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.
As a single mom of two working full time, finding someone I can trust to care for my children has always been a top priority. Becky and Rhys have been an incredible support system over the years—having looked after my eldest and now continuing to care for my youngest.
Their communication is always clear and consistent, which gives me so much peace of mind. They’re also incredibly flexible and accommodating, which is a huge help when juggling work and parenting. Most importantly, they’re reliable and genuinely care for the children they look after.
My daughter enjoys her time there - she’s made lovely friends at the setting and always comes home happy and full of stories.
It’s such a comfort knowing she’s in a safe, caring environment where she feels settled and included.
I’m so grateful for the positive and nurturing environment they provide, and I couldn’t recommend them more highly to any parent in need of childcare support.
virgomum
I can’t begin to say how warm and welcoming they were to my boys.
They were a bit apprehensive on starting nursery, having no experience before. Little did they know they had the comfort of Nav, with very regular daily updates and trips to the park my boys are always very happy. They always come back with all sorts of arts and crafts and cards, they also work on cognitive skills. I can notice their speech and confidence improving since joining. I would also like to add that Nav is very flexible for people who work shift patterns as long as there’s enough notice she is able to work with you.
100% recommend this is a lovely, safe and happy place for all children!
We are so lucky to have found Pippa to look after our daughter and son. The kids are always eager to go to Pippa’s house, which says it all really! She provides a really warm, loving home from home experience for the children. She plans a range of enriching experiences and activities, catering to the individual child’s interests and needs, and the days are full of fun. Pippa’s energy never fails to amaze me! Communication is always excellent, and I know our children are well looked after, safe and loved whenever I drop them off at her front door.
Bulmans
Our little one started at little bears after having a difficult experience with another childminder. I was immediately at ease with Clare and she settled right in. Little bears is truly a home away from home for little ones. They treat them like their own and my little one came home every day happy and telling me stories of their adventures. They are always playing outside in nature and Clare’s knowledge of child development really shines through. Our little one has learnt so much in her time there. We have only left due to our daughter starting big school, I could honestly say if I could keep her at little bears forever I would!
I couldn’t recommend little bears enough, they have been the most incredible childminders and made us feel so at ease leaving our child in their care.
Our son has been with Julie for almost three years and we have been so happy with his time in her care. Julie provides a safe, calm, happy, and loving environment - a real home from home. The children have a lovely mix of play activities at her home combined with trips to local parks, libraries, toddler groups and garden time. Our son who started off as shy has developed in to a sociable, confident and chatty little boy. He is also really sociable, which I credit to his time with Julie and the strong friendships he developed with the other children. Julie also has a magic touch and has supported us with any wobbles along the way such as potty training. She is so experienced and nothing phases her! Alongside this, Julie is just a lovely, warm person to work with and she has been so supportive of us as a family when we've needed her. She is also very reliable and we love the photos and updates on Baby's Days.
There were tears from me on our last day and we can't recommend her enough.
Our now 3.5 year old has been with Charlie from 10 months. We looked at both nurseries and childminders in our search for childcare but immediately upon meeting Charlie knew she was the right choice for our family.
Charlie is warm, enthusiastic and has such a natural way with children….our daughter warmed to her immediately and continues to love everyday she spends at Charlie’s house.
Spending time with other childminders and their children, our daughter is extremely social and confident whilst also benefitting from the home-from-home comfortable familiarity that only a childminder can offer.
As well as daily updates provided by Charlie, we learn all about the developmentally-focussed and different fun activities she does daily when she gets home…and what home-cooked meal was on offer!!
Whitney and her Mum provide a caring, fun and thoughtful setting close to lots of local amenities for the children to enjoy. They communicate frequently and value family flexibility and support.
Our daughter joined at 10 months and has loved her time there. She enjoys trips to forest school, playgroup, picnics and the occasional lunch at Nando’s :)… although the delicious home cooked meals are not to be missed. When not on trips there are plenty of stimulating activities to be enjoyed in the lovely setting itself.
Although our original plan was to send our daughter to nursery we are delighted to have found Haven House. It turned out to be the better choice for us and our circumstances.
We cannot recommend Haven House enough.
Amy
I cannot recommend Little Squiggles Childcare enough, and especially the incredible childminder - Esme. From the moment my daughter started attending at just 6 months old, we have felt nothing but confidence and gratitude for the care and nurturing environment provided. Now, at 6 years old, our daughter has still be attending during school holidays. She thrived under Esme’s guidance, growing into a confident, curious, and happy little girl.
Esme at Little Squiggles truly goes above and beyond. She has been a constant source of warmth, kindness, and encouragement. Every day, our daughter looks forward to her time there, and it’s clear that she’s not just cared for, but deeply valued. The communication between us has always been excellent — we received detailed updates on our daughter’s progress, activities, and milestones, which gives us peace of mind and ensures we’re always in the loop.
The activities and learning opportunities provided at Little Squiggles have been fantastic. From arts and crafts to outdoor adventures, Esme really knows how to balance fun with educational moments. Our daughter has learned so much, and it's been wonderful to see how much she’s enjoyed every aspect of her time there.
