter abroad.
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Someone recommended sadika to us and I will forever feel indebted to that person!
My son started with Sadika when he was 14 months old until he was 3. He and all of us absolutely love her and her mum Ama. They’re so sweet with the kids and it really is like a home away from home. I love that they try new foods with the kids and some of my sons most requested dishes are the ones he’s had at Sadika’s. They will celebrate every single thing on offer to celebrate from women’s international day to the royal celebrations and all holidays and festivals happening! Bringing home some great art work in the process. My daughter who is 1 will be starting with her in a few weeks and I’m so happy we get to see her every day again :)
During my pregnancy she truly was extra amazing in having my son extra hours at very short notice and also just helping him get use to the idea of having a new sibling. Sadika takes on your child but especially in that time I felt like she was some how supporting us as a family. I would have been lost without her. She was also fundamental in the whole potty training stage. She goes above and beyond for the kids. She really is more than great!
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Sadika is the best childminder you could ask for! She will provide a warm, safe and loving environment for any child. She took care of my daughter from a few months old till age 3 and my daughter adored Sadika and her mum and flourished during that time. I can't recommend her highly enough!
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Naama
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PolkaDot
on 29/09/2022
Response by
PolkaDot
on 16/10/2022:
Thankyou so much Naama. Was a pleasure watching her flourish.
Sadika was our son's childminder for more than two years. She and her lovely mom took care of him from age 8months to age 3. During this time, he developed his social and language skills, and he learned a lot from them and the children around him. Sadika was always caring, and developed a real connections with him that was fundamental for his emotional development. She was always flexible and accommodating, and really gave him a home away from home. In addition to daily activities, she took the children out almost every week: the zoo, museums, farms, etc. He was also able to try new foods and meals prepared with care by them, something that is very important for us. We cannot recommend her more!
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Claudia
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on 28/02/2022
Response by
PolkaDot
on 03/03/2022:
Thank you so much It was an absolute pleasure growing bonds with him & you both.
Look forward to seeing you all soon.
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