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.
We joined Michelle in the spring last year, and I’m so happy that we are now continuing with her for another year, 2026–2027.
From the very beginning, she has been incredibly kind, caring, patient and understanding. She has such a lovely, warm nature, and I genuinely couldn’t ask for anyone better to look after my son.
The most important thing for me is seeing how happy he is when he goes there. He goes willingly and with a smile, and he absolutely loves spending time with her. Knowing that he feels safe, comfortable and happy in her care gives me such peace of mind.
She is also very flexible, reliable and easy to communicate with, which I really appreciate. She gives him lots of attention and creates a lovely environment where he can play, learn and develop.
The location is fantastic and very convenient for us too, but what matters most is the kindness and care she gives him.
I would highly recommend her to any parent looking for a caring, trustworthy, flexible and genuinely lovely childminder. We feel very lucky to have found her and are really happy to be continuing with her for another year. ❤️
We honestly couldn’t recommend Vicky enough. ❤️
Our journey with Vicky started back in 2022 when Albert joined her, and now, in 2026, our youngest son Arthur has also finished his time with her. It really is the end of such a special chapter for our family, and we feel so lucky that both of our boys have had the opportunity to grow up in such a loving, caring and nurturing environment.
Vicky is truly amazing at what she does. She is so family-orientated and has a wonderful way of making every child feel welcome, loved and special. It never feels like you are simply leaving your child at nursery or with a childminder — it feels like you are becoming part of a little family that grows together over the years. ❤️
It’s all the little touches that make such a huge difference. From making every child’s birthday feel so special and making sure they are all celebrated, to going above and beyond at Easter, Christmas, having Santa visit and creating so many magical memories for the children. These are the things that they will remember, and as parents, we will always be so grateful for.
Both Albert and Arthur have been so loved and cared for, and knowing they were happy, safe and so well looked after meant the absolute world to us.
Thank you, Vicky & The team for everything you have done for both of our boys and for all the memories you have given them. You really are one of a kind, and you will always hold such a special place in our family’s hearts. ❤️
Thank you for everything. 🥹❤️
I feel incredibly grateful to have found Mariela. Despite my daughter's additional needs, she has been nothing short of wonderful dedicating her full attention and caring for her with remarkable compassion. She also took excellent care of my older daughter, making sure both girls felt safe, loved, and valued. Both of my daughters adore her and eagerly anticipate the upcoming school holidays so they can spend more time with her again. Mariela is a person with a big heart and an exceptional level of professionalism; her dedication and genuine kindness have truly touched my family. I am honoured to know her.
I want to express how beneficial it has been for my daughter being looked after by Joyce at Happy Child Childminder.
My daughter started attending just after she turned 1, and she has grown so much and exceeded so many milestones by growing with Joyce. We have been driving from Liverpool to Manchester for more than 2 years to have our daughter in a safe and healthy setting . Every mile and trip has been worth it . If Joyce was a school teacher, we would still have our daughter attending here. Joyce has always had her best interest at heart
We sent our little boy to Megan after being in a nursery setting and we had no regrets. From day one, Megan made us and our little boy feel happy and comfortable. He was always so happy to go to Megan and would never want to leave when we would pick him up. Megan provides an excellent setting and is continually changing activities to fit with the children’s interests. We cannot wait to send our next little one when he is ready!
Emma and Alex are both amazing, our son was with them over a year and absolutely adored the time he was there and he has devolved so much whilst being at the setting and we can only put it down to their amazing work. We couldn’t recommend them more even so that my step brother son now attends their setting.
Joe
Shamim truly provides an exceptional service. It was a home away from home experience for my son, who was with Shamim for a year. He absolutely adores her, and remembers her so fondly even today (he’s now starting his second year at school).
When my son started with Shamim my aim was for it to ease his transition into school, especially because his speech wasn't where it was supposed to be. His development came such a long way with Shamim, not only was he a little chatterbox when he left but he was full of confidence! He learnt so much with Shamim & it really carried through, to the point where he was really unbothered in starting school. Shamim not only has an entire setting at home, providing the children with endless comfort. She takes the children to various playgroups & trips - which really helps develop the children’s knowledge, social skills and confidence.
My Child was my first & had never really been away from me, so sending him anywhere was a big step for both of us. Shamim became family for both of us in a short period of time, and I didn't have the slightest worry in the world. Children are the biggest blessing & as parents we only want the best for them - thats why I cant recommend Shamim enough ! All the children (& parents) cant live without her once they start & that speaks for itself!