It’s hard to put into words how much we appreciate all the love and care our daughter has received. Little Squiggles has been a huge part of her childhood, and we are so thankful for the positive impact Esme had on her development.
As an Early Years Practitioner myself in a mainstream Primary School, I have always 100% trusted Esme with my beautiful girl.
If you're looking for a safe, nurturing, and enriching environment for your child, Little Squiggles is absolutely the place to be!
I would like to wholeheartedly recommend Maria as a private tutor. She has been working with our 8-year-old son, who is on the autism spectrum, for the past five months, and the progress we have seen in that time has been truly remarkable.
When Maria began working with our son, he faced significant challenges in phonetics, reading, comprehension, and writing. Since then, we have noticed consistent and meaningful improvements in all areas of his learning, as well as a growing sense of confidence and self-esteem.
Maria is an exceptional tutor—always punctual, thoroughly prepared, and deeply committed to her work. Her kind, calm, and positive attitude has made a significant impact. She uses a variety of effective techniques to keep our son engaged and motivated. It's clear that she has extensive experience working with children with Special Educational Needs (SEN), and her approach is both professional and compassionate.
Beyond the tutoring sessions, Maria has also provided us with invaluable guidance and support. She has shared practical advice on how to navigate school systems, work with SENCOs, address behavioural challenges, and even consider school changes when necessary. Her insights have empowered us to better advocate for our son and support his needs at home and at school.
We are truly grateful for Maria’s dedication and expertise. She has made a lasting impact on our son’s learning journey, and we recommend her without reservation to any family seeking a skilled and caring SEN tutor.
I honestly can't recommend Rhys and Becky highly enough. They’ve been absolutely amazing with looking after my daughter. From the very beginning almost two years ago since she started with them, they've made her feel so welcome and comfortable, and it’s been such a relief knowing she's in such caring and capable hands.
Elsie loves spending time with them, it's clear how much she enjoys her days there, and it’s lovely to see her so happy and settled. Rhys and Becky always create a fun, safe, and nurturing environment, and I really appreciate how they encourage her development and support her individual needs.
As a single parent who works shifts, I can't thank them enough for their flexibility and understanding. They’ve been so accommodating with my changing schedule, which has taken a huge weight off my shoulders. It’s hard to find childminders who are not only brilliant with children but also so reliable and supportive.
Thank you, Rhys and Becky, for everything you do for Elsie, you're truly a big part of her life, and I’m so grateful for the care and love you give her.
Ria55
My daughter has been with Pippa for 18 months and I feel so incredibly lucky to have found her. She truly goes above and beyond for the children in her care, my daughter has thrived and is always so happy to arrive at Pippa’s house. Every day is different with many amazing outings to museums, farms, playgroups, soft play, picnics and many others. Plus so many wonderful activities at home that are imaginative and fun. I love how much variety there is every day and the exciting adventures they go on. She’s truly one in a million and your children will be in the best possible care if they are lucky enough to land at Pippa’s.
It was a short notice and I wanted someone very understanding and professional to support me. Arden was a godsend! My son Mithran loved being with her. Especially being new to this place and having someone trustworthy whom you can lean on, is truly a blessing in disguise! Arden engaged my son in the activities as per his interest. Observed him carefully and even suggested the right activities and books to nurture him. A young and passionate nanny I have ever met! She is quick, thoughtful, very friendly and most importantly compassionate!
Gemma was amazing with our newborn, I don't know how she did it but on the nights with our baby she rarely would wake up more than once. Her experience and character are very reassuring to trust her with your baby so you can get a restful night's sleep. I hope she is available for baby number 2.
The biggest factor for me in recommending Charlotte is how confident she reassured I've felt when leaving my children with her.
Charlotte has cared for my son up until he attended school and cares for my one year old daughter currently. Both children love Charlotte and love the setting. They leave home happy to go and come back happy each day, which is everything to me.
Charlotte is amazing with the children in the setting and the routine is made up of a great balance of play and learning. The children all socialise with local play groups, and go on regular trips to places of interest.
Communication is fantastic and Charlotte is wonderful at teaching the children essential skills and assisting with elements such as potty training.
I feel completely confident leaving my children in Charlotte's care and can trust they will receive the best levels of care. I have absolutely no hesitation in recommending Charlotte and Lily Lous childcare to future parents
Lexi looked after our 21 month old during my sister’s wedding. From my initial message Lexi was great. She spoke to me over the phone to find out our needs and then even visited our air bnb the day before the wedding to meet my son just to make sure he was familiar with her at the wedding. She was wonderful at keeping our son entertained through the wedding breakfast and she kindly stayed up in our room with him through the evening function whilst he slept.
I can’t fault Lexi no request was too much she really was a super star and has a brilliant way with children!
Rebecca
Tina helped us with our new born and this was the best decision we could have made for our little one and for ourselves. Being first time parents, we were quite nervous and Tina helped us throughout her time with us. She was very friendly, very caring, punctual and very clear with communication. Very approachable and whenever we had any questions, we would just reach out to her even if she was not around. I would definitely recommend her if someone is looking for a maternity nurse.
Tarin is very good at communication and keeps sending updates in general. She looks after the little one really well and she is flexible, which is exactly what we need.
