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 have been using Tracy since our son was 9 months old and are so glad we found her. He is now 20 months and has had a fantastic year with her.
We chose Tracy because we could tell as soon as we found her she was a "career childminder" who has committed wholeheartedly to becoming a qualified and passionate child carer who is invested in the kids learning and development. The kids are always out and about, either exploring Coventry's parks/nature reserves or at local soft play sessions. Her house is basically a dedicated nursery with an endless supply of structured sensory play and activities. Our son enjoys all the healthy tray bakes and snacks she makes (sadly she can't win over every food connoisseur....) Tracy is always on hand to share development milestones or resources. She is also well placed in the childminding community and has a great network of referrals for scheduled holidays or the rare unplanned illness. We've never been left in the lurch.
Our son took to Tracy really quickly and loves going to see her. Overall she is both fun, pragmatic and a good laugh. We've always been incredibly grateful we got a space with her.
Megan
As parents with two children enrolled at Auntie Annie's, we are delighted to share the exceptional care and education our children receive from Annie, Amanda, and Vicky. Their dedication to our children is truly commendable, and it is evident that they possess a clear passion for what they do.
From the moment we joined Auntie Annie's, it was clear that our little ones are in the hands of nurturing professionals. Annie, Amanda, and Vicky have created a warm and inviting environment that fosters growth and exploration. Their commitment to each child's individual needs is remarkable, allowing for personalized time that enhances social, emotional, and cognitive development. This tailored approach ensures that every child feels valued and understood, contributing to their overall well-being.
One of the standout qualities of Auntie Annie's is how they seamlessly integrate the curriculum into real-life experiences. They consistently go above and beyond to provide our children with amazing adventures that enhance their learning. Whether it’s exploring nature, bringing nature to the home, engaging in creative play, participating in themed activities, or going on adventures all over London. Annie, Amanda, and Vicky make learning tangible and fun. This hands-on approach not only captivates the children’s imaginations but also reinforces key concepts in a way that is meaningful and memorable.
The bond our children share with their caregivers is truly heartwarming. It is evident that Annie, Amanda, and Vicky genuinely care for each children, and this creates a secure attachment that is essential for their emotional growth. Our children enthusiastically talk about their day, sharing stories about the incredible experiences they have had, and it’s clear that they look forward to spending time with their caregivers. This positive relationship fosters a sense of belonging and confidence in the children, allowing them to thrive in a supportive environment.
The impact of Auntie Annie’s on our children is profound. They not only come home with new skills and knowledge but also radiate happiness and enthusiasm. The joyful atmosphere cultivated by Annie, Amanda, and Vicky encourages curiosity and exploration, nurturing a lifelong love for learning. As parents, we are incredibly grateful for the safe and stimulating environment they provide, where our children can grow, play, and learn.
In conclusion, Auntie Annie's is a shining example of what quality childcare should look like. With their unwavering dedication, personalized care, and commitment to real-life learning experiences, Annie, Amanda, and Vicky have created a haven for our children. We wholeheartedly commend their efforts and recommend Auntie Annie’s to any parent seeking a nurturing and enriching environment for their little ones.
Thank you, Auntie Annie’s, for the incredible care and love you provide to our children every day!
Writing this now as I am furious and feel that an honest review is needed.
My son had been going to Donna for around a year and for the majority of his time with her she has been loving, caring and great at general communication.
Recently, our son had been coming home with various small injuries such as scratching and bruising, which we had questioned. When speaking to Donna about these concerns on multiple occasioans, they were always brushed off as him being a toddler and falling over or being heavy handed. At no point throughout these conversations did she show concern for him or remorse for the injuries.
A few weeks ago, when collecting our son, we noticed a mark near his eye and on both sides of his left ear. At the time of collecting these were just small marks and again were offhandedly explained as him coming in with those this morning but she had forgotten to mention at the time. Neither of us had noticed any marks during the morning and these were not tiny marks so would have been picked up on. When we arrived home and began our evening routine we noticed that the marks on his eye and ear had gotten worse, and we grew concerned that they looked like small nips and scratches from a dog as no other explanation matched. We messaged Donna to express our concerns and to double check if anything had happened throughout the day, making sure to insist that we were not accusing at all, and were just concerned. She then responded by phoning us and becoming argumentative with us, asking how we could ever accuse her of anything like that and that she’s dispointed that we wouldn’t speak to her in person if we were concerned and that we had upset her in our message. At no point in our conversation did she ask about our son’s wellbeing or express concern or apologise.
She also repeatedly insisted that her policy is to not have the dogs around the children at all so this was impossible, but on further investigation we found that images sent to us of our son repeatedly had the dogs in the background and around the children.
We decided at this point that we no longer felt comfortable sending our son into Donna’s care, as we could no longer trust her word. We arranged to speak to her in person to give our notice that we would not be returning and again Donna was very defensive and angry, not showing concern for our son or apologising for anything that had happened.
Following this conversation, we have since discovered that Donna has spoken about us and named us to another client, who is friends with my sister in law, about this, which is clearly a breach in confidentiality and professionalism.
