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.
Choosing childcare felt like such a huge decision for us as our son started with Louise from just 9 months old, and I remember finding it really hard leaving him in those early days.
From the very beginning he settled so quickly and it was obvious how loved, safe and cared for all the children are. Louise genuinely treats every child as an individual and you can tell how much she cares. Our son can be a bit fussy with food and she has always been so accommodating and patient with him which we’ve really appreciated.
Her setting feels like a real home away from home and every day he comes home happy and content. We absolutely love getting the updates and photos during the day too. It makes such a difference seeing what he’s been up to and knowing he’s having such a lovely time.
One thing that’s really stood out to us is the effort she puts into planning activities. She always comes up with such lovely, creative ideas and there’s so much thought behind everything she does. It’s not just keeping the children busy, everything feels really engaging and educational while still being fun. We love seeing all the different things they get up to and it’s been so lovely watching our son learn, explore and experience things we probably wouldn’t even think to do at home.
She’s also been such a great source of support and advice as a first time mum. Louise has so much experience and knowledge and I’ve genuinely learnt so much from her. Whether it’s little suggestions, reassurance or sharing what works well, she always does it in such a supportive and caring way and it honestly feels like she’s in your corner.
What’s been especially lovely to see is how much he’s come on since being there. His confidence has grown so much and it’s clear he feels secure and happy in her care. You can tell Louise puts so much thought and effort into creating a really special environment for the children and it never feels like “just childcare”.
She has made going back to work so much easier because I never spend the day worrying. Instead, I know he’s being cuddled, encouraged, looked after and having fun.
As a mum there is nothing more valuable than feeling completely comfortable leaving your child somewhere and that’s exactly how we feel. We know he is in the safest hands and that peace of mind means everything. We genuinely feel so lucky to have found Louise and her assistants. Finding childcare like this feels rare and we’re grateful every day that we chose her.
Steffie looked after Lidia from the age of 13 to 19 months. During this period, both my partner and I were working from home most of the time, and this stage coincided with what is often a peak period for attachment. Any parent can imagine the challenges that this can bring.
Steffie joined our family with an open mind and consistently went the extra mile to do what was best for Lidia while respecting and supporting our parenting approach. She showed great flexibility and understanding, always working with us rather than imposing a one-size-fits-all solution.
As we do not have family in Edinburgh, Lidia had very little experience being cared for by others. Nevertheless, Steffie managed to build a wonderful relationship with her, and Lidia was always genuinely happy to see her in the mornings.
We are temporarily moving abroad, which means Steffie will not be looking after Lidia for a while. However, we very much hope that we will be able to work with her again when we return.
What I appreciated most about Steffie is her recognition that there is no universally "right" approach to caring for babies. Instead, she understands (and puts into practice) that good childcare is something that develops over time through getting to know the individual child, understanding their specific needs, and working closely with parents. This thoughtful and collaborative attitude has made her an invaluable part of our family, and I would strongly recommend her.
Alessia
Roisin is great and my 2 kids love her. They enjoy spending time with her, her daughters and her dogs! Roisin is also very accommodating whenever some kind of change is needed, for example around extracurricular activities. We have known her for three years now and there has never been a situation in which she has fallen short of amazing. Also, whenever they are off school, the kids get to visit all sorts of local interesting spots.
Karyn looks after our toddler a few days a week for the last few months and she is really great with her and so professional. She is kind, compassionate and caring and as first time parents she gave us some good tips that help the development of our little one. She is trustworthy and flexible - we recommend for any family needing someone for their little ones!
Moyo
Our daughter has been with Showmiya for alnost 3 months now, and we couldn't be happier with how things have gone.
From the very beginning, our daughter settled far more quickly than we ever expected. She has always been very attached to myself, her father and grandmother, so I was naturally quite anxious about how she would cope being away from us. To our surprise, she settled within just a few days and now genuinely looks forward to going each morning.
One of the things we love most is how warm and homely the setting feels. Having both Showmiya and Umama there creates a real family atmosphere, and I think that has played a huge part in helping her feel so comfortable and secure. It feels much more like an extension of home than a childcare setting, which has been wonderful for both my daughter and us as parents.
The bond she has formed with Showmiya and Umama has been lovely to see. She talks about them at home, is always excited to see them, and has clearly developed a strong sense of trust and security in their care.
We've seen her confidence and independence continue to grow since starting. She's learning new things all the time, her language is developing even further, and she's becoming more willing to do things for herself. We also love hearing about the activities she takes part in during the day.
One thing that has been particularly lovely this summer is seeing how much she has enjoyed the gardening activities. She comes home excitedly talking about the fruit and vegetables they are growing and loves spending time outside in the garden.
Most importantly, we have complete confidence in Showmiyas care. It's obvious how much she genuinely cares about the children and works hard to make sure they are happy, safe, and well looked after. As a parent, there is nothing more reassuring than knowing your child is somewhere they feel loved, secure, and excited to be.
We feel very fortunate to have found Showmiya and Umama and would happily recommend her to other families.
