Amanda Childminding
Childminder in Worthing
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Female Member since Jan 2010 Last Updated Sep 2024 Last Login 22 Nov 2024
My Summary
About Me
Hi i am Amanda and have been in childcare for over 30 years. I live in Worthing and only 400 metres from the beach and close to the parks, I cover Chesswood Junior School and Lyndhurst Infant School. These two schools are in the process of amalgamating and the school will be called Homefield Primary. I offer care before and after school as well as having day care children.
I work with my husband who has had the relevant training and we are both fully DBS checked.
I provide a safe caring environment in my home, coupled with a lot of stimulating activities during the day..
I live in a four bedroom house, with my husband, 15year old daughter and Midnight the cat and a golden Labrador called Star.The garden has been transformed into an all weather playground for the children enabling them to play outside all year round. .
My Experience
In my 30 years I have worked in 3 day nurseries and prior to the birth of my baby was deputy manager in one of them. I have also worked as a nanny
After my own child was born I decided to use all my experience and become a childminder..
I currently care for children aged between 6 months and 10 years.
My Qualifications
I hold current and up to date certificates in child protection, first aid, food hygiene, childcare practise [homebased] and NVQ level 3 in early years care and education. I am Ofsted registered.
I had my latest Ofsted Inspection last month, August 2024, and was rated Oustanding.
A copy of the Ofsted report can be seen on the Ofsted web site.
I am accredited, which means I am able to claim the free funding for 3/4 year olds and now all 2 year olds and 9 month’s plus.
In January 2012 i attended a two day course called, INCLUDING ALL CHILDREN, which is to do with providing care for children with special educational needs,
I have recently been awarded a foundation degree in education and learning, level 4. This is to do with special educational needs.
In May 2012 I attended a one day course, run by West Sussex County Council, cocerning safegaurding children.
I have a level 3 diploma in playwork..
Recently I have been awarded a certificate of excellence by Childcare.co.uk
In August 2022 I obtained a level 2 certificate in Understanding Autism
In 2024 I studied for EYPDP, which is Early Years Professional Development Programe, which I passed.
My Availability
The number of vacant spaces, if any,I have does vary so please contact me for details of current vacancies. I work Monday to Fridays 7.15 am till 5.30 pm but will be flexible to meet parents needs if a later pick up is wanted.
I fully appreciate parents need for unsociable hours care and i always endeavour to cater for all situations.
Currently I have no vacancies for the foreseeable future. As soon as this changes I will post on here.
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| Before School | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Morning | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Afternoon | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| After School | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
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| Overnight | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Last Updated: 06/11/2024 | |||||||
My Fees
- Childminding from £4.95 per hour
My standard rate is £4-95 per hour per child. There are discounts when I look after 2 children from the same family and my rates do vary depending on the length of time the children are here..i.e if I look after a child for 8 hours or more, in one session, then the fee is £4-65 per hour.
I take all children who qualify for funding, 9 months plus, 2year old and 3/4 year old.
THERE ARE NO TOP UP FEES FOR CHILDREN ON FUNDING. I ALSO OFFER THE 30 HOURS FUNDING TO THOSE WHO QUALIFY.
Unlike a lot of settings I do not charge for bank holidays, as I do not work on these days, neither are there any charges for when I am on holiday.
I offer breakfast for the early starters, mid morning and afternoon snacks, lunch is supplied and a cooked meal is provided for all children being collected after 5.pm. All meals,snacks, trips and treats are included in the hourly fee. THERE ARE NO HIDDEN EXTRA CHARGES.
I do not ask for a deposit or charge retainers for spaces booked in the future. If a space is booked and then cancelled, at a later date,then one months average fees are payable.
Again, unlike a lot of settings I do not ask for fees to be paid in advance but expect all outstanding amounts to be paid by the 7th of the following month.
Several parents have placed reviews on this site which will give you an insight into the kind of activities that the children get involved in..
My Local Schools
- I provide drop offs and pick ups at Lyndhurst Infant School
- I provide drop offs and pick ups at Chesswood Junior 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
- UK Driving Licence (added 02/10/2022)
- Ofsted Certificate (added 18/11/2020)
Reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Amanda Childminding. 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.
I can’t speak highly enough of Amanda and Peter as childminders for my son Loui. From day one, they have been absolutely brilliant at helping him settle in and feel comfortable in their care. Loui now looks forward to his time with them, and it’s clear how much he enjoys being there.
