Rachel Hayes - Rachel & Philip's Home From Home Childcare

I am an Ofsted registered childminder and was awarded a 'Good' grade at my last inspection (2022). I work with my husband who is also a registered childminder so we can provide lots of attention, and all the children in our care are well supervised.

We have a fully comprehensive range of policies, procedures and risk assessments to ensure the safety of all children in our care at all times. Our home is spacious, and in 2011 we converted our detached garage into a dedicated playroom, and this is stocked with toys, books, games and creative materials especially for the children.

Our outdoor area is secure and ideal for children with a large patio for ride-on toys, a lawned area for games and picnics and a vegetable plot where the children enjoy growing their own fruit and vegetables for use in our home cooked meals. Each half-term we plan for every child's individual needs, and ensure that these plans are in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum (EYFS). In addition to this, during term-time, the children enjoy many other activities including, visits to indoor soft-play centres, local farms, country parks, adventure parks, garden centres, libraries, museums, toddler groups, National Trust properties and other places of interest.

Through our regular assessments, we not only ensure that the children in our care progress to their full potential, but we are also able to highlight any areas where they may need additional help. Should this be the case, we have excellent working partnerships with other professionals who can offer more detailed information and support.

I ensure my own training is kept up to date through attending various training courses at different venues as well as online. I am also an Early Language Lead Practitioner and in 2011 gained The Certificate in Early Years Practice, (equivalent to Level 4), through the Open University.

Times and availability

Opening Times

Monday to Friday term time only from 8:00am - 6:00pm
Early starts and late finishes by prior arrangement only
School holidays and weekends service is for emergencies only

These are subject to change according to parents needs.

I am happy to provide a pick-up and drop-off service at a child's home but would need to consider any other commitments at the time of enquiry. I will consider providing a pick-up and drop-off service to any local school, but again will need to consider current commitments at the time of enquiry.

Please contact provider for more details.