Gail's Childminding

Gail's Childminding I am a kind, fun loving childminder in Upton, Poole offering childcare where little ones learn on the go!

We are out and about enjoying so many wonderful places in Dorset every day.

I Can Be - Printing & Embroidery have bought my new business logo to life! 🩵 highly recommend this local business close ...
24/02/2026

I Can Be - Printing & Embroidery have bought my new business logo to life! 🩵 highly recommend this local business close to Bakers Arms roundabout.
Thankyou Helen, I'm so happy with my hoodie 😄

07/02/2026

There has been some negative press about childminders recently. I won’t reference the source, as I don’t believe it warrants further attention. However, it does feel reflective of a wider narrative that increasingly pushes for very young children — even babies — to be placed into formal school-based settings.

As a nursery that has evolved from childminding, I am incredibly proud of my childminding roots and stand firmly alongside my childminding colleagues.

Childminding shaped my professional practice in ways I will always value. It taught me the importance of meaningful relationships, deep connections, and truly individualised learning. It supported me throughout my studies and allowed me the time and space to develop a clear understanding of my beliefs around childhood, care, and education.

I wholeheartedly believe that the unique and bespoke role of childminders — those who welcome families into their homes and lives — is invaluable. The care, continuity, and relational depth they provide cannot be replicated elsewhere.

Childminders: we see you, we value you, and the early years sector absolutely needs you.
Stay strong. 🫶

12/01/2026

I'M BACK!!

***I am so excited to share with you all that after two years away from my childminding setting, I am reopening my doors and inviting some wonderful families into my setting again***

"Where have you been Gail?" I hear you all ask

I have been working for a lovely, local family run nursery as a Room Lead, which I have thoroughly enjoyed whilst gaining experience and knowledge within an alternative setting. During this time, I am pleased to share that I have qualified as a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner as well as gaining SEN training.

My doors will be open from 2nd February. My availability is Monday - Thursday, 730AM - 530PM.

I welcome inquiries, please feel free to share my post, I look forward to hearing from you in the near future.

This sums up my week! They love the feel of the paint on their hands! 🎃 Happy Halloween 🎃
19/10/2023

This sums up my week! They love the feel of the paint on their hands! 🎃 Happy Halloween 🎃

A local lady offering a fabulous service for parents who are so deserving a pamper 🥰
16/10/2022

A local lady offering a fabulous service for parents who are so deserving a pamper 🥰

27/07/2022

The holidays are here 🥰

10/07/2022

I am proud to announce that I have recieved my certificate for passing a course in 'Level 2 Cetificate in Understanding Autism' 😃🎉🥂😁

What a beauty 🐴🤎
29/06/2022

What a beauty 🐴🤎

30/05/2022

Gail's Childminding has spaces available in July 2022

Please contact me for more information

Happy to share my resent Ofsted Inspection was graded "Good" 😃🥰
02/04/2022

Happy to share my resent Ofsted Inspection was graded "Good" 😃🥰

Welly boots were absolutely essential yesterday!! So worth it to enjoy this peaceful natural spot in Upton 🤎💛💙💚
08/03/2022

Welly boots were absolutely essential yesterday!! So worth it to enjoy this peaceful natural spot in Upton 🤎💛💙💚

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Poole
BH165RS

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 7am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 7am - 5:30pm
Thursday 7am - 5:30pm

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