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.
Danielle has worked for us since 9/5/22, looking after our now 3 year old son for 3 days a week and our now 5 year old daughter around school hours on those days. In that time she has become part of the family and we will be so sad to lose her when our son goes to school in September.
We cannot speak highly enough of Danielle, who is the second nanny we've had. Danielle has created a strong and loving bond with our children, both of whom respond to her gentle but firm approach. Danielle has understood the very differing needs of our children and been able to support their development through play, trips around Brighton and attending classes.
Danielle is hugely creative in the games she creates, offers a masterclass in how to survive messy play and seems to somehow cram more into the day than we ever could. We value hugely Danielle's advice as to our children's development and how to approach some of the trickier parenting conundrums.
We lucked out having Danielle as our nanny and have no hesitation in recommending her. We would be happy to provide further information or speak with any potential employers.
Tommel
My son has been with Rehenaz for about a year and he absolutely loves her. Rehenaz is a very warm and caring person and my son really enjoys all the activities they do together.
I am particularly grateful to Rehenaz for being so flexible and always try to accommodate us every time we need to make changes to the hours, this really helped us a lot as we both work full time.
Roberta
Holly has worked as a nanny in our family for almost two years now. We will sadly say good-bye to her in September 2025 as our youngest starts school. She has been fantastic in all respects and we will all miss her.
Holly has primarily looked after our youngest boy from age of 2y, but also did school run with his older siblings, and took them to clubs as necessary.
With our youngest one, Holly has been very resourceful and proactive, taking him to playgroups, libraries, parks and other settings where he can have fun and learn. All her trips are well planned in advance, but she is also flexible and able to adapt to new situations. Holly is very patient with children, and very kind. Holly has been very helpful with potty training and other milestones, and has a very calm approach to any new challenge.
With the older children, Holly has been excellent at finding different activities and ways to engage them, particularly during school holidays. Holly is very organised and safety conscious, and prepared for all trips and outings. I have always felt the children are safe with her. She is aware of schedules and homework and ensures this is done on time. She has also helped with some of the children's homework!
Holly is genuinely interested in children and this can be seen in how she communicates with them and engages with their world.
In the house, when time has allowed, Holly has been very helpful with light housework like keeping the children's books and toys tidy, and laundry. She prepares meals and healthy snacks. She cleans and tidies up after meals, and is generally very hygiene-conscious.
We have taken Holly on holidays abroad with us twice and she has been extremely helpful. She is adaptable, unfussy and takes new situations and settings in her stride. Everyone enjoyed our holidays with Holly.
I wholeheartedly recommend Holly as a nanny and wish her the very best for the future.
Katarina
Simone has looked after both of our children for over 5 years, from the age of one all the way through to school pick ups and holidays. We cannot recommend Simone highly enough. If you are looking for a childminder in the Beckenham area, look no further. She has looked after our children like part of her family and she is now part of ours. She has a huge heart, she cares, she is incredibly reliable, flexible, helpful, and genuinely wants to support the children in their development milestones, eating, sleeping, everything that all parents care about, she's on hand to help! Her home is a warm welcome, the garden is fabulous, she takes the children to great activities, they are very well looked after and have made wonderful friends there. I would have no hesitation in recommending Simone to any families wanting a kind and caring childminder.
Chloe was fantastic and my kids really enjoyed their time with her. She was able to help us out at last the minute due to unexpected shift changes and was professional and warm. She managed to cope well with an anxious child and they are already asking when she is going to come back again.
I honestly didn’t know where to begin… Anita from Kids Glo Childminding Services has been an absolute blessing. She is not just a childminder—she goes above and beyond to truly understand and meet my baby’s needs.
Before finding Anita, I had been turned away by two different childminders—both of whom claimed to have experience with babies. One only lasted two days before giving up, and the other refused after just speaking with me. As heartbreaking as that was, I appreciated their honesty, because it would have been even more painful to know that my child wasn’t being properly cared for.
At just 9 months old, my baby wouldn’t take a bottle, had difficulty feeding, and struggled with sleep. When I first contacted Anita, I honestly didn’t think she’d be able to manage. I hadn’t even fully explained my baby’s needs—but she instantly reassured me. She told me it was normal for babies to cry and be fussy, and in that moment, I felt a weight lift off my shoulders. For the first time, I didn’t feel like it was my fault that my baby was so difficult to care for.
Anita took the time and patience to truly connect with my child. During the settling-in period, she gave one-on-one attention, learning my baby’s cues, preferences, and routines. Slowly but surely, my baby transformed—from crying constantly, refusing food and sleep, to eating calmly, sleeping better, and smiling more.
Thanks to Anita, I’ve been able to return to work full-time—something I never thought would be possible. My baby is now happy, settled, and thriving in her care.
Anita is gentle, kind, and incredibly communicative. She keeps you updated throughout the day, and when you pick up your child, she always shares a thoughtful update. Now, every time I go to pick up my baby, I’m greeted with laughter and play. The difference is truly incredible.
