Rachel has been looking after my son Reuben since I returned to work on a pert-time basis. I feel very lucky to have found her. I was very nervous about leaving him and Rachel made the whole process so much easier for me - so much so that I have been able to take on extra work and know that he is happy and safe with her.

I doubt Rachel needs this recommendation, she is that good! Her own children are a credit to her. Rachel has a mixture of children in her care so Reuben is fully socialised. Rachel lives very close to other childminders so they often meet and do things together.

Reuben has developed really quickly since he has been with Rachel although she won't take the credit for this! She has taken him to playgroups and helped him with his walking and development.

I intend to keep Reuben with Rachel and will hopefully continue to use her if I have further children. She really is brilliant!