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 had our third child after a sizeable gap in November and were fortunate that Ellie had some time available to night nurse for us. Right from the start we were impressed by her no-nonsense and confident style, which combined first rate care and attention to our newborn’s needs with a healthy dose of advice thrown in for all sorts of situations. It’s a mark of how good Ellie is that she taught us things even though we had done this twice before! We would wholeheartedly recommend her for childcare - she’s a whizz with babies and interacted well with our older kids as well. If you see a gap in her schedule our advice is…take it!
AlanM
I have a 2-year-old daughter and a 3-year-old son and they have been going to Naila since I returned to work after maternity leave, Naila provides pick up and drop of which is ever so helpful she works with you and fits in with your family's schedule she also does overnight sleeps with the children when needed her services include collection drop off and school run which she also helps me with for my 9 year old at times my kids are feeds and well looked after nothing is ever tomuch for Naila i have no other family here in england but we are thankful we have naila and her family
So much appreciation i dont know how I could have gotten through the tough times without your help and support
leylo
We had both our children in Carmel's care from 2021 onwards. Her setting is wonderful; an absolutely ideal space for creativity, imaginative play, messy play, and quiet moments too. Carmel goes above and beyond to accommodate the children's needs, even installing a private area for younger children to use the potty!
Our children were so happy here that they would often ask to see Carmel on weekends and days when they weren't due to be there. A testament to the relationships she built with them. Our eldest child still adores her, despite having left her setting nearly 2 years ago (only to attend school).
Carmel communicated well throughout the day with updates and pictures. She would make necessary accommodations for the needs of the children, and would work alongside us when changes were needed or if we had concerns about anything. She is very knowledgeable and understands that children are all unique and need different approaches to things.
If we were to have another child, there would be no question that we would want Carmel to look after them. She has been like a second mum to them and we've never been more sure that our children are safe and well looked after in her care.
They learned so much from her, they were always out doing some kind of activity, whether it be at children's groups, at the allotment nearby, at the park or going on adventures further a field such as museums, soft play, or outside water play areas in the summer.
Carmel has helped our children become confident, inquisitive, and caring little people and we will be forever grateful for her. We could not recommend her more highly.
My son has been going to coleen for 16 months now and he absolutely loves going.
He's learned so much so quickly. Coleen is a kind women with a big heart, and will always try and help where she can.
Coleen has a large variety of toys, a well equipped garden and she does lots of arts and crafts with the children.
Our son went to ElElyon from 12months to 2.5 years. He loved it, as did we.
Phoebe, together with Esi and Akos create a truly loving, safe and caring environment.
We always felt comfortable leaving our son at ElElyon. He often ran up the street in the morning excited to see his little friends, and when he returned home demanded “I want to go back to Phoebes”!
Excellent communication throughout and updates on WhatsApp including photos of the fun day had by all.
Daily trips to Lloyd park, where the children go to the playground and wider park were full of smiles.
Back at the setting Phoebe always seemed to have a fun activity planned, and would pull out all the stops for special occasions. Santa Claus even came to visit!
We most appreciated the genuine connection and love for each of the children that Phoebe exhibited.
We would be delighted to send our next child to
ElElyon.
We highly recommend Anna who has looked after our son for over two years. From the start he settled in really easily, her setting has such a welcoming, home from home feel that made the transition really smooth for us all.
Anna does an amazing variety of activities with the children. They're out and about loads, which means our son got plenty of fresh air and experiences different things. Then in the afternoons, they do crafts and learning activities that tie in with where they've been, which is such a nice touch.
Our son has come on so much developmentally since being with Anna. Her knowledge and support have been incredible. He had some speech issues due to hearing problems, and she really helped us work on this with him which has made a big difference.
One thing we really value is that every week the children attend a playgroup with other childminders and their kids. So children get the benefit of Anna's small, homely setting during the week, but also get to socialise and play in bigger groups regularly.
We feel so lucky to have found Anna and would recommend her to anyone looking for childcare.
When I tell people about Valiant Champs, I describe Ms Titi as An Angel on Earth! My little one started going to VC at 7 months and it is the best decision my husband and myself made! I have never had to worry if my child is in good hands. She has helped us in the weaning process, she has helped in every developmental stage. Even as his mom , I have had to ask her questions on motherhood and she has allayed my fears about any worries I had.
The best thing she has done that melted our hearts was when our son was sick (not day care related) and we were on admission, she came to visit with gifts! That was the kindest thing ever.
Also throwing our son a party for his first birthday was so thoughtful! As a first time mom, you do not want to make a mistake picking a child minder and I’m so glad I was able to find Ms Titi on this platform!
I would choose her again and again!!!!
Thank you Valiant champs!!!
Hajar has been looking after our four children for two years. She is still picking up our little one two days a week and doing homework, and organising play. She is very reliable and communication is smooth and simple. She communicates in French with us all. I recommend her 100%.
Camille
We were in urgent need of a nanny for our 1.5 year old. We were on vacation when we talked to Ana and she seemed very interested for the job. Then on the day she was supposed to meet in person, she messaged me in the morning saying that she is not well. On asking, she said that she was not eager to take up the job as we were not ready to sign a contract - which is a LIE as I clearly said they we will talk in detail about the contract when we meet in person. Now we are in such a difficult situation to get a nanny over the weekend for our little one as we are both working and just back from our vacation.
People like Ana should be banned from this platform as this is a trusted platform where we as parents are looking for responsible and professional help for our little ones and not for people who don't care to communicate clearly.
I started taking my daughter to Bright Star, and honestly, her experience has been amazing. She has learned so much, and I’m extremely happy with the progress she’s made. Thank you for everything you do!
