Magic Balloon
Childminder in London: Hammersmith And Fulham
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Female Member since Jan 2019 Last Updated Mar 2025 Last Login 01 Apr 2025
My Summary
We Have Spaces Available!
About Me
Dear children and parents!
A creative, dedicated and multilingual team of professional childminders is happy to invite and welcome you at our safe , nurturing and fun environment.
Our service:
- Open Monday -Friday 8:00 to 18:00 and provide care for children from Infant.
- We provide fresh food cooked on premises along with a range of healthy snacks and drinks.
- We offer drop off and collect children option.
- We take educational field trips and playground visits.
So Let’s Play! Discover! and Learn together at MAGIC BALLOON!
Please do contact us for more detailed information
Ofsted Registered
My Experience
Lucia:
-March 2017- December 2018: Full time Nanny/ French family
-May 2015 - February 2017: Nursery Nurse
-March 2014 - April 2015: Assistant childminder
Samantha:
-January 2019 - August 2019: Nanny of two children
-July 2017- December 2018: Nursery Nurse
-February 2014 - July 2017: Assistant childminder
-Summer camp counselor
-“Piccola fraternitá" Verona: organising meeting between elderly volunteers and schools for the purpose of helping children not forgot our tradition such as how to make handmade pasta, our dialect, how to grow fruits and vegetables.
My Qualifications
Lucia:
1998/99 Primary, Physical Education teacher degree.School ISCE Felgueiras, Portugal.
Statement of comparability, UK
Naric: QTS
French, Portuguese bilingual
Samantha:
2003/2008 Liceo Carlo Montanari, Verona, Italy. School of Social Sciences.
Statement of comparability, UK Naric: RQF level 3 Diploma.
Italian
My Availability
Monday - Friday 8am to 6pm
Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
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Before School | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
Morning | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
Afternoon | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
After School | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
Evening | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
Overnight | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
Last Updated: 20/03/2025 |
My Fees
- Childminding from £10.00 per hour
£100 per day
Monday to Friday 8 to 6:00
Pick up and drop off per hour
My Local Schools
- I provide pick ups at Miles Coverdale Primary School
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 27/06/2019)
- DBS Check (added 27/06/2019)
- Inspection Report (added 03/02/2025)
- First Aid Certificate (added 25/06/2019)
- Exam Certificate: Qualified teacher status (added 25/06/2019)
- Training Certificate: Developing Children’s Learning (added 25/06/2019)
- Training Certificate: Leading and Managing a Childminding Setting (added 25/06/2019)
- Training Certificate: Understanding and Working with the EYFS (added 25/06/2019)
- Training Certificate: Recording Children’ Development (added 25/06/2019)
- Training Certificate: Safeguarding children (added 25/06/2019)
Reviews

Parents say
This childcare provider receives glowing reviews for creating a warm, nurturing environment. Parents praise the balanced meals, varied activities, and personalized attention given to each child. The childminders are commended for their dedication, professionalism, and ability to support children's development through play and exploration. Many parents express gratitude for the positive impact on their children's growth and happiness.
Summary generated by AI from the text of recent member reviews
Latest reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Magic Balloon. 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.
I am so grateful for the amazing care my son receives at this nursery. He started attending when he was just 11 months old. The founders, Samanta and Lucia, have created an incredibly warm and nurturing environment where every child is treated with the utmost care and attention.
One of the things I appreciate the most is the balanced and healthy meals they provide daily. It’s reassuring to know my son is getting nutritious food that supports his growth and development. They also offers a variety of activities each day that help the children develop new skills and stimulate their creativity.
What truly stands out is the personalized follow-up for each child. Samanta and Lucia are very attentive to the individual needs and progress of every child. They know exactly where my son is in his development and ensure that he gets the support he needs to thrive.
Highly recommend it to other parents!
by
Fadwa
on 28/03/2025
Our daughter started with Lucia and Samantha at just 9 months old, and for the past three years, they provided the most loving, nurturing, and enriching environment we could have ever wished for. She has grown into a confident, happy, and kind little person, and we truly believe her time there played a huge role in shaping her into who she is today.
She absolutely loved her days with them—it was often a challenge to get her to come home! Every day was filled with fun, learning, and laughter, from dancing and singing to storytime and creative play. These activities have now become a natural part of her daily life, and we are so grateful for that. The regular trips to local parks, markets, and playgroups were also a wonderful addition, giving her the chance to explore, socialize, and experience new things outside of the home setting.
The meals were another highlight. The Mediterranean-style diet they provided was not only healthy and balanced but also helped her develop a love for good food that continues to this day.
We couldn’t have asked for a better place for our daughter to spend her early years. Magic Balloon created a warm, caring, and stimulating environment that felt like a second home. We will always be incredibly grateful for the love and dedication they put into caring for her.
by
Elisa
on 04/03/2025
My son started when he was only 9 months old. He settled in very well since day 1, feeling nurtured and cared for.
He has been here until he was almost 3 years old. His development during those years has been incredible and we always felt good and trusted the childminders.
We`d do the same choice if we`d go back on time, we have been very happy and our son still remembers and name his first childminders when happen to mention them.
Good memories & family environment is what you`d wish for the first sensitive years in a child!
by
Graziell
on 04/03/2025
From the first time I entered Magic Ballon I realised they were special. Easygoing, yet professional people. It feels like a family. We are very happy our little one had the chance to grow up in such a wonderful environment. They are very accomodating with any need. Thanks a lot Samantha and Lucia for making our children start their educational journey in a relaxed and funny way.
by
Vittoria
on 27/01/2025
My daughter attended Magic Balloon from 8 months until she turned 3 years old, and this wonderful childcare setting exceeded all our expectations. Their unique approach combines music and instruments with hands-on learning, creating an engaging environment where children naturally develop their skills through play and exploration. The dedicated staff regularly organize enriching outings to local parks and libraries, helping children connect with their community while building confidence and social skills. Magic Balloon truly excels at supporting children's development from baby to toddler, providing the perfect blend of nurturing care, educational activities, and fun experiences that laid a strong foundation for my daughter's early years.
by
Andreas
on 16/01/2025
I am very grateful to Lucia and Samantha for setting up a lovely environment for my son who attended the childcare for 3 years. During this time he was very happy and always came home with a smile on his face and much to tell. I recommend Magic Balloon to any parents, Lucia and Samantha are amazing along side with the team.
Thank you for your support throughout the years.
by
Luisa
on 25/12/2024
What can I say about Magic Balloon - I’m so lucky to have found them. Lucia and Samantha are incredible childminders. My son has been with them since he turned 1 - a year and a half later, he has thrived so much. They provide a warm, safe and loving environment which is filled with different activities on a daily basis, trips to local parks, messy play etc. They also provide a great nutritious menu. What sets Magic Balloon apart is the family-type feel (which is why we opted for them over a nursery) - the kids and the parents get on so well and everything feels so much more personal. I leave my son there without worry everyday - which is all I can ask for as a parent.
by
Naresa
on 03/12/2024
Our son has attended Magic Balloon since it opened in September. He was nine months old, we were and continue to be impressed with the
care and dedication of the Magic Balloon childminders. They have created a wonderful community which is the foundation for exploration and discovery. Our son has formed a wonderful bond and is developing friendships with the other children.
I would highly recommend Magic Balloon.
by
Emma
on 10/11/2019
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