We have been extremely happy with the care our son has received, and the great progress he has made whilst in Amanda’s care. Amanda’s home is always welcoming, clean and well organized but above all this it’s Amanda’s warmth and friendliness and a no-nonsense approach which sets her apart from other childminders.
Amanda is the most incredible childminder and person you’d ever wish to be in the care of your child, the moment I met Amanda I was reassured she was the only person to look after my little one. Amanda has the most warming of presence and makes you feel at ease instantly.
Amanda is super organised with her weeks filled in advance of days out that are structed for the children’s ages, their interests and takes their personal needs into account, at home the children have a huge range of toys and activities to keep them busy. Amanda is dedicated to the children and will tailor her planning to incorporate my child’s interests or a family/special event coming up. The children are super busy in their days like visiting playgroups, library visits, museum visits, park trips and National Trust and have a whole wide support circle of other childminders they regularly meet with, so the children have a range of age groups and a big circle of friends.
It was because of Amanda’s great understanding and relationship with our son that she picked up on his speech not developing as it should do due to all the advanced courses Amanda regularly attends and so with her support my son received Speech Therapy which he flew through having 1 session each month for 8 months – this again is because of Amanda’s on hand practice with him and explaining to us at home ways to help further his speech, I do not believe we’d have received such personalised care if he’d attended a larger setting and that he’d not have successfully completed his course without her commitment.
Our son has felt like a part of Amanda’s family so much, so he has a very sweet close bond to Chris and adores Bambi & Bracken along with the ‘stars’ of the pet zoo – the two tortoises, oh and Bunny! Meals are always freshly made and enjoyed, I haven’t once heard our son complain about not enjoying Amanda’s food or ever being hungry. Amanda has also provided me with flexibility when unforeseen family events or work commitments have a risen, she has been on hand to support us.

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