Latest Reviews
Here are some of the latest reviews that we have received from parents who have used childcare providers and tutors listed on Childcare.co.uk.
My daughter has been going to Tatyana for the past 6 months, and we are very happy with the care and support she receives. She is nearly 2.5 years old, and we have seen a big improvement in her communication skills. She is now able to speak many English words with confidence. Tatyana is very caring, patient, and attentive with children. We highly recommend her to any parents looking for a trustworthy and supportive childminder.
The place is very hygienic, clean, and well maintained, with a very good play area for children. Tatyana is caring, patient, and attentive, and she creates a safe and friendly environment for kids. We highly recommend her to any parents looking for a trustworthy and supportive childminder.
Over the 18 months our daughter attended Little Fishes, Shell and Carrianne were nothing short of extraordinary. They welcomed our daughter into their home as if she were family, nurturing her curiosity, confidence and joyful spirit every single day.
From the very first drop-off, we felt an immediate sense of trust. Their warmth, patience and creativity shone through in everything they did. Whether that was inventing imaginative play setups, encouraging her budding independence, or taking the time to share stories of her little triumphs with us each evening. It is clear they see childcare not merely as a job but as a vocation: they celebrated her milestones as proudly as we did and guided her gently through challenges, always with kindness and consistency.
In their care our daughter thrived socially, emotionally and developmentally. She left their setting brimming with confidence, a love of learning and a heart full of fond memories. We will forever be grateful for the way Shell and Carrianne nurtured her character and brought out the very best in her.
Thank you, Shell and Carrianne, for treating our little one as your own and for giving our family such a wonderful start on this journey. We cannot recommend you highly enough.
My son started with Tuli just as he turned one and I returned to work. From the very beginning, it was clear that he was enjoying the company of the other children and settling in well.
He has always been a tricky sleeper and was used to contact napping with me, so I was quite nervous about how he would manage. Tuli was incredibly supportive, happy to adapt to his routine, and kept me updated regularly as he settled in, which made a huge difference.
It’s clear that Tuli provides both exceptional care and a rich learning environment. Our son comes home well fed, well rested, and happy after a fun day with his friends. He has also picked up new words and signs we hadn’t yet introduced at home, like signing along to “Itsy Bitsy Spider” and even starting to recognise letters at just 16 months.
Tuli is always attentive and responsive, tailoring her approach when Nikhil has been unwell or not sleeping well, and she provides a thorough update at pick-up each day. I was able to return to work with complete peace of mind, knowing my son was happy, comfortable, and in such caring hands.
Smitha
My little one (16 months old) has been with Karen for the last four months and from the moment we met her, we knew she and her setting were the right fit for us, and most importantly, for our little one. She provides such a warm, welcoming home-from-home environment, and my son feels really safe and comfortable in her care.
We were really nervous about starting childcare, as he would get upset whenever we left the room, let alone with someone new. Karen has been so patient, caring, and reassuring throughout the whole process. She always keeps us updated with his activities, how he has been during the day, what he has eaten, and how he has slept, and she regularly sends lovely photos and videos too. Seeing how happy and settled he is with her now shows we absolutely made the right choice.
My son also has three allergies, and Karen has catered for him brilliantly with a range of healthy and nutritious meals, which was really important to us. Her catering background and over 20 years of experience as a childminder really show in the care she provides.
Karen regularly takes the little ones to playgroups, parks, and places like Willows Farm, so they get lots of fresh air, stimulation, and fun activities.
We truly could not recommend Karen highly enough. Thank you so much for everything, Karen! ☺️
My little girl started with Moara in Feb at the age of 10months, I was really nervous and anxious about leaving her but after meeting and talking with her several times and seeing her setting i felt much more comfortable leaving my baby with her
She answered my hundreds of questions without hesitation and took on all of the information that I give to her regarding routine etc.
The first month or so Moara constantly reassured me, she replied to my messages quickly and uploaded pictures daily for me to see what my baby was up to. And even since then I get at least one photo a day, I get feedback at the end of every day, I'm never made to feel rushed or like I'm being over the top about any concerns I may have, they all get excited over her milestones and genuinely care about her which is so lovely to see.
The location is stunning and the setting is perfect and full of resources for all ages. Moara and everyone who works with her have such a family approach, whilst remaining professional and my little girl just loves it there.
Antonia
Amie has been with our family for over a year, caring for our now 3-year-old twin boys every Thursday and Friday. She has truly been an incredible part of their early years, bringing warmth, energy, and genuine care into our home.
