Where to begin? Petra has been warm, trustworthy and reliable from the moment I contacted her a few weeks before my return to work 2 years ago.

Petra has cared for my daughter for 2 years (from 12 months to 3 years old!) and my son joined her at Petra's setting 4 months ago. Our children are moving on only because we have moved away from the area - we are all really sad to be leaving Petra!

My children both settled quickly with Petra and it is obvious that they feel completely at home in her home. I trust Petra completely and going back to work (both times!) has been made so much easier knowing that the kids are safe and happy with her. Petra's communication is excellent - regular updates including photos of the kids' days and the daily communication book are great (nap times, what they've eaten, when they pooped!). The kids are always busy with play, activities and outings - they are in the garden most days too which they love. I value the fact that Petra is flexible with the kids and if they are tired, or maybe teething and just need a quiet, snuggly sofa day - then that is what they get! Petra has definitely helped our children to learn new things and skills - but in a really relaxed way - everything from skills like wiping your nose or putting your drink back to naming colours and interesting facts about the solar system or rock pools!

Children tend to stay with Petra for a long time, so my daughter really has some little friends when she spends the day with Peppa (as the kids call her!). Petra's own kids are just so lovely and always great with her mindees - it has really felt like Petra's is a home away from home and my kids are part of the family while they are there.

Petra has a warm, reassuring and calm presence - as well as taking great care of my children, she has always been there to provide advice or just a listening ear as I navigate the challenges (potty training! sleepless nights!) of being a parent to two small people.

We have been really fortunate to have Petra in our lives for the past 2 years and we will all truly miss her. Thank you Petra!