Welcome
Montessori Childminding- Comfort of Home
Providing a safe and nurturing environment for your child
Welcome to Amelia's House
Our Philosophy
Our Philosophy
Our Philosophy
At Amelia's House, we believe that every child is unique and deserves individualised attention and care. We encourage creativity, exploration, and learning through play, and we strive to foster a lifelong love of learning in every child.
Our Teachers
Our Philosophy
Our Philosophy
Our teachers are highly qualified and experienced professionals who are passionate about working with children. They undergo regular training to keep up-to-date with the latest teaching methods and practises, and are dedicated to providing the best possible care and education for each child.
Our Curriculum
Our Philosophy
Our Curriculum
At Amelia's House we follow Maria Montessori philosophy and pedagogy and entwine this with the national Curriculum "Early Years Foundation Stage" At Amelia's House, we envision a world where every child receives the care and support they need to thrive. We are committed to providing high-quality child care services that promote the physic
At Amelia's House we follow Maria Montessori philosophy and pedagogy and entwine this with the national Curriculum "Early Years Foundation Stage" At Amelia's House, we envision a world where every child receives the care and support they need to thrive. We are committed to providing high-quality child care services that promote the physical, emotional, and cognitive development of each child in our care.
Healthy Meals
We believe that a healthy diet is essential for a child's development, which is why we provide nutritious morning and afternoon snacks that are both delicious and balanced. Our menu is designed to meet the dietary needs of children of all ages.
OFTSed Report Highlights
Culture of Harmony
Unwavering commitment to wellbeing and welfare
Culture of Harmony
Inspectors were particularly impressed by children’s behaviour and attitudes. The report states that children at Amelia’s House are “extremely considerate of the feelings of other people” and that “the culture of harmony and respect is deeply embedded in the setting”
Kindness
Unwavering commitment to wellbeing and welfare
Culture of Harmony
The childminder was praised for role-modelling good manners and explicitly teaching empathy, with Ofsted noting that children “learn how to be kind to each other and themselves” and develop a strong sense of responsibility for their behaviour.
Unwavering commitment to wellbeing and welfare
Unwavering commitment to wellbeing and welfare
Unwavering commitment to wellbeing and welfare
Amelia’s House was also commended for its strong focus on children’s emotional and physical wellbeing. Inspectors highlighted the childminder’s “unwavering commitment to children’s wellbeing and welfare”, including close partnership with families to adapt routines such as sleep schedules and nutrition to meet individual needs
Health
Children thrive as confident, resilient learners
Unwavering commitment to wellbeing and welfare
The report adds that children “develop lifelong habits and a strong foundation for their emotional and physical health”while in the care of the setting
Children thrive as confident, resilient learners
Children thrive as confident, resilient learners
Children thrive as confident, resilient learners
Ofsted found that children at Amelia’s House are confident, resilient and well prepared for their next stage of education. The report states that children “relish challenge”, show “high levels of self-esteem” and “thrive in their learning, even in the face of new challenges”
Strong Partnership
Children thrive as confident, resilient learners
Children thrive as confident, resilient learners
Inspectors also praised the warm relationships within the setting, noting that children “confidently go to the childminder for reassurance and emotional support” and that children of all ages “settle well” and feel emotionally secure
Amelia's House Moments: A Collection of Memories