When we moved to the area three years ago and began looking for childcare for our two children, we were nervous about using a childminder. With no spaces available in the local nurseries we liked, we decided to explore childminding instead - and we are so glad we did.
From the very first day we met Diane, we knew she was the right person to care for our children. Our eldest was in school, and our youngest was with her full‑time. Both children formed a wonderful bond with Diane, and with our youngest being Autistic, finding someone we could trust completely was incredibly important - and incredibly rare.
Now that both children are in school, we no longer need childcare, but we will always be grateful for everything Diane has done for our family and for the connection she built with our children. Our youngest still gets excited when he sees her in the school playground each morning and frequently asks if he’s going to DiDi’s house.
If you live in the area and need a childminder, Diane is AMAZING. She teaches them, she feeds them healthy meals, and most importantly, she creates a bond with them that they will never forget.
Thank you for everything you’ve done for us, Diane.
Karen has been looking after our daughter for 4 years. Her flexibility, kindness, constant good mood and sweet smile are priceless. Karen does lots of crafts and messy play with kids and these are designed around weather seasons, special days and holidays. She spends lots of time outside and in kids clubs so her children are well entertained and in other children company. Her hubby and own daughters were no strangers either and Karen has amazing family and superb experience to look after little ones. We can’t thank her enough for all she’s done for our daughter and us in the past 4 years. Thank you
Zuzanka
Kellie was the first childminder we had for our then 13 month old when I was returning to work. Finding someone to look after your child felt daunting. We had seen many others and none of them quite fit. But the moment we met Kellie there was an instant connection with our little girl, who gladly allowed Kellie to hold her. That was a sign of things to come as throughout her time with Kellie they built up the most amazing bond with Kellie and her lovely family. Our daughter felt very at home at Kellie's place, she would never cry at drop offs and would even wave us off with a hug, blow kisses and try and push out the door so she can get on with all the fun Miss Kellie had planned.
Kellie is warm, kind and great with kids - she gave our daughter lots of attention and we noticed our daughter developed very well even in the few months she was there.
Kellie is very nurturing and her setting is like a toddler's disneyland. She has a playroom with lots of toys and books for children to learn through play, as well as a big garden where there are water play, a wendy house and other toys. In the first week she taught my daughter the "moo" sound using the model cow toy. She also takes the kids out on fun activities, to the park, playgroup, the farm and on one occasion they went to a fire station and got to sit in a real fire engine!
Kellie would send daily pictures to give us updates on how our little girl was doing as well as updates on what she had eaten, which we found really helpful.
I highly recommend Kellie if you're looking for a childminder. The only reason we left is that our daughter's space was always a temporary short term place as Kellie had been booked up from September with another family before we joined. Otherwise we'd still be there today!
Ruby was very professional and understood the help and services I needed exactly for my son She is very professional and qualified to provide support to SEN children , especially where kids need the encouragement and psychological support . She immediately establishes a rapport with the child and with her communication and other strategies helps them achieve their objectives and goals . She is highly passionate about her work and ensured she used the best strategies for my son . I would highly recommend Ruby for her services especially with respect to SEN children.
Rebecca and Chloe are the best childminders for your children, without a doubt. It’s the safest, kind and caring environment my little girl could have ever been. My little girl started going when she was 1 year and 8 months- after months of being unsettled at a private nursery, I was unsure what to do. I went to see Rebecca, we had a chat, we looked around and the space for the children was so interactive with everything they need, lots and lots of toys, a space outside, safety measures, the whole lot! She went for a few settling in sessions, and ever since then- has been 3 times a week. My daughter has experienced kindest, warmth and affection, whilst doing the things she enjoys the most, Rebecca and Chloe cater for every child’s needs and my daughter has grown and developed so much thanks to them. Every week something different is planned, whether that’s picnics, the farm, the park, softplay or crafts in the house. My little girl wouldn’t be ready for big girl nursery if it wasn’t for Rebecca and Chloe. I cannot thank them enough, please choose them if you ever consider a childminder, I promise you won’t regret it- it will be the best choice you will make.
My little girl will miss them so much! And so will I❤️ xxx
It’s clear our son has such a great time with Eb, as he still asks when he’s going back to see her! She’s brilliant with the school pickups and provides a clean, nurturing environment along with delicious after-school meals. She is genuinely kind with the kids, and I don't know how she does it, but somehow they're still learning during playtime! She supports them with their homework, takes them to the library, and we’ve seen a significant improvement in his academics—especially in English and Maths—thanks to her care. All of this at a very fair rate. I would 100% recommend Eb to any parent!
