Welcome to
Julies House!
Rated 'Outstanding' three times
About Me
My name is Julie Silverthorne, I am an N.N.E.B trained nursery nurse. I worked as a nanny for eight years before becoming Ofsted registered as a childminder in 2001. Now, I run my childminding services from my three bedroom home in Goring, where I live with my husband Ronnie, who is also CRB police checked, m and our lovable Labrador, Reggie.
I am a committee member of the local Worthing Magic Minders group; this supports child-minders with training and new ideas, it also runs its own toddler sessions to provide children with a wider social circle of friends and lots of stimulating activities to aid development. I attend various training sessions including First Aid, Child Protection, EYFS, Play, Behavior, and Working With Parents.
I love my job and watching the children grow and develop.
2026
"The childminder knows the children extremely well. She gets to know their starting points, interests and what makes them unique. She builds on those foundations to create a broad and balanced curriculum tailored to each child. Consequently, children are progressing very well from their starting points. Children are thriving in this positive environment. Their independence skills and wellbeing are prioritised, and their next steps are thoughtfully considered and implemented at their own pace. Children are happy, safe and learning throughout their daily activities, routines and visits in the community. Children with delays in their learning are expertly supported to reduce any barriers to their learning. All children are given special jobs as part of daily routines, which helps them to feel valued. Children show high levels of security and positive attitudes to learning.
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Children happily access activities as they play together in this warm childminding setting. The childminder prioritises a calm space where children can relax without rushing. The children can learn at their own pace while the childminder expertly supports and extends their thinking, language and their learning in all areas of their development. All children are welcomed and valued, and they delight in finding their photos in the gallery in the entrance hall. The gallery has a range of photos of things that the children have been doing, including visits, celebrations and activities from the setting. This has a highly positive impact on children's sense of belonging and wellbeing. The childminder communicates very well with parents and supports them to understand the importance of attendance for their children.
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Children make positive relationships with each other and with the childminder. Older children delight in supporting younger children throughout the day. Younger children learn new skills from their interactions with older children. The childminder warmly supports children if they become upset. She acknowledges their feelings and supports them to understand the feelings of others too. The children benefit from a broad range of trips and visitors during their time at the setting. For example, the children visit a local home for the elderly and join the residents for craft and singing activities. The childminder promotes the importance of regular attendance so that all children can make high levels of progress and form good habits for future learning."
From Ofsted report 2026:
What I offer
I am registered to care for five children under eight years, four of which may be under five years and one of these may be under one year old. The small number of children I care for means they receive lots of individual attention whilst enjoying interacting with other children of various ages. I encourage new experiences and a sense of fair play whilst building self-confidence all within a loving environment.
At Julie's House, there is a dedicated playroom fully equipped with toys and craft activities for all ages. The children I care for have a big influence on the sort of activities we do, according to their ages and interests. The children love to do painting, sticking, junk modeling, playdough, and cooking. Playing with Lego, farm sets, cars, dollies, books and dressing-up are also favorites!
I also feel it is important for children to spend time outside to exercise, be healthy and to have fun together. We have a big enclosed back garden which is home to a playhouse, slide, sensory tray,ball games and ride-ons. We also go on regular outings to the park, beach, woods, soft play, the library, toddler groups, and farms.
I offer the children a wide selection of healthy lunches and snacks to keep them going through all of the fun packed days!
Outings
Lunches
Crafts & Playroom
Julie's House Curriculum
In our childminding setting, I provide rich experiences and carefully prepared environments that encourage children to explore and make sense of the world around them. Through a balance of indoor and outdoor play, sensory activities, and opportunities for investigation, children are given the freedom to ask questions, solve problems, and develop their natural curiosity. We use everyday experiences, such as nature walks, cooking, and creative arts, to build understanding and knowledge, while supporting each child’s unique interests and learning style.
Alongside exploration, I focus on helping children practise and refine the skills they need to reach their potential. Activities are designed to support physical development, communication, and early literacy and numeracy, while also fostering creativity and critical thinking. Children are encouraged to try new challenges, take manageable risks, and celebrate their achievements, helping to build confidence and independence. This nurturing approach ensures that children develop resilience and a sense of pride in their abilities.
Equally important is the development of social and emotional skills, which prepare children for a smooth transition to larger group settings, such as nursery or school. Through play, cooperative tasks, and group discussions, children learn how friendships are built and why teamwork is valuable. They experience sharing, turn-taking, and problem-solving together, giving them the foundations to form positive relationships in new environments. By modelling empathy and respect, I help children understand the importance of community, ensuring they feel secure and ready for the next stage of their learning journey.
Next steps emerge naturally and with encouragement they can progress building confidence in their abilities.
