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Maria Smith - Butterflies Childminding Services

Overview

I am a 34-year-old mother to two beautiful little girls. I am Ofsted-registered with a Good grading at my last inspection. I provide Early Years care (0–4 years).

I have a first class degree in Childhood Studies and also have a Masters degree in Psychology which, after having my first daughter, I decided to put my knowledge to good use by becoming a home-based Early Years Educator. I have also spent time working in Primary Schools, youth groups, and I was a 'Beat the Bullying' mentor for some years. I work alongside my mother-in-law (who is also an Ofsted Registered Childminder) and we provide a welcoming, safe, and stimulating environment for your child. We have a large garden and dedicated playroom with an extensive range of toys and equipment to provide activities for play-based, child-led learning, covering all areas of the Early Years Foundation Stage.

Times and availability

Opening Times

DayOpening TimeClosing Time
Monday7:30am5:30pm
Tuesday7:30am5:30pm
Wednesday7:30am5:30pm

We are open Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday during term-time only (Following Nottinghamshire County Council school dates).

Contact

NCT No 39 bus to City Centre

Address

Nottingham
NG4
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Childcare

Funded places

  • Tax-free childcare
  • 30 hours childcare for 9 months to 4 years
  • 15 hours childcare for 3 and 4 year olds
  • Early Learning for 2 year olds

Places

  • Number of places: 6
VacanciesYes

Schools

School pickupNo

Costs

DescriptionCost typeUnit priceCost unit
Childcare CostsPer Day£60.00Daily
Childcare CostsPer Hour£6.00Hourly

We also accept childcare vouchers, tax-free childcare and funding.

Inclusion

Supporting

  • Speech, language and difficulties
  • Visual impairment

Special needs (children)

Has provisionYes

Ofsted

Maria Lucia Smith

  • URN: EY548577
  • Registration date: 21-08-2017

Child Services Register

RegisterStart dateStatus
Early Years Register21-08-2017Registered
Compulsory Childcare Register21-08-2017Registered
Voluntary Childcare Register21-08-2017Registered

Latest Inspection

Last updated: 15 April 2026