Helen Samantha Smith

I am a qualified nursery nurse with 28 years of experience and have been a registered OFSTED childminder for 17 years. Every child should be given the best start possible in life, which will touch and develop children to be individuals who are secure and safe able to grow in a caring environment.

I have completed and updated,
• Paediatric First Aid in children, babies and adults with first aid for life (July 2014).
• First choice online Paediatric first aid Awarded on 01 April 2021 valid for 01 year.
• Me learning Safeguarding children level 1 part 1 - Award Date 22 July 2019 and Part 2 Award Date 05 October 2020
• Certificates of achievements CPD courses Hello Mums Induction, Safeguarding babies and children, Storytelling and role play. Passed All - 03/Aug/2021.
• NSPCC safeguarding children. Passed online December 2022.

We create an environment where children will be safe, stimulated and challenged. We value our relationship with parents and are committed to working in partnership with them sharing information, listening, and providing peace of mind that their child is given love, attention and care at all times.

We deliver a diverse range of indoor and outdoor activities, providing a consistent daily routine, including preparation for school and encourage children to express themselves through play, drawing, music and movement, teaching.

I am also able to facilitate children aged 0 to 8 years who are funded by social or receive Early years funding. We also support parents returning to full time education and or work.