Frequently Asked Questions

If you are looking for a trusted, experienced childminder, you may find the answers to common questions below. If you would like further information about my childcare services, please feel free to get in touch.

Where are you based?

My setting is based in Knaphill, Woking, Surrey. I provide high-quality home-based childcare for families in Knaphill and the surrounding areas.

Are you an Ofsted-registered childminder?

Yes, I am fully registered with Ofsted and provide regulated childcare.

I hold:

A valid DBS check
Paediatric First Aid qualification
Safeguarding training
ICO

Parents looking for a safe and professional childminder can feel reassured that high standards of care are maintained.

What ages do you care for?

I provide childcare for children from birth up to 12 years old, offering a nurturing and supportive home environment where children can learn, grow and thrive.

What are your opening hours?

My standard childcare hours are:

Term Time - Monday to Thursday: 8:00am – 5:00pm
Half Terms & Summer Holidays - Monday to Wednesday: 8:00am – 5:00pm

What are your childcare fees?

My term-time childcare fee is £8.50 per hour.

To provide consistency and structure for the children in my care, the minimum daily attendance is 9:00am to 4:30pm. Sessions can be extended from 8:00am to 5:00pm where required, subject to availability.

During half terms and summer holidays, care is offered as a full-day session from 8:00am to 5:00pm.

I am always happy to discuss individual requirements and will do my best to accommodate families where possible. Spaces are limited, so early enquiries are recommended.

Do you offer government funded places?

Yes, I offer funded childcare places from the age of 9 months (subject to eligibility and availability).

This includes:

15 hours funded childcare
30 hours funded childcare

All funded hours are fully inclusive, with no extra charges for resources or consumables.

What does a typical day look like in your childminding setting?

As a home-based childminder in Knaphill, I provide a balance of child-led play, structured activities and outdoor experiences.

Activities may include:

Creative play and crafts
Story time and early literacy activities
Sensory play
Outdoor play in the local area
Opportunities to develop confidence and independence

I follow children’s interests to ensure learning is engaging and meaningful.

How do you support early years development?

I follow the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework for children under five, ensuring high standards of care and learning. I plan activities to support children’s development across all key areas, helping them grow in confidence, independence, and curiosity.

Below are some of the activities and experiences I provide to support children’s development across each area of the EYFS:

Communication and Language: Story time, singing, role play, rhymes, and discussions about children’s interests to build vocabulary and listening skills.
Physical Development: Outdoor play, garden games, climbing, balancing, ball skills, and creative movement activities to improve coordination and strength.
Personal, Social, and Emotional Development: Group activities, turn-taking games, cooperative play, and opportunities to develop confidence, self-awareness, and empathy.
Literacy: Mark-making, crafts, letter recognition games, storytelling, and opportunities to explore books and writing materials.
Mathematics: Counting games, shape sorting, building, puzzles, and simple practical tasks to develop early numeracy and reasoning skills.
Understanding the World: Exploring nature, science experiments, local walks, sensory play, and learning about the community and environment.
Expressive Arts and Design: Painting, drawing, music, dance, role play, and creative construction to encourage imagination and creativity.

I observe each child closely, adapting activities to suit their interests and developmental stage, so learning is meaningful, enjoyable, and tailored to them.

How do you help children settle into childcare?

Choosing a childminder is an important decision. I offer settling-in sessions to ensure children feel secure and comfortable in my childcare setting.

I work closely with families to support a smooth and positive transition.

How do I secure a childcare place?

If you are looking for myself to become your childminder, the process is simple:

Contact me via the enquiry form, or via any of my contact details
Arrange a visit to my setting
Discuss your childcare requirements
If we both feel we would be a good match, you will be asked to complete registration paperwork