Rachel is truly brilliant. She has looked after all three of our children and she has been nothing short of exceptional, particularly with our youngest who is with Rachel four days a week. Rachel takes the children out most days, in all weathers, and the progress in our youngest child’s speech and physical development has soared through the plethora of activities and outings Rachel takes her on. Before meeting Rachel, my husband and I were wary to use a childminder after an awful experience with one we had previously used but Rachel was very understanding, offering reassurance and regular updates and she has treated our children like an extension of her own family. Rachel really engages with all the children in her care and it’s abundantly clear how much the children enjoy being in her company. We greatly value Rachel and her gentle and nurturing approach to looking after our children and she really is nothing short of outstanding.
Heather
My daughter has stayed overnight at Montessori Genius several times, and the experience has always been fantastic. She feels safe, happy, and comfortable, and I have complete peace of mind knowing she is being cared for by such kind and professional people. The setting is nurturing, communication is excellent, and my daughter always comes home smiling. I highly recommend Montessori Genius for overnight childcare.
My daughter has been going to Lisa for nearly 2 years now.
She started when she was 10 months old.
We couldn’t be happier with the care our daughter has received. Lisa has been absolutely amazing since day one. She is kind, reliable, and genuinely caring in everything she does. She has created such a safe, welcoming, and fun environment that our daughter has truly thrived in.
It’s clear how much thought and effort goes into each day, from engaging activities to supporting our daughter’s development and confidence. Communication has always been excellent, and we’ve felt completely at ease knowing she is in such capable hands.
We feel very lucky to have found someone so trustworthy and nurturing, and we would wholeheartedly recommend her to any parent looking for outstanding childcare.
Shamima has been a fantastic childminder for my son. She understands his special needs very well and provides excellent care and support. My son has settled in wonderfully, gets along well with her children and the other children in her care, and is always happy to attend. I would highly recommend her.
We have used Claire before but not anymore due to the schedule. Just seen Claire appeared on the search so thought I could drop her a review 😉
Its the best childcare that we ever had and we have been struggling without her. Hope that she would do this job longer so we might be able to use her service in the future 🙏 Thanks Claire
Jezebel
Firstly, she made up all the skills and qualifications that she’s got and might have used AI to write it and make it like she’s got 20 years experience or so to charge parents so much. PLEASE PARENTS, look carefully and do more research on other providers. I did find mine going down the list even though they don’t have “fake” reviews, they really know what they’re doing.
You will notice she will use AI again to answer all your queries. Is it that hard to write herself?
Secondly, she used her phone a lot when she’s on her childcare shift. She’s constantly on the phone thats what my baby confessed to me. I only found out as she forgot to do some of my tasks for me due to the babysitter on the phone and LEFT HER ALONE!
She doesn’t do anything to help with the kid either help her study, read or do any activities. She left her with it and BE ON HER PHONE. She even brought her laptop to our house!!! What’s on earth?!?!? Well, she did ask for my wifi password as one of very first questions. I should have realised the red flag.
She’s also very dirty and messy as well. She never takes her shoes off when going to people’s house. Is that normal?
I wrote on here to warn other parents and hopefully nobody would fall into my position.
I know she would reply that she never have any interaction or provide any childcare service to me but she does know what she has done and who I am. She just hopes nobody will mind that.
Stay clear people!!
Jezebel
We have used Lindsey for around 4 years in the East Ayrshire Area for babysitting, including 3 nights overnight at our wedding. Amazing with ours and other family children who were staying with us, took children out and about to local attractions.
Also has spent time weekly with My ASN 4 year old, over a year working on Communication, language, helping us with visuals. It has made such a difference before going to school. Could not say enough good things, punctual, good communication and very flexible.
I had a great experience with Bridie. She was very attentive and caught on to our child’s needs immediately. She managed dinner and the bedtime routine perfectly, ensuring my 21-month-old was safe and settled. I’ll definitely be using her services again and would recommend her to others
Jess
Caterina is the most important member of the family . She had been with us for 7 years, of which 6 full time and 1 part-time now that the kids go to school. She has been a responsible and reliable and very loving nanny, almost a grandmother to our children. She is the best investment we have done for our kids , cooks well and has 4 grown up kids of her own ( of which 2 twins ) so she knows all kind of drills
Gloria G
Our son has been with Carol and Billy for nearly three years now, and we honestly cannot recommend them enough. From day one, their home has felt like a second home to him – warm, welcoming, and full of love and care.
What really sets Carol and Billy apart is how thoughtfully they plan activities and outings. They don’t just supervise the children; they actively engage with them, taking them out to different places and making every day fun and interesting. We’ve visited many childcare settings over the years, but the level of genuine love, patience, and understanding that Carol and Billy show towards the children is truly special.
Our son is always happy to go there, and as parents, we find that peace of mind priceless. Every morning when I drop our son off, I feel complete peace of mind – it’s just like leaving him with family. We feel incredibly lucky to have found them. If you’re looking for childminders who will treat your child like family, look no further.
MrsAdoue
Vivian has been with my kids and family since March this year, she's my 1st babysitter and yet on the very first day my baby warmed up to her and she's cared immensely for both my kids since. She's trustworthy, dependable and absolutely disciplined and teaches my kids the same qualities. My baby's is reaching her growth milestones so quickly and smoothly with her. Her respectful management of all activities and tasks around our schedule is really remarkable and she's extremely supportive.
I'm really thankful that we have her.
Thank you so much Vivian!