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.
I honestly cannot recommend Lou highly enough. Finding someone you can trust to look after your child is one of the biggest decisions you make as a parent, and from the very beginning, I knew Joshua was in the safest, kindest and most caring hands. Lou has been so much more than a childminder to us, and I will always be grateful for everything she has done for Joshua and our family.
Lou is one of the most kind-hearted, caring and dedicated people you could ever wish to look after your child. She genuinely goes above and beyond in every possible way, and it is clear that looking after children is not just a job to her; it comes from the heart. She truly cares about every child in her setting, their happiness, their development and making sure they feel safe, loved and included. Joshua was never just another child in her care; he was treated with so much love and affection, almost like one of her own.
One of the things that really stood out to me was the structure, thought and effort Lou put into Joshua’s learning and development. She followed a structured learning approach similar to what you would expect in a nursery setting, helping the children learn, grow and develop while still making everything fun and enjoyable. She organised daily activities, encouraged the children to explore new things and made sure they had so many different opportunities to learn through play. You could see how much time, effort and thought went into planning activities that supported their development and helped them build confidence and independence.
Lou also regularly took the children to different groups, outings and activities, giving them experiences beyond the setting itself. What makes this even more special is that she would often put her own money towards these experiences because she wanted the children to have the very best opportunities possible. That says everything about the kind of person she is. She genuinely wanted the children to have wonderful memories, try new things, socialise and enjoy their childhood, and she was always willing to go that extra mile to make it happen.
The garden was another huge bonus, with such a lovely space for the children to play, explore and enjoy being outdoors. It gave them the freedom to run around, have fun and make memories in a safe and welcoming environment.
Something I will always be grateful for is the love and care Lou showed our family during a particularly difficult time. When we had a funeral to attend, she kindly had Joshua earlier than originally planned to help us out. She never made us feel like we were asking too much, and she was always willing to help whenever she could. Those little things make such a difference as a parent, and they show just how thoughtful, compassionate and genuinely caring she is.
Joshua also met his best friend at Lou’s setting, which is something so special to look back on. Knowing that he was not only being cared for and supported but was also building such a lovely friendship and making happy memories made the experience even more meaningful. The friendships, experiences and confidence he gained while he was there are things I will always treasure.
Lou also looked after my daughter, Isabelle, during the school holidays, and Isabelle absolutely loved going too! It meant so much to know that both of my children were happy, cared for and excited to spend time there. As a parent, there is no better feeling than knowing your children genuinely enjoy going somewhere and feel comfortable, safe and loved when they are there.
I can honestly say Lou became like a second mum to Joshua. The love, patience, kindness and attention she gave him meant so much to me, and I never had to question whether he was being properly cared for or whether his happiness mattered. She gave him so much more than childcare: she gave him opportunities to learn, friendships to cherish, experiences to remember and a place where he was truly cared for.
Although Lou looked after Joshua as his childminder, I am so grateful that our relationship has grown beyond that and that we are now friends. That alone says so much about the person she is. Some people come into your family’s life for a reason, and Lou is definitely one of those people.
If you are looking for a childminder who will genuinely love and care for your child, put their needs first, support their learning and development, create wonderful experiences and go above and beyond what is expected, then I honestly couldn’t recommend Lou enough.
Lou has been a saviour on a few occasions helping to look after my 8 month old. I have been able to call on Lou for some last minute childcare, she offers a very kind, caring and nurturing environment for the children and my daughter settles very well with Lou. She offers a home from home environemnt with a great variety of learning activities for the children. Lou has the patience of a saint and provides excellent care for the children she looks after. She truly is a blessing and I highly recommend
My son was with cared for by Lou, for around a year and a half from the age of 8 months. I wanted him in a home from home environment but Lou provided much more than this; He was taken on lots of adventures, and there was always an abundance of activities, geared towards his interests. Have recommended Lou many times since!
Lou was absolutely brilliant with my little one. He went to Lil Munchkin for a year when he was 3 - 4, and we couldn’t have asked for a better childminder. Lou took him on so many lovely adventures and always made sure he had fun, learnt new things and made happy memories along the way.
