Jemma Louise O'Brien
About the childcare provider
Description
I am a qualified Early Years Teacher and OFSTED-registered Childminder/Nanny, offering both small-group, home-based provision and bespoke in-home nannying for families in and around Bath.
At Ten Acre, I provide a nurturing, nature-inspired approach for early years children aged 3+ and home-educated primary-age children, grounded in calm, curiosity, and connection. Families can choose between my home-based setting or tailored nannying support within their own homes, guided by the same values and professional practice. This allows for highly personalised, responsive practice that nurtures emotional wellbeing, independence, creativity, and confidence.
Inspired by Hygge and the Curiosity Approach, my work blends a warm, home-from-home atmosphere with child-led, exploratory learning. Children are supported to learn at their own pace through play, enquiry, and meaningful experiences, shaped by their interests and the changing seasons.
My setting is based in a small, cosy cottage in the rural area between Dunkerton and Englishcombe, with a large outdoor space, paddock, and barn area. It is conveniently located near the Odd Down Park and Ride, making it accessible for families travelling to and from the city centre. Ten Acre is a plant-based, term-time only service.
Alongside my work with children, I am currently completing the Level 3 Award in Education and Training (AET), enabling me to support teenagers and adults through mentoring, training, and future educational provision.
I live with my husband and two teenage daughters. My eldest is an OFSTED-registered assistant.
Ten Acre is a service where early childhood is honoured, curiosity is celebrated, and learners of all ages are supported to thrive.
OFSTED number
Do you have vacancies?
What age ranges do you cater for?
2 - 8
What is the maximum children you will cater for
4
Opening hours
Monday: 8:00 - 16:00
Tuesday: 8:00 - 16:00
Wednesday: 8:00 - 16:00
Thursday: 8:00 - 16:00
Friday: 8:00 - 16:00
Cost information
| Per Hour | Per Session | Per Day | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 years | 7.00 | 2 | ||
| 3 - 5 years | 7.00 | 3 | ||
| 5 - 14 years | 7.00 | 4 |
Location
Base Area
Dunkerton
Facilites and provisions
Facilites
- Locked doors and fences
- Enclosed property
- Parking outside
- Quiet area
- Secure / enclosed outdoor space
- Large garden
Provisions
- A commitment to promote healthy eating
- Meals provided
- Able to use Makaton
- Arts, crafts and messy play
- Sit and ride equipment including bikes and scooters
- Books and story time
- Dressing up
- Multi-cultural & special needs promoting toys (inclusive toys)
- Games
- Natural resources
- Music, dance and drama
- Song / rhyme time
- Sensory toys and equipment
- Mud garden
- Forest skills
- Cooking