Ann has been looking after my son since he was 9 months old when I returned to work. I was worried that I wouldn’t feel comfortable leaving him with anyone, but Ann and her assistant Ruby are so lovely and my son adores them and he loves being dropped off there. He gives Ann the biggest cuddle every morning (he’s not like that with many people!) and it’s so lovely to see their bond. After he started saying mama / dada, his third word was Ann!

I viewed a few nurseries but I decided I really wanted him to be with a childminder who will take him out to different places. Ann and Ruby are always out and about with the kids at playgroups, softplay, parks and sometimes they all go out for lunch. My son has the most fun every day and I love hearing what they get up to.

I honestly couldn’t wish for a nicer family to look after him. I can’t recommend Ann highly enough, she’s the most amazing childminder!

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