I found Gilly after a long search. From the moment I met her, she made me feel welcome, and my son immediately took to her. Gilly keeps me regularly updated throughout the day with photos and messages, which is very reassuring, and my son has settled in very quickly. Gilly is bubbly, friendly and full of enthusiasm for children, and it shows! She adds lots of lovely little personalised touches, such as animal pictures for each child's peg, and little placemats, and it really feels like a home from home.
I always feel I can ask her questions and nothing is too much trouble. When I first met Gilly made me a cup of tea and invited me into the playroom so my son and I could meet the other children. It really made such a difference as a first-time mum entrusting my child to someone else. I could see where he would be playing and the friends he would be making, and I felt I could get to know Gilly and her family.
Gilly has a paper folder filled with lovely reviews and organises her childcare services really well. She focuses on each child's development, choosing different learning activities each week and taking the kids out and about.
I would highly recommend Gilly- her kindness and passion for her job is evident.
Thank you Gilly!
Jess
Jess
Josh came and babysat my little one a few times now. My son took to him instantly and iv used him a few times. He's always punctual and very good with my little one.i was very nervous leaving my little one with someone new for the first time but Josh calmed my nerves and kept me updated with how my son was doing,will continue to ask Josh to babysit as hes trustworthy and my son and I trust him.
Hannah
Lisa was a wonderful start to daycare experience for our then 10 month old. He had no experience of being looked after by anyone except his mum and dad, but he soon settled in with Lisa. She is very warm and caring and also provides great stimulation for the kids. We really noticed our son's development during the time he was with her. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Lisa as a childminder.
Steph B
"Hey Fedra and team, just wanted to say a huge thank you for taking care of Matthew since he was just a 1 year old! 😊 I'm beyond happy, relieved, and grateful for everything you've done for him. It's such a blessing to know he's in a place where he's truly happy and loved, and it gives me so much peace of mind while I'm at work. And wow, the way he's picking up both Spanish and English is amazing! 🤩 Seriously, I couldn't recommend you guys more - 10 out of 10!"
Blankita
Helen is without a doubt the best childminder anybody could wish for!
From the day my son started with her she has been incredible. She does so many activities with her Little O's, making them very fun and engaging. My little boy is a big outdoor child and Helen has definitely helped him to learn to ride his balance bike.
There are not enough words to describe just how much of a special and amazing person Helen is.
We will all miss her very much xx
We couldn’t be happier with the care our childminder provides. From the very beginning, she has shown warmth, professionalism, and genuine dedication to the children. Our little ones feel safe, happy, and well cared for every day. She plans engaging and age-appropriate activities that support their learning and independence. Communication is excellent, and we are always kept informed and reassured. Her home is a clean, safe, and welcoming environment. It’s clear she has a lot of experience and truly loves what she does. We would highly recommend her to any family looking for high-quality, trustworthy childcare.
I contacted this childminder regarding short-term care and asked about using government funded childcare hours, which are designed to follow the child between providers.
I was told that funded hours could not be used for a short period and that I would need to pay privately instead. After I politely shared official guidance explaining that funding can be split between providers, communication stopped.
Shortly afterwards, I was unable to view or contact this profile while logged in, although it still appears publicly when logged out, which suggests I may have been blocked rather than the issue being discussed.
I would advise other parents to double-check funding arrangements in writing and ensure providers are comfortable and familiar with government childcare funding before making plans.
We have a one year old son who Ben has been looking after since September 2025 for two days per week. Our son has been very happy with Ben who has given him a really positive experience and great development opportunities. Ben goes out of his way to check how our son is, to update us about what our son is doing with Ben including what books he is reading, and Ben gives us regular updates and photographs of what our son is doing when under the care of Ben.
Ben makes effort to understand specific details about the children who are in his care such as favourite foods, words they are learning, pets they have, etc and he makes sure to talk to the children about these things to help them feel more at home, comfortable and supported.
Ben speaks to children rightly so as he would when greeting an adult and makes sure that they know how important and valued they are. From the second we drop our son off with Ben he is immediately made welcome and he settles in very quickly. Ben takes time to explain things to children in detail in a very articulate and patient manner and if a child asks him a question when he’s speaking with somebody else, he will explain that he will come back to the child to continue the conversation once he has finished his conversation with this other person, then he does this.
I was apprehensive about having somebody other than a parent or grandparent looking after my son at a young age (1 year old) but from speaking with Ben, receiving updates from Ben and seeing how Ben and our son interact put me at ease very quickly. We moved across the country so have had to change childcare providers, however if we were staying in Norfolk/Suffolk (or if Ben was to move to Yorkshire!!) we would definitely continue using him for childcare. We will miss Ben and our son still talks fondly about all of the exciting things he has done and learned at Ben’s. I genuinely feel that Ben has helped accelerate our son’s learning and his social development.
Ben has a good set up at home for the children and he makes sure to arrange regular day trips to keep the children engaged and well rounded.
For anyone reading this, I whole heartedly recommend Ben.
We feel incredibly lucky to have found Adriana during our time in Leeds. From the very beginning, she showed genuine warmth, patience and attentiveness towards our daughter, Lumi. She took time to observe Lumi’s personality, emotions and preferences, and always responded to her with sensitivity and kindness.
What touched us most was how thoughtful Adriana was beyond day-to-day care. She noticed what Lumi loved and what comforted her, and even the gifts she prepared were perfectly chosen based on Lumi’s interests — it was clear they were selected with real care. Lumi absolutely loved them and still talks about them.
Adriana provides a warm, safe and nurturing environment where children feel secure and valued. Even though our time with her was short, it was a truly positive experience and one we will always remember fondly. We would wholeheartedly recommend Adriana to any family.
Ivy
