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 can't recommend Lisa and Paul enough; they are absolutely fantastic. We were lucky to find them by chance when our daughter was 13 months old and I was due to return to a full time corporate role in the city. The peace of mind in returning to work as a first time mum that we got from knowing our daughter was safe and happy with Lisa and Paul can't be underestimated. They are exceptionally professional and reliable as carers and provide a wonderfully nurturing, educational and fun environment that our daughter thrived in and looked forward to every day. The homecooked meals and snacks were fantastic and we eagerly awaited Lisa's very detailed update each afternoon and collection of photos. They are very experienced in what they do and gave our daughter an absolutely wonderful springboard in her toddler years and in preparing her for the next stage of pre-school. It made my return to work so much easier with great peace of mind as a parent.
Maireob
I have recently sent my 9 month old daughter to muddy footprints & I couldn’t be happier with my decision. Both Shannon & Debbie are amazing, they have took the time to get to know my baby well & in the short time she has learnt so much! Everyday they plan a wide range of activities, groups, forest school, library etc & spend lots of time outside! Love the home from home environment.
Our daughter has been looked after by Nicole for just over one year now and I am beyond grateful that we found her. When we first visited I was so impressed by the calm atmosphere in her home where the children can play and explore in a safe and comfortable environment. I was personally very anxious to leave my little one with someone new and Nicole answered all of my questions and covered the ones I hadn't thought of. In the day to day she is in regular contact with us about our daughter's activities and keeps us up to date with developmental progress, interests, experiences and skills. Nicole is responsive to our child's needs and proactive in finding tools and mechanisms to support her development, all while being considerate of our wishes. To put it mildly, she is the third parent we didn't know we needed! My child tells me at every pick up what a lovely day she had with Nicole and the other children and I love to hear about the varied activities, outings and experiences. And most importantly, I trust Nicole with my child.
Kayleigh has looked after my daughter for a while now and when she first came to Kayleigh she was very quiet and shy but Kayleigh has helped her come out of her shell and her confidence has grown so much! She is very welcoming, caring and has so much time for each individual child. She will update us at pick up time how my daughter has been throughout the day and will send over photos when they have a day out. Kayleigh takes the children on different days out for example , soft plays, playgroups each week, and has lots of different activities set up for them to do within her home setting . Kayleigh is an amazing childminder and we have been extremely happy with her services. We would definitely recommend her !!
Lily has been with Amanda since she was around 6 months old, and from the very beginning we felt completely at ease leaving her in Amanda’s care. It’s not an easy thing to do as new parents, but Amanda’s warmth, professionalism, and natural way with children gave us instant confidence.
She kept us fully updated through the Babysdays app, which was so reassuring, and we loved seeing what Lily had been up to each day. Over the years, Amanda has guided Lily through so many important stages – from potty training and learning good manners to preparing her with the skills and confidence she needs for starting school.
What makes Amanda so special is the way she manages everything with a smile and endless patience. She always thinks of meaningful activities that are fun but also help the children learn and grow. Lily and Amanda became the best of friends, and the bond they share is something we will always treasure.
We are so grateful for the love, care, and support Amanda has given Lily and our family. We couldn’t have wished for a better start to Lily’s early years, and we would wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking for a truly exceptional childminder.
Thank you Amanda! 😀
Olivia
Emma took on my son extremely last minute and has him almost full time. My little boy is utterly in love with Emma, excited to go each morning and sad to leave each night. He has developed so well since joining Emma and is the happiest cleverest boy. Emma is brilliant with him, does such fun activities and even makes him a nutritious lunch each day. Emma sends detailed updates each day putting me at rest in the early days. I would recommend Emma to anybody, she is fantastic and we are so lucky to have her!
Shameem is really lovely, our 1 year old took to her instantly. She is so calm and reassuring which was great for us as first time parents and our first experience of using a babysitter. Our little one loved playing with her for hours and she sent us lovely videos of him for us to see. He was all changed and ready for bed on our return. Thanks Shameem 😊
Sarah
Our daughter started at The Learning Tree three years ago and we now send our second daughter there. The setting is second to none and Shekel goes above and beyond for her children there, as if they are her own. Shekel and her team give 100% to the children everyday and our girls have absolutely loved it there. It’s hard to get them to leave sometimes! I know there is no place like The Learning Tree and our children truly have had the best start there, we’ll be very sad to leave!
Sweetpea is one of the kindest supportive people I've met in a workplace and as a friend. The most sensitive caring person and everyone is drawn to her. Also known by my partners family through her working years for a long time as well absolutely would recommend without a doubt
Judy truly is one in a million. She goes above and beyond to create purposeful, engaging and memorable learning experiences that our daughters love. The children explore the world outdoors regularly and look forward to their 'Judy days'. She celebrates a whole range of occasions and events with the children and it is so clear how much time and effort is invested! The regular photo updates she shares throughout the day give us complete peace of mind knowing our girls are happy and thriving.
