Niki was our son's first childminder and I can't praise her enough! She regularly messaged me throughout the day to say how Archie was doing and also sent me pictures of what he was up to. She provided excellent meals and activities and took Archie out on plenty of nature walks which he loves. His confidence has grown and he loves talking to and meeting new people, which I think has been developed from being with Niki. If you want to feel totally at ease with who your child is being looked after, I'd suggest you go with Niki.

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