She spends her days doing engaging and thoughtful activities with the boys—taking them to parks, playgroups, and the library, as well as reading with them and encouraging their curiosity. At home, she prepares lovely lunches and dinners, and has played a big role in teaching them kindness, good manners, and how to be polite and considerate. We’ve seen such a positive impact on their development and are so proud of the little people they’re becoming.
She comes from a nursery background and is confident, patient, and completely natural with children. She is also Ofsted registered and DBS checked.
We highly recommend her to any family looking for a caring, reliable, and enthusiastic nanny. She will be a real asset to whoever she works with next.
I needed someone to help me while my husband was away for 3 wks. Claudia came to my rescue and it made all the difference!
I have an 11yr old son with special needs and so finding a babysitter has always been a challenge... But Claudia is so well qualified and knowledgeable, she was absolutely perfect.
She went completely above and beyond, helping me with cooking, helping my daughter with her homework and bringing such a wonderful, positive energy into the house, I couldn't have asked for more!! I feel so lucky to have met her.
We feel very lucky to have Steph in our son’s life.
Our son has been with her for 7 years, and throughout all this time she has always been thoughtful, respectful of my son’s feelings, and creates a safe and happy environment where my son is truly supported and valued.
She balances kindness with gentle guidance, helping my son feel secure while encouraging confidence and good behaviour. It is clear how much care and dedication she puts into what she does every day. We couldn’t recommend her more highly.
My toddler 4 year old and 1 year old love this lady, such a lively environment. They are always coming back smiling, always have wonderful experience with her.
Safiyah looked after my toddler for around a month. Her experience with babies/young toddlers was really evident in how quickly our daughter took to her and how reliable she quickly proved herself to be. As first time parents we learnt a lot from her and she was able to do things that we found tricky, particularly feeding her where she made a huge impact so quickly. She always has excellent ideas to keep baby busy and engaged and did so many things out of her own initiative e.g. preparing her bag before appointments or preparing simple lunches if there wasn't anything pre cooked. All in all we were really lucky to have her.
Jess from the start was brilliant and putting both myself and my little one at ease. Isla-Lilly actively looks forward to spending time there and she has come on leaps and bounds bounds in her confidence thanks to the care show by Jess to adapt activities to her stage of development.
The daily updates via tiney are brilliant and ensure we are updated through the day just like a nursery would. We would highly recommend Jess to anyone looking for a childminder.
Louise has been working with my son for a few weeks. My son is SEND and struggles in a mainstream setting. I spoke to Louise about my concerns and wanting him to pass his maths and English GCSE’s so he can move forward and into a career of his choosing. Louise always feeds back after every session and has an amazing skillset that has enabled my son to produce good quality and quantities of work each session. I am confident with Louise’s support he will easily pass his exams
Jenny is fantastic. She has looked after our son since he was 9 months old and we appreciate how safe and secure he is in her care — it gives us real peace of mind. He always has so much fun with her, and it’s clear that the activities she plans help him learn and grow at the same time. The balance she creates between play, both indoor and outdoor, and learning is exactly what we hoped for. Communication is excellent — we always know how the day has gone, what he has eaten, and any little milestones or moments worth celebrating. Our son has grown in confidence since starting here, and it’s clear that he is cared for with real attention and kindness. I highly recommend!
Our child has attended this setting since the age of one and is now four, and the progress he’s made has been incredible. His confidence, communication, and social skills have all grown so much, thanks to the nurturing and supportive environment.
The setting feels warm and welcoming, with a real family atmosphere. The staff build strong relationships with the children, and our child genuinely enjoys attending. They also organise lovely events throughout the year, helping families feel involved and part of a wider community.
Communication is always clear and consistent, with regular updates through the Tapestry app and parents’ meetings, so you always feel informed about your child’s development. The team are also very understanding and accommodating of individual circumstances, always putting the children first.
We’re so pleased with the care provided and would highly recommend this setting to any parent.
My child absolutely loves going to Sarah's house! It is so nice that I drop my child off to someone who we can all trust and will really look after them, and not just watch them. The amount of care that goes in is admirable. My child has thrived over the last year. Communication and flexibility has been brilliant, and sarah will always work around us which has been so helpful. Would recommend her to anyone that asks! My child started as a baby and she will be leaving as a walking, talking, potty trained little person!
Thank you for being so good with my kids, would recommend to anyone
She’s fantastic with children—kind, attentive, and genuinely caring. She’s also incredibly flexible and often available even at very short notice, which has been a huge help. Communication is excellent too; she’s always clear, responsive, and easy to reach. Highly recommended!