It was so reassuring knowing Ollie was in such a caring, fun and nurturing environment. You could tell how much Lou genuinely cared about the children and wanted them to have the best time.
We’re so grateful for everything she did for Ollie and would 100% recommend Lou to anyone looking for a lovely, caring childminder! 🥰
laurenag
Our youngest spent a year with Cyma and we were very happy with our experience. Cyma is very caring and kind, and has created a lovely environment for the children to be in. Cosy, lots of toys and puzzles, and access to a lovely outdoor space. Cyma is happy to work around family schedules and be flexible when changes are needed which is a great help.
We are so grateful to Brenda for all her help and guidance with our little boy. Before we started working with her, we were barely sleeping at all and were completely exhausted. We contacted Brenda when our son was just six weeks old, and she helped us establish a really good routine from the outset. The difference was almost immediate and he started sleeping properly almost as soon as we put her advice into practice, which felt nothing short of miraculous at the time.
Her approach is wonderfully calm, practical and reassuring, and she has given us so much confidence as first-time parents. Her advice is clear, sensible and easy to follow, and the results have been fantastic. Our little boy now sleeps beautifully, and having such a good routine in place has made an enormous difference to our whole family.
What we particularly appreciate is that Brenda doesn’t just help with sleep — she helps you understand your baby and feel confident in your own decisions. She’s also incredibly kind and supportive, and it’s been such a comfort knowing we can turn to her for advice as our baby grows and his needs change.
We couldn’t recommend her more highly!
I highly recommend this childminder! She looked after both of my children from when they were 9 months old and 1 year old until they were 5 years old and 2 years old, respectively. She was caring, patient, reliable, and always made sure my children were safe, happy, and well looked after.
It gave me great peace of mind knowing that my children were in such good hands. She created a warm, loving, and welcoming environment where they could learn, play, and develop. I’m very grateful for the care and attention she gave to both of my children, and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her to other parents looking for a trustworthy and caring childminder.
Thank you for taking such wonderful care of my little ones! ❤️
I honestly couldn’t have asked for a better childminder for my little boy. Funmi is incredibly kind, patient, caring and genuinely passionate about what she does. From the very first day, she made my boy feel so welcome, comfortable and settled, which gave me so much peace of mind.
I particularly love the thoughtful activities she plans to support the children’s learning and development, and the lovely updates she shares throughout the day. It’s such a joy seeing my little boy happy, learning and growing in her care.
Funmi truly has a heart for children, and it shows in everything she does. I’m so grateful to have found her and would wholeheartedly recommend her to any parent looking for a loving, reliable and dedicated childminder. She is an absolute gem!
Mary
I honestly couldn’t be happier with Heidi! My little girl was really shy and it’s been so lovely seeing how much more confident she’s become since going there. She’s helped her make friends, feel safe and really come out of her shell by encouraging her to play and express herself in her own way.
She’s also really good at adapting to her needs day to day and understanding that some days are different to others. I love that she focuses so much on learning through play and making things fun for the children.
My little girl is always happy to go in the morning and is always happy when I pick her up, which says it all really! It’s such a lovely feeling knowing she’s somewhere she feels safe, settled and happy. I’m so grateful for everything she’s done for her and would 100% recommend her to anyone looking for a childminder 🩷 thank you Heidi xxx
Romi
Zehra has been so accommodating and understanding - I’m truly grateful for her flexibility and support.
She is such a caring and attentive childminder and it’s been wonderful to see how much my son has learnt in her care. She always keeps me updated on the new things he can do/say, which means so much as a parent. Something so touching to me is that she has learnt common words in my language to communicate with him, making him feel more comfortable and understood.
It’s clear that she genuinely cares about the children she looks after and goes the extra mile to make sure they feel happy, safe and supported. I’m so thankful to have found someone who is not only reliable and flexible but also truly invested in my son’s development. I would highly recommend her to any parent looking for a caring and dedicated childminder!
