After an anxious search for someone to pick up and care for my most precious possession, I was fortunate to find Maria. She has two gorgeous boys who make for an excellent reference and the three of them are amazing with my son. They've all taken him under their wing although he's a part of the family. He isn't a general hugger and insists on giving them all a big squeeze before he leaves. He's even enthusiastic about going to school because Maria is coming to get him later! They have a brilliant relationship which is a joy to witness. I'm keen to write a review so that Maria gets the work she deserves and to maybe help reassure a parent looking at options.

From a practical point of view, Maria does full day care from 8am to 6PM, pick ups, drop offs and holidays which can be difficult to find. She just had her ofsted inspection and got a Good.

She is also very easy company which I think is important for someone you will be seeing almost every day for many years!