We feel incredibly lucky to have found Alex. She has looked after both of our children over the years, and we couldn’t have asked for a more caring, dedicated, and trustworthy person to support our family.
From day one, Alex made both of our children feel welcome, safe, and loved. Her home is always warm and inviting, with plenty of engaging activities, learning opportunities, and outdoor play. It’s clear she puts so much thought into everything she does—from themed weeks and creative crafts to gentle routines that help the children feel secure and confident.
What truly sets World of Wonder apart is her genuine passion for child development and her deep understanding of each child’s individual needs. She’s so patient, nurturing, and always in tune with our children’s personalities and emotions. It’s been amazing to watch them grow in confidence, communication, and curiosity under her care.
Communication has always been excellent—we’ve always felt informed, supported, and completely at ease knowing our children are in such capable hands. The updates, photos, and thoughtful feedback have been so appreciated.
We can’t thank her enough for the love, guidance, and stability she has provided to our family. She has played such an important role in our children’s early years, and we’ll always be grateful for the wonderful start she’s given them.
Highly, highly recommended!
My two children settled in with Dee so quickly, and I couldn’t be happier with the care she’s provided over the past year. From the very beginning, she created a warm, safe, and welcoming environment where they’ve felt completely at home. Dee keeps them engaged with fun and educational activities, and she always shares lovely updates and photos that give me so much peace of mind. The children absolutely love her, and I truly feel lucky and grateful to have found her. I trust her completely and would highly recommend her to any parent looking for someone caring, reliable, and genuinely passionate about what she does.
Donna has looked after my daughter for many years now - from when Niamh was 9 months old and tiny. I would not hesitate to recommend Donna - she has been brilliant, caring, professional and an amazing childminder!! She provides a variety of fun and stimulating activities over the week plus tasty food, which my daughter loves. We're so lucky to have found her. Thank you Donna 😊
I had my daughter at World of Wonder childcare from the age of 13 months until she was nearly 3, and it was the best decision I could have made. It was truly a home from home, my daughter absolutely loved going to see Alex and still lights up when she sees her now!
My daughter started at World of wonder as a quiet, shy toddler with a limited range of communication skills. At the time, it was a nerve-wracking experience for me, having to leave her with someone new after relying on family care up until that point. However, Alex’s approach immediately put me at ease.
She provided thorough and thoughtful settling-in sessions, which allowed my daughter to gradually adjust to the new environment and build a bond with Alex. These sessions set her up beautifully for her first full day, and I was confident she was in safe hands from day one.
Throughout her time at World of Wonder, I received regular updates on my daughters emotional well-being, her learning progress, new skills she was acquiring, and even how she was eating, sleeping, and toileting. These updates were incredibly useful in ensuring continuity of care and development at home. Additionally, we were always informed of the weekly learning themes, and it was so special to receive photos of my daughter engaged in activities that aligned with those topics.
The greatest testament to Alexs exceptional care is how happy my daughter has been. She looked forward to her days at World of Wonder and would often ask to return on weekends! It’s clear to us that my daughter thrived in such a warm, stimulating, and caring environment. Since being with Alex, we’ve seen an incredible transformation—my daughter is now a confident, outgoing little girl with an impressive range of communication skills. This has set her up so well for her recent transition to preschool.
We also appreciated the regular updates on policies, which were always reviewed and sent to us, providing both reassurance and clarity.
It’s been an absolute pleasure to have my daughter attend World of Wonder. I couldn’t have asked for a more dedicated and nurturing caregiver for her. We all miss Alex terribly since moving on in January, and we will forever be grateful for the wonderful experience she gave us!
Wonderful babysitter who loves children and goes the extra mile.
Rumi is not someone who just comes in to do a job for the hourly rate. She wants to provide the best care for the child, and her passion shines through everything she does.
Rumi has been helping us many times.
She babysat our son when we are traveling to London as my wife knows Rumi since 2010, they first met at University College Hospital in London where they worked together for years..
She is always very conscious of maintaining a clean environment; She is friendly, patient and warm with both us and of course most importantly our baby.
She is reliable, trustworthy, friendly and punctual. Our son likes her a lot and they have fun together.
We couldn’t be happier with the care Rumi provided for our child.
From the very beginning, she was warm, responsible, and incredibly attentive. She built a strong connection with our child, always engaging in creative play, helping with routines, and making sure everything ran smoothly. It gave us great peace of mind knowing our child was in such capable and caring hands. Reliable, kind, and truly great with kids — we highly recommend Rumi to any family looking for a trustworthy babysitter!
We wish she lived closer to us. Perhaps one day she will!
Dean
Our little one was at Maryam’s from 3 months old until 4 years when she went to school. We loved Maryam’s, as did our child but also our parents when visiting London.
Lin the nursery manager does an amazing job . The week program is great, the food nutritious and well balanced cooked on the spot and the activities varied and interesting.
The venue itself is really big giving the kids loads of space as the ceilings are high and the space if very practical. The play grounds in the area give the kids ample space to go out and play.
