Michelle F's Reviews

She's just brill!

I don't usually do this but i i'd like to say a great big thank you to Sharon.

She has been looking after my little boy for the best part of a year now, and every day is an adventure for him. He comes home telling stories of what he has learnt, where he's been, what he's done, etc every day.
We sought out a childminder that could look after Taylor whilst we both worked, and although I was a little apprehensive about the post(only because I didnt like the idea of someone else bringing my son up i might add)Sharon just fits into our life perfectly.

She takes the children far and wide, from adventures in Delemere Forest, to day trips to Knowsley Safari Park, or a picnic in the park or our local play centre Prendoolys. And to top it off hes learning as he goes, he can now understand and 'speak' in Sign Language! Yep, you read that right, he can Sign!! He paints pictures, makes things with leaves, pasta; all the things you expect but don't get from a nursery! And she keeps a diary of everything, she can tell you what he did, on what day and what he learnt at each stage...incredible that she can fit it in...i imagine late nights at the kitchen table.

She makes home cooked meals, her house is immaculate and extremely child friendly, and to be fair she's never given me any reason from day one to regret seeking her out.

Im only sad that were nearing the end of our sons' time with her as he starts school in September. The only reason I'm writing this is to help more local parents gravitate towards her, if you're looking for someone who will care for your child like she has mine then jump in, you will not find better around...believe me, we've looked!! So thanks Sharon, I hope you'll see this and smile, we appreciate every thing you've done for us and especially Taylor.

We will all miss you,

Mark

• Overall

by Parent about Michelle F on 14/07/2013

Fabulous!

There is only one word to describe my daughters childminder!

I can go to work safe in the knowledge that my daughter is being looked after and all her needs are being met.

having had a couple of different minders across newton through no fault of my own, I can honestly say that no one compared to sharon..
my daughter is 1 and has a better social life than me! she goes to the farm, the safari park, the beach and recently veen strawberry picking. she really does do an awful lot with the children. as well

• Overall

by Parent about Michelle F on 05/07/2013

Highly recommended

Sharon has been looking after my little boy 1 day a week for the past 12 months now & I cannot fault her in any way.
I feel very happy & safe in the way she looks after all the children in her care. She's extremely friendly, bubbly & always very cheery & most of all trustworthy.
My little boy is always well entertained, fed & looked after. I love seeing the smiles on his face when I pick him up & I know he's had a good day.
I would definitely recommend Sharon to anyone looking for a childminder in this area.

• Overall

by Nancy80 about Michelle F on 21/02/2013

The best ever!

Sharon looks after my one year old daughter full time and my 6 year old daughter after school and during holidays. She has looked after my eldest since just before she turned three, so we have known her for quite a long time now.

I’ve always said she is just like ‘super nanny’ cause she is just so amazing with the kids in her care. My girls love her to pieces and Sharon has become another member of our family.

She always has activities planned out for each day and takes them on regular outings to a variety of places including zoos, museums, farms, beaches, playgroups, play centres…I could go on forever. My eldest’s favourite is when they go to Liverpool and have a trip on the ferry and go to see the ‘super-lamb bananas’.

If it wasn’t for Sharon being able to look after my youngest when my maternity leave ended, I don’t think I would have returned to work. She is one of the few people who I trust completely with my children. I know that they are always safe and well cared for with her, and I know that she will make sure they have fun filled days, whilst ensuring that they learn not just about their ABC’s and 123’s, but also about how to grow up into good people.

She doesn’t tolerate any misbehaviour, but she is fair and listens to the children and explains in a caring but firm voice as to why the behaviour is wrong. She puts a huge emphasis on feelings and asks children how they would feel if it was them. This has left a lasting impression on my eldest, who I am told by her school teachers is the peace maker when her friends fallout.

She works very closely with her families to make sure that her childcare is consistent with how we do things at home. She keeps us updated with daily diaries, so that we know what they have been up to, how many naps they’ve had, any developmental achievements, what they ate and even how many nappy changes, so that we don’t feel we are missing out while we are working.

I also know that if ever we needed anything, whether or not it is childcare related, she will be there to listen and help in anyway she can.
My youngest gets so excited whenever I say that we have to get ready for Sharon’s. She will run to the front door and shout ‘aaarrraaannn’(her sound for Sharon) with a big grin on her face.

Over the years we have got to know her family very well. Her husband Peter is fantastic with the kids, both my girls love him to bits and my eldest always wants to go say hello whenever we walk past Prendoolys. The boys are an absolute credit to Sharon and Peter and are both like big brothers to all the kids Sharon looks after. They join them on daytrips and I have turned up many times to find them reading the kids stories and getting involved in games, no matter how babyish and they don’t care if it makes them look ‘un-cool’ in front of their friends.

I think that anyone would be hard pressed to find a childminder who loves her job as much as Sharon, she is just one of them rare people who can get along with anyone, no matter how young or old, no matter what background they come from, she just cares about people and especially children.
I feel extremely lucky to have Sharon look after my children.

• Overall

by Parent about Michelle F on 05/09/2011

Absolutely Recommended

Sharon is a natural with children, she automatically adapts her approach to best suit each child’s needs & engages at an age appropriate level.
She is a dedicated childminder, who is passionate to every aspect of the child’s development; emotional, physical, educational & social development. She provides excellent care to the children by way of educational toys, fun games, healthy meals & snacks, day trips out, singing songs in the car (although xfactor are not missing out!) and she keeps excellent personal records of each child’s achievements and development that are given to the parents.

Sharon provided care to my child whilst I studied at university. She was very flexible whenever I was in need of changing an arrangement. My son enjoyed the care she provided and thinks fondly of her.

Sharon always has a cheery disposition, she has a fair but firm approach to her work & as a busy working mum, it gave me peace of mind knowing my child was in the safe & capable hands of Sharon.

• Overall

by Parent about Michelle F on 03/09/2011

Highly Recommended!

Sharon looked after my first daughter, and I cannot fault her in anything she did!

As a single mum at the time, Sharon was always on hand with advice and support for me with regards to looking after my daughter, and my daughter worships the ground she walks on!

Sharon engages in many activities with the children and is very rarely in the house, come rain or shine, there is always an activity day out planned for the children, which caters for all ages of the youngsters Sharon looks after.
Sharon puts 100% into everything she does with the children. Any meals she provides are 100% fresh, home-cooked food, nothing is tinned or packet frozen food.

From day one of my daughter going into the care of Sharon, there was an instant connection/relationship between my daughter and my self, and my child knew within a matter of days of the boundaries that were in place.

I would highly recommend Sharon Prendergast to anyone looking for a Childminder, and I hope that once my new baby is here, I am lucky enough to secure a place for her!

• Overall

by Parent about Michelle F on 30/08/2011