Judy has become like an extended part of our family. Her warm and nurturing environment has helped our children to build strong friendships and enjoy thoughtful, creative activities every day. She provides a home cooked meal in the evening so we are always safe in the knowledge that the children have had a nutritious dinner when collecting after a busy day at work.
Her kindness and support, especially while I was pregnant with our second child, meant so much to us and her wonderful family have also helped our girls feel secure and settled. We honestly couldn’t ask for a better childminder and are so grateful for everything she does!
Bahar has been a wonderful babysitter for our family. She is reliable, trustworthy, and has such a fun and friendly personality that our little one loves being around her. She always makes sure meals and naps happen right on time, and her excellent timekeeping gives us peace of mind. She is very presentable, professional, and carries herself with a positive attitude in everything she does. I would highly recommend her to any family looking for a dependable and caring babysitter.
I have had a number of childminders as my two kids have grown. None come close to Fatima and how supportive and caring she is with my daughter. She always updates me regularly with pictures and videos, and plans plenty of activities to keep her entertained. My daughter loves her to bits and is always excited when she goes in. Highly recommend Fatima every time. Thank you for all you do ❤️
My son has been with Shekel and The Learning Tree for over two years and we are delighted with the care he recieves, he loves it there. :)
Following a previous (larger) nursery setting that really didn't work out for us we were naturally edgy as parents. The Learning Tree was (and is) miles apart from the other options we considered. Our son receives amazing support (evidenced by his development), love, care and attention. As parents we feel well informed and completely comfortable. Our son looks forward everyday to going in and the challenge of getting him to leave at the end of the day is a testiment to his happiness.
Shekel also goes above and beyond to help us navigate the complexities of parenting (we're first time parents) with lots of tips and tricks. She really listens to what is important to us and works with us to work through any challenges we are having as a team. We also love the cultural diversity baked into the activities, something we feel is essential and often overlooked.
We couldn't recommend Shekel and The Learning Tree enough if you are looking for a childcare setting.
Ella was our full-time nanny for our daughter for 2 and a half years starting when she was 7 months old. She provided exceptional care throughout all of the stages of weaning, walking, talking, potty training as well as teaching teaching phonics, numbers, days of the week and writing her name.
Ella is incredibly passionate about childcare and she has an excellent understanding of the
needs and abilities of children. Our 8 year old daughter still talks about Ella!
From the moment I first visited Androula’s home, I knew it was the right place for my daughter. Shine Bright is exactly that – a warm, welcoming, and thoughtfully designed environment, filled with engaging resources and activities that immediately caught my eye.
My daughter has been attending for over six months now, and she absolutely loves it. It’s clear she has developed a strong, special bond with Androula, who knows her so well and truly understands her individual needs and personality.
We receive daily updates, with photos and videos, giving us a lovely window into her fun-filled days. The attention to detail Androula puts into monitoring development and celebrating milestones has honestly exceeded all of my expectations.
I feel incredibly lucky to have found her. My daughter is thriving under her care, and I know that with Androula's support, she’ll be more than ready for nursery school when the time comes- although it will be super tough for us to say goodbye!
Thank you, Androula. You are so appreciated and so loved.
My son loved coming to Ali's, she is caring, always smiley and bubbly. Ali is always out and about with the children learning new things in different places, my son was always excited to tell me what he had been up to that day. Ali provides great meals and snacks for the children and nothing is ever to much trouble. Ali is very welcoming on arrivals and pick ups and not only tells you about what your child has done that day, but also asks the parents how there day has been which is lovely! I would 100% recommend Ali to anyone we are gutted to have left to go to school but even now she checks in to ask how he is getting on! Lovely setting, lovely activities and overall a lovely lady 😊
Renu is one of the best childminder I have come accrossed. She is excellent in her work and make the child very comfortable. She provide a very clean and comfortable environment to the kids and kids love her company. She keep kids indulged in playing and doing activity which helps them to adjust to the place very easily. My child loved to be with her.. she is one of the best childminder
I wish we had found Erica sooner! She has looked after all 3 of our children, ranging from before & after school pickup and drop offs, to full days.
Erica provides a lovely home setting and the children get a wide range of activities. Our children especially always loved the garden.
Our kids have developed beautiful speech and have all gone into school above their expected levels for their ages, they are encouraged to build their independence every single day.
Erica is always helpful and is very flexible in supporting us a a family where both myself and partner are working full time.
Sumera has be childminding my daughter since September 2020.
My daughter has had before school care and afterschool care and Sumera has always provided informative updates on anything happening with my daughter.
Sumera is flexible, accommodating and supportive of our family’s needs. I am extremely happy with the care my daughter has been receiving over the past five years.
Sumera is kind, nurturing and attentive; my daughter absolutely loves her and looks forward to seeing her again after school holidays.
Michelle
