Denise, Rainham Childminder

I have been an Ofsted registered, qualified childminder in Havering for over 22 years. I am offering childcare places for
0-5 year olds in Upminster, Rainham and Hornchurch. I offer a pick up and drop off service in these areas.

Our home is very well equipped to provide a friendly, safe and stimulating place for your child to play in while they are not at home with you. We have a large creative (messy) room where we do paints, sticking & gluing etc.

I have a large open garden in which to explore, play, or find adventure. The children can plant their own seeds and watch them grow, or just play with the watering cans. Our outdoor trips include Forest School activities, picnics in the park, visits to the toddler/play groups, feeding the ducks going to the library and the local play areas.

I believe in providing your children with tasty, nourishing, food. I make all my own meals using fresh ingredients and encourage the children to take part in special make and bake days.

Whatever it is we are doing, I want to make sure your child feels at home when they are not at home. In my 22 years experience I have looked after children of all ages - from new-born right up to the start of Secondary school. I have cared for children from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures and I am well practiced in tailoring my care to suit any individual need your child may have.

I have cared for children with special dietary requirements on medical grounds including nut, gluten and wheat allergies. I have also catered for other dietary needs on religious grounds (e.g. no pork, no beef) and ethical grounds (e.g. vegetarian/vegan) discussing and preparing a plan with parents so they have full peace of mind.

I have continuously developed my own skills and qualifications keeping up to date with training as well as attending relevant skills workshops to improve my ability.

I have assisted in setting up a Havering Childminder Group aimed at helping new childminders in our area.

I am available 7am - 7pm Monday - Friday
As an accredited childminder I can offer parents the free EEE (Early Education Entitlement) for 2,3 & 4 year olds.