We employed Hilary to babysit for our 6-month-old baby while we went out for the afternoon and evening on three different occasions. Our baby loved her and was very comfortable being looked after by her for long stretches, and he clearly had fun. She has a really calm presence, knows how to care for and entertain babies, and she updated us regularly on what was happening. We will definitely ask her to babysit again when we’re in the area.
Amy
We have come to the end of a very special chapter for our family, as our children move on to their next stage and we couldn’t let it pass without sharing just how grateful we are for everything Nina and her wonderful team have given us.
From the very first day, Nina inspired a deep sense of trust and confidence, something that isn’t easy to find, especially when you’re a parent alone with a tiny baby, trying to figure everything out. Over these past three years, that trust has only grown stronger.
My children absolutely love Nina and all the team. They are always talking about them at home, and every morning when I drop them off and see them running happily through the door without a backward glance, it’s the best sign I could ever wish for, knowing they are happy, cared for and loved.
The way Nina and her team look after my children is exactly how I imagine it would be if I were leaving them with their grandmothers: with genuine affection, warmth, and total dedication.
Thank you for giving my children such a joyful, secure start to their early years. We’ll carry all these beautiful memories with us forever.
Chrissie has been absolutely exceptional with our son Émile. Although he only attended on Mondays and Fridays, he settled in incredibly quickly and easily into the environment she created. From day one, he was always happy to go—never once did he cry at drop-off.
Chrissie made sure to respect the routine we follow at home, which helped him feel secure and relaxed. He consistently had good naps, and always came home cheerful and well cared for. Not once did we have a concern or issue.
It’s clear that Chrissie and her assistants take excellent care of the children. We are genuinely sad to be leaving, but Émile is now moving on to school. We would be absolutely delighted to return when our second child is ready for childcare.
We couldn’t recommend Chrissie more highly.
Margaux
Emily is a fantastic Nanny, anyone would be lucky to have her!
Emily has looked after our daughter for nearly three years now and has helped her progress with her confidence so much! We chose Emily initially because she has experience caring for children with autism and special needs, and she is very in tune with little people who struggle to communicate.
Often when we pick up from Emily she comments on little developmental changes that we have just noticed ourselves. Emily is extremely observant and interactive. She is thoughtful and always has loads of ideas of how to spend the time making it as fun and engaging as possible.
Thank you so much Emily for taking such wonderful care of our daughter!
My daughter has been with Eve for a year after many recommendations and has never been happier. I have complete peace of mind on my daughters days with Eve knowing she is in a safe and enriching environment, with plenty of activities and outings keeping her excited for each day. Eve has such a natural way with the kids that my daughter completely adores her and will not leave each day before she gets to give Eve a goodbye hug.
Eve provides updates on the children's days and informative feedback to support their development. She has been great in helping to ensure the transition to starting school goes well and that my daughter has a solid foundation to start Reception in September.
I cannot express enough how much we appreciate Eve or recommend her enough
Tjepearc
I honestly recommend Farhat to all parents looking for a childminder. My daughter was 12months old when she first started going and had never been left with anyone other than grandma, and never napped other than in her cot or a sling on me.. She had major separation anxiety… but you can tell Farhat’s experience as she managed to get her to sleep and eat and my daughter is always smiling when I pick her up which is what matters the most.
Another very important point is that she has been flexible with me too which is hugely appreciated!
Soraya
Our family has been truly blessed to have Lauren as our childminder for the past two years. From the very beginning, she has provided the most loving, nurturing, and supportive environment for our daughter — and we can honestly say that she has been one of the most positive influences in her early years.
As a working mother, it’s not always easy to leave your child in someone else’s care, but with Lauren, we’ve always had complete peace of mind. She gives our daughter a true home away from home — full of warmth, kindness, and care. Lauren has supported not just our daughter, but our whole family, keeping us well informed, offering thoughtful advice, and always taking the time to share updates and special moments from the day. That connection and open communication has meant the world to us.
Over the past two years, our daughter has absolutely flourished in Lauren’s setting. She has grown in confidence, learned so much, and built beautiful friendships. From healthy meals to exciting trips and real-world experiences, Lauren goes above and beyond to make every day special and meaningful.
We all absolutely adore Lauren — she holds such a special place in our hearts. As our time with her comes to an end, we’re feeling incredibly emotional. Quite frankly, our daughter wouldn’t cope without having Lauren in her life — and we know this isn’t goodbye. We’ll always remember Lauren and we’ll definitely keep in touch, because she’s become such an important part of our lives.
Thank you, Lauren, for everything. For your love, your care, your kindness, and your unwavering support. You’ve given our daughter the most beautiful start to her early years, and for that, we will be forever grateful.
We couldn’t be happier with the care Renata provides for our twin daughters since June 2024.
From day one, she has been incredibly warm, professional and attentive to every detail of their routine and development.
Renata creates a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment where our girls feel genuinely happy and secure.
Her home is always clean, well-organized and filled with creative activities that support their learning and social skills.
It’s clear she truly cares for each child as an individual.
She communicates with us daily, keeping us informed with updates and photos, which we really appreciate. Knowing they are with someone so reliable and loving gives us great peace of mind while we’re at work.
We are very grateful to have found Renata and we highly recommend her to any parent looking for high-quality childcare.