Mama mia has been amazing with my 1 year old son who hasnt been to a childminder or nursery before this. I was looking for a short term childminder and mamamia was so accomadating to our needs especially taking him on the day after having our initial visit. You will feel at ease leaving your child here, she is so comforting and youre child will be loved like a family member. Daily updates/pictures and feedback has been so reassuring he was in the right hands.
Thankyou for being a great help to us and im sure we will see you in the future.
Chris and Julie are a lovely kind yet professional couple.
They looked after my son, and Chris would do the school run..
They both have a wealth of knowledge in childcare, early years and teaching. Chris is a lovely laid back guy, always on hand to help.
I feel grateful for having them both help with my son.
A lovely family orientated home.
Excellent service.
I honestly could not be happier with Erica! We feel so lucky to have found her.
Matteo spends Monday to Thursday with Erica and he is always so happy and well looked after. It is lovely to see how comfortable and settled he is with her.
Valentina absolutely loves going to Erica’s house after school and is always excited about the fun activities she has planned for them. They both really enjoy the lovely homemade meals she prepares too!
Erica creates such a warm, caring and welcoming environment, and it gives us so much peace of mind knowing that both our children are happy and in such good hands.
I could not recommend her highly enough!
My son Nikodem attends Teddy Day Childcare three times a week, and we couldn’t be happier! He absolutely loves going there and always seems happy and excited to see aunty Gosia and his friends.It’s such a lovely feeling knowing that he is in a safe, caring and welcoming environment.
I would highly recommend Teddy Day Childcare to any parents looking for loving, trustworthy and professional childminder.
I would highly recommend her to any family looking for a reliable, experienced and caring nanny. She has been a wonderful help to our family and has proven herself to be a very safe pair of hands.
She has a natural ability to engage with children and build a great rapport with them, while also knowing how to manage situations and set boundaries when needed. My children genuinely enjoy spending time with her, whether it’s chatting, playing games or simply sharing stories about their day. She clearly has plenty of experience with children and knows how to navigate the occasional tricky situations calmly and confidently.
She is extremely reliable, punctual and trustworthy, and gained our confidence very quickly. She is also an excellent communicator, always keeping us promptly informed of important messages from school or teachers, as well as anything we should be aware of.
We also really appreciate her flexibility when arrangements occasionally need to change, given advance notice. She communicates clearly, plans ahead and is very organised, which makes everything run smoothly.
Overall, she has been a fantastic support to our family, and most importantly, our children are very happy and comfortable with her. We would not hesitate to recommend her!
Our son was with Wendy from 9 months old until he was 18 months, and we honestly couldn't have wished for a better childminder!
He absolutely thrived in Wendy's care, enjoying lots of lovely outings, activities and plenty of water fun in the garden during the summer months. Most importantly, our little boy was always happy, which meant the world to us.
We also loved receiving regular photo updates throughout the day, giving us a little insight into all the fun he was having.
Sadly, due to moving away from Hatfield, we've had to say goodbye and find a new childminder.
We really can't recommend Wendy enough. Thank you so much for all the love, care and attention you've given our boy and for making his time with you so special. We will miss you! ❤️
Anita looks after my 8 & 10 year old boys after school 3 days a week. They love spending time with her and her gorgeous girls. When they are with Anita I don’t have to worry as I know they are in safe hands. Anita has an amazing aura she is naturally cool and calm and the boys respond well to this. I couldn’t ask for more in a childminder.
Natalie
Kat has babysat for my 3 girls multiple times and is the only non family member I’ve ever left them with. They love her and feel very safe and secure in her company. She is very nurturing and patient and makes everyone feel at ease. My children have additional needs and Kat has always been fantastic with them. Can’t recommend her highly enough.
We have been using Lou for years. She has taken great care of our little boy, as she does with all of the children in her care. We have always received updates, feedback and support. Her experience and knowledge is amazing. She has taught our child so much over the last 3/4 years right up to school transition. He has been on lots of adventures. We will still be using her as our childminder in the school holidays. Home from home environment. Would definitely recommend.