I moved to the area so was looking for a flexible and welcoming setting for my 10/11month old and I stuck so lucky with Angela. My daughter had previously been to another childminder so I already had some idea of what to expect but Angela far exceeded my expectations and was 100 times better than the previous childminder. She would keep me informed daily on the activities through the Baby Days system but would also take the time to have a chat on drop off or pick up. She taught my daughter how to write her full name and all the phonics. My daughter has recently started school and even the teacher had commented that Angela was the first childminder she had visited (previously only visiting nurseries for visits before the children start) and said that she was blown away by how much Angela has taught the children in her setting and that she has done an amazing job with the phonics, I couldn't agree more! My daughter has grown into an intelligent and independent little girl and I can honestly say Angela has contributed to that massively. One of things I liked about Angela's setting was that it definitely felt like a home from home environment and all the children are well behaved and looked after as they're in a small group. My daughter has made such great friends in the setting over the 3 years she attended and because they are all of a similar age (under 5) they got on very well and she was very sad to leave them. I also like that Angela does a lot of different activities with the kids and occasionally goes out for walks (and was even more happy that the children aren't dragged out for a school run everyday and aren't joined by loads of older children unlike most childminders in the area!!) I would 100% recommend Angela to any of my friends and family! We miss you already Angela :(

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