An Outstanding and Caring Childminder Highly Recommended
We feel incredibly lucky to have found Durrey and would highly recommend her to any parent looking for a caring, passionate and dedicated childcare setting.
My son Rehmat started with Durrey just after turning three. At the time, he had a language barrier as English was his second language and, at home, he mainly spoke his mother tongue. Rehmat is also a naturally quiet and reserved child, so we were a little unsure about how he would settle and develop his confidence.
From the very beginning, Durrey went above and beyond to support him. She provided a wide range of fun and engaging activities, including English singing, stories, creative activities and arts and crafts. She also incorporated learning through play and carefully covered all seven areas of learning within the EYFS. She gave Rehmat one-to-one support whenever he needed it and always took the time to understand his individual needs.
One of the things that meant so much to us as a family was how thoughtful Durrey was with his meals. Rehmat enjoys traditional home cooked food, and Durrey would kindly prepare food separately for him to make sure he was comfortable, happy and eating well. She always made sure his individual needs were looked after with such care.
The progress Rehmat has made has been amazing. His confidence has grown so much and he now speaks English confidently at home. He can write his own name, give meaning to his mark-making in full sentences, and has developed a strong knowledge and understanding of the world. He is also very confident with numbers and is beginning to learn phonetic sounds and read some words.
These achievements are a reflection of the time, patience, encouragement and dedication Durrey gives to every child. She is incredibly passionate and caring and genuinely goes above and beyond to help children learn, develop and feel valued.
We are so grateful for everything she has done for Rehmat and for the positive start she has given him. We truly feel that we were very lucky to find her.
Thank you, Durrey, for all your hard work, kindness and dedication. You have made such a wonderful difference to Rehmat. ❤️
Monica
"We are so grateful to have found such a wonderful childminder for our 2-year-old. Leaving your child with someone can be hard, but from day one, we felt completely safe—it almost feels like dropping them off with a caring doctor who pays attention to every little detail.The environment is always exceptionally clean, organized, and safe. The childminder is incredibly supportive, patient, and attentive to our child's daily needs and development. Our little one is always happy to go and comes home with a big smile. We truly appreciate the dedication, warmth, and high standards of care provided here. Highly recommended to any parent looking for peace of mind!"
Tanisha looked after my two boys (4 and 8 years old) every evening for 8 days when my husband was away, she helped with the evening routine for 2 hours each day. She engaged with my kids, played and read books to them. She is very calm and kind and the kids really liked her and were looking forward to seeing her in the next evening. Additionally she took care of my youngest for half a day when he was sick and I still needed to work (from home). She is punctual and polite. I will definitely contact her again in the future when we require ad hoc babysitting.
Deborah
My son has spent the last year at Gaby and he has loved every single day there. He runs inside without looking back and is excited about everything they do together. Gaby has made sure to create a beautiful setting that feels welcoming, safe and encouraging for young and growing minds. Her family-style, homemade meals have been a highlight and she makes sure to incorporate the childrens likes into the meals as well as introducing new and traditional flavours. I have loved that he has been exposed to different languages and cultures while learning about a vast array of topics. Everyday there are new and exciting (as well as developmentally appropriate) activities and themes to explore. My son was initially nervous and resistant to change but her calm and nurturing support have helped to protect his individuality and grow his confidence into a fun and vibrant young person ready for reception. Gaby was always open and clear with her communication as well as extremely understanding and professional. We have loved our year with her and I'm so glad to return with my second next year. Thank you!
We couldn’t recommend Sacha highly enough. She cared for our daughter full time from the age of one until she was four, including preschool wrap-around care for a year.
Sacha is caring, creative and passionate about giving the children in her care the very best start. She puts so much thought and energy into everything she does, always ensuring that the children are happy, engaged, learning and, most importantly, well cared for.
Our daughter absolutely thrived with Sacha and genuinely loved going to the setting every day. She made so many wonderful memories and developed in confidence, independence and readiness for school. She has developed strong friendships with the other children that extend beyond the setting.
As first-time parents, her experience, advice, guidance and reassurance have been invaluable. She has been a trusted listening ear through every stage of our daughter’s development and has always been professional, approachable and incredibly supportive.