Nelly's little elephants's Reviews
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Average Rating:
(5 from 12 reviews)
Nellie has been with Karen and the lovely ladies for just a year and I can only applaud for there hard work and effort they put in with all the children in attendance.
My little girl has even started to eat meat which before I have struggled with since weaning, the variety of foods that are given as evening meal.
I cannot fault this setting, my little Nellie has thrived in everyway. I just love how happy she is here and highly recommend any parents/children looking to view/start with Nellys.
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My little boy really enjoys going to Nelly's little elephants. He started when he was 1 and has been there for over a year. He has loved going since the start and is always happy.
Karen, Zoe and all the ladies are lovely and I know they love all of the children they look after.
They do lots of different activities and also get to play outside lots.
I always know my baby is happy and looked after there 🥰
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My little boy has been at nelly’s for 3 years, his baby sister has also started there this year!
Over the years Karen & her team have grown into more then just our childminders. They are second parents!
My little boy has struggled with his speech, which is why I kept him with Karen instead of sending him to a school nursery this past year. Karen has fought for us through the local authority to get speech therapy! She does 1:1 sessions with him and has really gone above & beyond to support him and me!
Karen provides me with regular updates on his development and advice on what I need to be doing to help. All Karen’s & her teams hard work is paying off and my little boys speech has not only just improved but his behaviour too since he struggled with his communication.
I honestly can say I do not know more caring, kind and loving people. They are there to give second mummy cuddles when my babies are feeling sad, celebrate their achievements and mould them into fun little people!
Lastly Karen’s home and setting is perfect, she provides a home from home feeling with a separate classroom in her garden. Her garden is full of fun educational experiences for our little ones to explore and learn! Know your children will be happy, loved & safe if you choose Nellys!
I just want to say the biggest thank you, to Karen, Zoe, Claire & Kerry for everything they do for my little monsters!
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Our little boy has been going to Nellys since he was 1. He’s 20 months now. From the moment we met Karen we knew this was setting we wanted him to attend. He has a wonderful relationship with Karen, his keyworker Zoe and the rest of the children.
Our boy has developed a true interest in animals and I put this down to Karen’s two dogs and rabbit. Our son is thriving at Nellys and she makes every effort to ensure she communicates with parents about how our child is developing.
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My son has been going here since he was a baby & he is now 3! He loves everyone at nellys elephants! Karen & her team are amazing! Feels like a little family! My son learns so much from karen & her team. My son is always asking when he has nursery. Highly reccomend karen & her team đź’–
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My husband and I, visited a number of nurseries in the area and in my opinion most of the nurseries are not on the same level as Nellys little elephant childminder.
From the moment we stepped into Nellys little elephant’s (Karens home) we knew right away that this was the place for our dd. We had 4 main points we looked for:
* Is the environment bright and colourful? – Yes! Nelly’s was very colourful and bright, which gave a happy, warm and safe atmosphere.
* Are the staff friendly? - Yes, there is always a friendly face to open the door. The staff are very caring, which gave me the peace of mind I needed to feel comfortable with sending my dd to Nelly’s every single day with little to no worries.
* Is there a wide range of activities for the kids? – Yes, absolutely (arts and craft, singing, counting, learning about garden creatures etc.- the list goes on). If you are looking for childcare that will stimulate you little one then this is the place for you.
* Outdoor activities? – Yes! Karen has got a lovely size garden space for the kids, with a variety of activities for them to do, in addition to this, they also have regular visits to the local play group amongst other things.
I should also add that since my dd has been at Nelly’s I have had regular updates on her daily activities, pictures included.
In a nut shell if you are looking for peace of mind with your childcare… then you will definitely get it here.
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Wumi
about
Nellys
on 22/06/2018
Response by
Nellys
on 11/07/2018:
Thats so wonderful to hear, I am so glad that you are happy with our service. We love all the children like our own. I have the best job in the world xx
My two sons have been going to Nellys for nearly 2 years now. After viewing numerous childminders, I was instantly put at ease when I walked into nellys, and knew this was the place to leave my children.
At the beginning my youngest suffered with severe separation from me and I left him crying every morning,which was heartbreaking, but with the support and love of Karen and her wonderful team, my son soon became comfortable and looked forward to going. All of the staff care and love the children like their own and I couldn’t ask for more for my precious boys.
Nellys has a great setting and provide a wide range of activities and I would totally recommend them. Both my boys love going to Nellys and have both come on leaps and bounds from being in the care of such kind and loving people.
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Parent
about
Nellys
on 21/06/2018
Response by
Nellys
on 11/07/2018:
Thats so lovely to hear. I am so happy that you are happy with our service. Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a wonderful review.
My little one has been with Karen since 10 months old. He is now 3.5 and loves every day that he spends there. They have a great setting with everything you would expect from a nursery. Only this is Karen's home. They have separate toy room, great garden toys, sensory, baby toys. I couldn't be more happy with our choice to use nelly's little elephants. They are a great team and couldn't thank them enough.
If anyone is looking for care in bexley this is one of the best. X
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about
Nellys
on 21/06/2018
Response by
Nellys
on 11/07/2018:
Thank you for your wonderful comments. I am so pleased that you are happy with our service. I have the best job in the world xx
When my daughter was having difficulties at nursery, we knew we had to find a safer, more secure environment for her and my son, who was also due to be starting as I was heading back to work after maternity leave. It was such a difficult time for us all, with lots of tears before bedtime every night before she had to go to nursery. I couldn’t keep putting her through the upset, or place my son there.
I was recommended Nellys by an NCT friend. I called Karen and explained my situation, and instantly I found her charming, approachable, understanding and so caring, and this was all before we had even met! We went to view Nellys in action the following day and my usually shy, quiet, clingy child followed Gina outside to see what Aunty Jo and the other children were doing as I spoke with other members of staff. I couldn’t believe my eyes!! At bedtime I asked my daughter where she wanted to be whilst mummy and daddy were at work, she instantly said “Karen’s house!”
We have never looked back. Both my children are adored by all the staff and they treat them like they are their own. When they are under the weather, they are cuddled. When they need a challenge, they are motivated. The love that is there from all the staff is immeasurable. My children adore all the staff and children at Nellys and run inside every morning without turning to say goodbye. This is the way childcare should be; Safe, secure and trustworthy. I can’t bare to think of how my daughter would be if we hadn’t found Nellys. Both my children have thrived and grown over the last 7 months. I can’t recommend the staff and environment highly enough; especially the giant paddling pool, slides, construction equipment and play things, not to mention the regular craft and cooking activities.
Thank you ladies, from the bottom of my heart xx
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MrsLB
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Nellys
on 20/06/2018
Response by
Nellys
on 11/07/2018:
Thats so wonderful to read, I have a big lump in my throat. I remember how shy and unsettled she was - just look at her now! I am so proud of her, of both of them little cuties. xxx
My son has now been here full time for 3.5yrs and will continue for before and after school care when he starts school this year.
Its a wonderful setting and a perfect mix between a home setting and a nursery. Well staffed by several qualified childcare professionals with a fantastic and well thought out developmental programme but with those safe, reassuring touches you get with a home setting. Karen and her team genuinely adore what they do and it shows, and the kids and parents all love the team back. It's a great network to be part of.
It's a heart and gut wrenching decision who to leave your children with, but myself and every other parent of a child at Nelly's couldn't recommend them highly enough.
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Abi
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Nellys
on 20/06/2018
Response by
Nellys
on 11/07/2018:
Such lovely words I have al lump in my throat! I just wish I could keep them all forever!!! I love my job and every child i care for. Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a wonderful review. xx
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