Carol
Childminder in Test Valley
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Female Member since Oct 2012 Last Updated Dec 2024 Last Login 21 Dec 2024
My Summary
About Me
My name is Carol Smith and I have been a childminder for 28+ years. I have two grown up sons and grandchildren, that live in Andover.
My Experience
Childminding is more than just a job for me, I love my work and strive to provide a family atmosphere for each child that I care for.
I particularly enjoy being creative, such as interactive storytelling. And a real passion of mine is finding new and exciting crafts, activities and places to visit.
I have cared for many children over the years from 3 months up to 11 years. And have also been a support childminder, giving advice and assistance to new and existing childminders.
My Qualifications
I have completed the Early Years Foundation Degree, giving me a level 5 qualification.
I also have many other qualifications including Paediatric first aid, child protection, health and safety and food hygiene to name but a few.
I take my professional development seriously and am always looking for courses and training opportunities etc. that will help to make me a better childcare provider and to improve the service I provide.
My Availability
I don't currently have a space (July 2024)
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My Fees
- Childminding from £4.75 per hour
Please note fees quoted on here are an average, as they are calculated dependent on hours and number of days attended. This is something we can discuss during a meeting.
All local activities such as toddler groups, clubs etc. are included in the price.
I am qualified to do the Early Years funding.
Thank you for looking
Carol
My Local Schools
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My Ofsted Inspections
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My Documents
- Ofsted Certificate [DELETED] (added 22/04/2020)
Reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Carol. 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.
My daughter settled really quickly into Carol's lovely warm and homely setting. Carol was amazing at setting up different activities for the children to do and we loved seeing the photos at the end of each day! We can't thank Carol enough for providing a rich and stimulating environment, just what our daughter needed! Thank you so much!
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Harriet
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Carol
on 19/08/2020
Response by
Carol
on 19/08/2020:
Thank you. I have loved looking after her and I wish you all the best.
Carol has taken superb care of our daughter these last 18 months. Every day there would be something different happening with days out, walks, craft and imaginative play to name a few activities.
We loved the themed months and felt our daughter really thrived with the individual progress plans that kept us up to date with her next steps.
Our daughter has flourished at Carol's setting and misses them all terribly (I'm now on maternity leave, hence the end of our contract) which shows how happy and settled she was.
We cannot rate her highly enough.
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Victoria
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Carol
on 19/06/2017
Response by
Carol
on 22/08/2017:
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback. We all miss her as well and it was lovely to catch up with you and the new baby the other day.
My eldest daughter attended Carol and Emma's fulltime from when she was 9 months old but when her sister was born, she had to leave after a year of attendance due to financial concerns.
However, it was clear she missed her friends, and Carol and Emma; she was always asking after them, and so I asked if it was possible for her to do a couple of days - and luckily Carol said yes.
When I made the decision to go back to work my only worry was if they had an extra space for my younger daughter and if they could both be fulltime - again they were able to accommodate me.
There is nowhere else I would want my children to go; the variety of activities is brilliant and you truly get a standard of care that you would provide yourself at home - you can go to work and have no worries at all that your children are safe and happy. In addition they eat healthily and have trips to various places including Finkley - a total well-rounded day every day.
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Carol
on 09/10/2014
Response by
Carol
on 30/12/2014:
Thank you, we were very happy to have your oldest come back to us and were very pleased when you asked us to look after both of them. We enjoy having them both here and have lots of fun together.
My daughter who is 2 yrs old has been going to Carol and Emma's for 3 days a week since September 2012. I can honestly say that since she has been with them both there has been a great improvement in her knowledge. Carol and Emma carry out the Early Years with all children no matter what the age which it brilliant.
Best choice ever made for our daughter
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Carol
on 21/05/2013
Response by
Carol
on 14/07/2013:
Thank you, it has been a pleasure looking after her
My two children have been attending Carol and Emma's for almost 5 years now. They have been incredibly happy there!
They always have a busy day full of adventurous and exciting planned activities.
It is always a difficult decision going to work with young children but it makes it that much easier knowing that they are looking forward to a great day ahead!
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Carol
on 24/04/2013
Response by
Carol
on 07/05/2013:
Thank you for your kind words.
We have had lots of fun and have made many happy memories together.
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