I cannot recommend Karen highly enough as a childminder. From the moment our son, Fela, started going to her at just one year old, we knew we had found someone truly special. Over the 14 months he spent in her care, Karen not only became a key part of Fela's life, but also a wonderful support to us as parents.

Karen creates such a warm, nurturing environment where children feel safe, happy, and excited to learn. Her forest school setting is a real highlight, with daily adventures in nature allowing the children to explore the outdoors and develop a love for the world around them. Fela absolutely loved his time with Karen—he looked forward to going every morning, gleefully calling her "TAREN." They spent hours in local parks, and thanks to Karen's strong community of fellow childminders, Fela had the perfect balance of individual attention and opportunities to socialise with other children.

The impact of Karen's care on Fela has been remarkable. Since starting nursery, we've had so many comments on his calm temperament and his ability to play independently—traits we know were nurtured during his time with her. Karen goes above and beyond, always thinking about how to support both the children and their parents. She often helped with pick-ups and drop-offs when we were stuck, which made such a difference during our busiest times.

As a parent herself, Karen truly understands the challenges of juggling work and family, and her empathy shines through in everything she does. I also came to cherish the chats we'd have at drop-off and collection—Karen’s warmth and positive energy were always a bright start to my day (even if I did miss a few trains in the process!).

We are so grateful to Karen for the love, care, and joy she brought to Fela’s early years. We couldn't have asked for a better start for him, and I would recommend her wholeheartedly to any parent.

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