Kathleen McInerney

Since beginning my career as a childminder in 2004 I have studied early years, gaining an Early Years Degree. I then continued my professional development to obtain a BA(HONS) in Education as well as a Level 3 in Forest School Leadership.

The setting is a first floor maisonette with a private and secure outdoor space based in Clapham Common, just a few mins from Clapham Common tube station. The setting has some storage for buggies as well as a well organised space and toys for outdoor play. There are excellent tube, over-ground and bus transport services, all situated locally and just a few mins walk from the setting. We like to keep very busy and spend a lot of time in the outside environment on Clapham Common, again just a few mins walk. The common, local parks, soft play areas, museums and children''s farms keep us entertained when we aren''t at home as well visiting playgroup in our local community.

We have a close relationship with The Spinney based on Clapham Common. We attend many sessions of Mud Club, enabling lots of messy play with water and natural materials found within the grounds as well as investigation of small insects and other wildlife found locally. The freedom to explore independently allows children time to practice new found skills and build confidence in their abilities.