Amanda and Peter offer a fantastic range of role-play opportunities and engaging activities for the children, keeping them excited and learning every day. They also organize wonderful day trips that are both educational and fun, providing a well-rounded experience that goes beyond the usual child care. It’s evident they truly care about fostering a nurturing and stimulating environment.
What sets Amanda and Peter apart is their incredible flexibility. With my full-time job, having childminders who understand and accommodate my schedule has been a lifesaver. Their willingness to adapt and their genuine care for Loui means so much to our family. We feel incredibly lucky to have found Amanda and Peter, and they will undoubtedly be a cherished part of our family for a very long time. Highly recommended!
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Michae
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on 28/08/2024
Response by
Amanda Childminding
on 28/08/2024:
Thank you for your review. Since Loui started coming to my setting it has been an absolute pleasure to have him coming here and watch him develop into a child who loves to make friends and take part in all the activities. We both look forward to seeing him again next week at the start of the new school year.
My daughter has been going to Amanda and Peter for five years, we both absolutely adore them, they have done so much for bronte she had been a shy child not easily making new friends and when we met Amanda and Peter within no time I could see such a difference in her confidence and she has always been so happy when she goes, they provide a lovely lunch and snacks during the day and I hope bronte continues to go for many years to come, they will always offer to have bronte for inset days which is a massive help when your a single working parent knowing she is happy and well taken care of, bronte also loves seeing Peter on the school runs and seeing the other children to say hello to, I would recommend anyone looking for a childminder as they really do go above and beyond and we think the world of them
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Kate
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on 28/08/2024
Response by
Amanda Childminding
on 28/08/2024:
Thank you very much for the review. Both Peter and I have been amazed how Brontë has developed over the last few years. She is a very self assured girl and we both look forward to seeing her develop over the next few years,
I started sending my daughter to Amanda in March 2022 when she had just turned 1 year old. However, prior to that first day my partner and I were able to visit Amanda at her home where we met her, her husband,.assistants Sasha and Teresa, viewed the environment where our daughter would be spending her days and were able to have any questions answered.
Amanda is wonderful with the children and from day one my daughter has never not wanted to go to Amanda's.
From the daily activities to the yummy home cooked dinners Amanda and her team provide I couldn't be anymore assured my daughter is happy and safe.
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Hannah
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on 26/01/2023
Good evening all.
I don’t know if any of you recall a post I shared back in May/June time. I posted anonymously as I was so embarrassed and ashamed of the situation we were in. I explained that the school my Son attends was moving to prosecute because of bad attendance. His attendance was bad for many reasons, his physical and mental health, my physical and mental health, circumstance etc.….
Anyhow, I wanted to say thank you for all the kind support that was offered but also for those who recommended Amanda Hubbert and her Husband Peter with their childminding services, who could possibly help with childcare in the mornings as this is our hardest time of the day. Peter has been collecting my Son and taking him to school in the mornings which has taken a huge amount of pressure off both myself and my Son in the mornings and his attendance has improved.
Yesterday the school notified me that they are no longer moving toward prosecution but will continue to work alongside myself and my Son and support us wherever possible. The relationship between myself and the school has improved massively also.
I cried when they told me the news yesterday, was so relieved.
So thank you, I’m not ashamed anymore but instead proud. Proud of my Son and myself 🙌🏻♥️
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Sian82
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on 31/10/2022
Our daughter has been going to Amanda's since September 2018 from 7 months and is now leaving to go to School. We cannot thank you Amanda, Peter and Sasha enough for being such an important part of Emilia's life. Their care, love and good humour these four years mixed with discipline, close attention and patience have been first class.There is no way we could have conquered weaning or potty training without their support. Knowing Amanda has been there to solve the problems we have created during the summer holidays has always been a source of comfort!
We are so pleased and proud of Emilia's character and they have played such a massive part in shaping that. We could not have entrusted the care and teaching of our daughter to anyone better. Our second child, Keira, is so fortunate to also have a place. From the bottom of our hearts- thank you- we cannot ask for more.
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James
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on 30/06/2022
Response by
Amanda Childminding
on 30/06/2022:
Thank you for such a lovely review. Emelia will be missed by us all but it is a joy to see her ready for school. For us the ties are not being severed with the arrival here of daughter number two here in September.
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