Both of our children, Chloe aged 4 and Sam aged 7, went to Nat from the age of 12 months up until school age (with Chloe due to start school in a few months' time!) We cannot praise her highly enough - for the last 6.5 years she has provided a loving, safe, stimulating and happy home-from-home for our children, and they have enjoyed every second of it.

Nat's play room is spacious and bright, full of fun and educational toys, with the children's artwork decorating the walls. The outside space is also fantastic, with a mud kitchen, plants, and regular visits from Harvey the dog! As well as playing and crafting at Nat's, they spend a lot of time out and about with Nat's childminding friend and her children - visiting parks, pet shops and soft play, to name a few! They have also spent time at a local care home for the elderly - a wonderful initiative which both the children and residents have loved.

Nat is incredibly approachable and welcoming, making you and you and your children feel part of the setting as soon as you step in. She sends home a folder full of observations and steps for learning twice a year, and encourages parent feedback. She also shares this information with other childcare providers who you may use alongside her, e.g. Sam and Chloe both attended pre-school leading up to starting big school. On a day-to-day basis Nat shares photos of what the children have been up to on a private Facebook group (which only parents/relatives are invited to join), and this is lovely to see! She achieved 'outstanding' in her latest Ofsted report, which is a testament to her hard work and dedication.

I can barely believe that the day has come when both of my babies will be at school instead of with Nat! She has been a huge part of their early years, and we feel so fortunate to have found her. To any prospective parents, we cannot recommend her highly enough!

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