Suki is a fantastic childminder who offers a loving and exciting home for the children she looks after. When I was initially looking for childcare I thought a nursery would be better - I work shifts and I can't alway choose my holiday's and neither can my husband.

I walked round lots of nurseries but felt understandably anxious about leaving my 8 month old there for long days. Added to this my little one was quite shy around other children and was not moving around yet. When I met with Suki she seemed to instantly understand my needs and those of my little one. She assured me that she could fit around my slightly awkward hours and the fact the routine changed every week. Suki embraced this and welcomed Elliot into her home with open arms.

Elliot loves going to Suki's house. In the morning when I tell him we are going there he excitedly runs into the living room and gets a toy to take to her. When we get to her house he runs straight down the hall into the playroom without a glance in my direction most mornings. If he is upset because he is tired or unwell then I get a photo text to me a few minutes later to reassure me he is settled and happy.

Suki gives regular updates of activities through emails (with photos and videos) and a diary that is completed each day. Elliot loves the food and snacks he gets there as well as all the activities and craft projects. I was keen for Elliot to have baby-led-weaning and Suki accommodated this with no problem.

Elliot has a great relationship with both Suki's children and husband. Suki's youngest son is like an older brother to Elliot and his face lights just by mentioning him.

I am so glad I made the choice for Elliot to go to Suki's home. I never worry about him when I am at work and I feel so grateful that Suki is so flexible about changes to the routine. Thank you Suki.