I wholeheartedly recommend Kids Glo Childminding Services to any parent—especially if you have a fussy baby like mine. Speak to Anita. She has a gift, and I’m beyond grateful we found her.
Andreia
If you are looking for a Nanny or a babysitter, Keren is the best person to get in touch with. Keren took care of our 8 month old son for a month, 3 days a week. Out son was at his peak separation anxiety and teething phase and the manner in which she took care of him was excellent! She has the experience to handle babies - she has a calming presence, knowledge of how to feed and keep the baby clean. She would take our son out for an hour everyday and now he enjoys being outdoors thanks to her!
With our full time job, my partner and I were able to completely focus on our work without any interruption or issues because of Keren.
If you are looking for someone who is kind, efficient, knowledgeable, friendly, and experienced - Keren is the perfect choice.
Thank you very much for everything and best wishes!
Immi has been babysitting for us for approximately 6 months, looking after our 2 year old during both days and in the evenings. She is always upbeat and positive with her, whilst also good at responding to her emotional state when needed. Our little girl is happy to stay and play with Immi, to be put to bed by her and looks forward to her visits. Immi is really quick to respond, proactive and we feel very safe leaving our child with her. We highly recommend her.
We visited Salma's play house for viewing and our son felt so comfortable with her, that we signed up right away. Our son loves to go to Salma's and is so overexcited at the end of his session. He is learning, getting confidence and interacting with his friends. Salma writes daily feedback and send us photos, so we know exactly how his day is.
Nanny Jane looked after my 4.5 month old while I was working at Snape Maltings. Great communication in advance, lots of caring questions asked, and thoughtful, reassuring answers to my questions. I was nervous booking someone via website reviews but my mind was put at ease immediately and I am wholeheartedly recommend. Jane turned up at our airbnb with a bag of toys and lots of songs. My LO had the best time. Thank you, so much Jane.
Maryam and her team made my daughter feel so happy. She always came back smiling, and I never felt worried while she was with Maryam, I knew she was having plenty of fun. I’m certain my daughter won’t be leaving until she starts primary school. It’s like her second home, which is lovely.
Maryam is incredibly flexible with days and hours, she’s truly a godsend. I would 100% recommend her. Your child will be as happy as ever in her care! 😊
Charmaine has been working with all three of my children since January, two of whom are high-functioning autistic and have faced challenges with their schoolwork. The progress they have made under her guidance has been remarkable. Thanks to Charmaine’s dedication, patience, and tailored approach, they have significantly caught up with their peers. Her support has made a meaningful difference in their academic journey, and I highly recommend her as a personal tutor.
Thank you Charmaine 😊
Our family are sadly coming to the end of 6 years with Simone. We feel incredibly lucky that we found her all those years ago and both our children have been able to stay with her until starting school. Sadly, we don’t live close enough to continue with wraparound school care, otherwise we most certainly would.
Simone has given both our children a home from home childcare experience which was the main thing we wanted when we first looking for childcare. She loves the children in her care like they are her own extended family. The days with Simone are always varied with visits to playgrounds or music groups, local parks or day trips out in the school holidays. Simone has a huge range of toys for the children, particularly in her gorgeous garden. She is always looking for new things to get to develop her large collection of toys and activities. Simone makes lovely home cooked meals and encourages the children to explore different foods and flavours.
Going back to work after having children was never going to be easy, but knowing they were with Simone made it easier. Collecting my daughter at the end of the day and hearing her say ‘can I stay a bit longer mummy?’ is a huge credit to Simone and the loving environment she creates in her setting. The children all become good friends and love spending time together.
We can’t thank Simone enough for everything. She’s been such a valued, reliable and constant person in both us and our children, and for that we are so grateful. It will be a sad day in July when we have to say our goodbyes - the end of a wonderful Simone era for our family.
Sarah K
Happy hearts home is the most wonderful childcare setting. My little boy had been here for almost 1 year now and I can’t fault them!
From the start, I felt reassured and that I could trust Sonata straight away. My little boy was instantly happy and comfortable, which made my decision an easy one. He settled straight away and loves all of the amazing enrichment they are offered! We get updates from an app which puts my mind at ease always. Everything from the toys, activities and food is just 10/10.
Communication is so clear and the care and support that goes into the child feels 100% genuine. I would recommend Happy Hearts Home to anyone, if your child is lucky enough to go to this setting, they will be a happy one.
Maria has been a lovely nanny for our children at the age of 9 months and 6 years when she started. She is very reliable and safety minded. She is kind and loving and always joins with a smile. Her experience with babies was obvious from the beginning. She also did weaning and batch cooking for us. She is well organised and good with reporting when the children have activities or were ill. She is always ready with a helping hand for the whole family. She also has a good sense of humour! The children like her and they obviously feel comfortable around her. Maria also likes to organise housekeeping and could easily be given all kind of responsibilities from arranging the haircut of the children or their doctors appointments, collecting their prescription medicines. She is open minded regarding the routines of each family and how the family wish things to be done in the household. She is has an excellent record of always arriving on time and showing up even when she was feeling unwell!
