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Barney Bear Childminding

My son has come on so much since attending Barney Bear childminding. He’s so happy and even though at the start he used to get a little upset he now toddles in and goes to play very comfortably. I wouldn’t be happier with the care and attention he receives.
Thank you.

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by Parent about barneyb on 09/03/2018

Brilliant

My Son Jack has been at Barneybear since he was 8 months old . As a parent barneybear is what you are looking for friendly and homely environment .

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by Parent about barneyb on 21/10/2016

Simply Amazing

Gemma and Glen have been looking after my daughter Elicia full-time since she was 6 months old, she is now 14 months old. I could not have asked for better childminders, they have always treated her as part of the family and Elicia has thrived over the time spent in their care. I was extremely nervous and upset leaving Elicia with people I didn’t really know, having to go back to work but Gemma and Glen made the transition so easy for us. Elicia has never had separation anxiety, she loves being with them and she has learned so much from them and the other children. They have never let me down, are extremely reliable, operate a home from home environment, regularly go to toddler groups, take the children out and about to interesting places and genuinely offer a very loving, friendly, caring environment. Health and safety are also at the heart of everything they do and I have peace of mind at work every day knowing Elicia is in their care. We are so sad to be leaving, my career has taken me back down South to my home town of Southampton. If I could take Gemma and Glen with me I would. I would recommend these lovely people to anyone who is looking for a childminder, you will be very lucky to have them.
Thank you both for all you have done for us. We will miss you xx

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by Victoria about barneyb on 06/09/2016

Response by barneyb on 07/09/2016:

Thank you so much for your lovely review. It is so good to receive praise and have it confirmed we are doing a good job! We will miss Elicia so much and wish you both well for the future xx

Fabulous Childcare

I was dreading returning to work after having my first child and leaving Finn with a stranger and after visiting several different settings became even more panicked by the thought. This was put to rest on my first visit to Barney bear due to the warm welcoming environment that greets you. As a early years teacher I loved the fact each child has their own peg and that there were pictures celebrating the children's achievements. Gemma and Glen have been fabulous with Finn and me. Gemma was fab and very patient when I explained about how I like to lay him down, give him his bottle and even ridiculous things which you worry no one will do like you! All my first time mum worries disappeared when he cried when I went to pick him up. I love the fact that Finn has been made to feel like a member of the family and cant believe how much he has developed. He loves looking for Tiger the cat as we arrive on a morning and is always warmly welcomed. Both Gemma and Glen both have a real love for the children in their care and what they do and on an evening when I pick Finn up I find myself stopping longer due to the friendly environment they have created. Going back to work has been much easier than I'd ever have thought possible due to the high quality care and fabulous experiences Barney Bear offers Finn.

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by Parent about barneyb on 05/08/2014

Response by barneyb on 06/08/2014:

Thank you so much for those lovely comments :) We love Finn to bits and are so pleased you chose us. He is definitely part of our family too and we can't wait to see him again after the summer break.
Thank you again :)

Barney Bear Childminding

My son Ayan started going to Gemma's when he was around a year old.I had a difficult experience with the nursery with him catching lots of infections and dropping weight. From the time he started going to Gemma she took extra care making sure that she offered him different things if he refused. He settled in very well with Gemma and I can see that he is eager to go.

Gemma provides a good playroom for the children which is full of age appropriate toys and most importantly her premises are clean and organised. She takes them out on a daily basis to toddler groups. Ayan has been going to Gemma for six months now and in my experience Gemma has been very professional but understanding and accommodating at the same time.All the children seem to have a good time and Ayan enjoys playing with Luke, Dylan, Nikki and Tigger(the cat!). I feel delighted everyday when I go to pick Ayan and see these happy little faces.
Gemma is one of the best childminders around and I would strongly recommend her to anybody who is looking for one.

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by Parent about barneyb on 17/04/2012

Response by barneyb on 17/04/2012:

Thank you so much for your kind words, it means a lot to know I'm appreciated. It's lovely to see Ayan growing up and becoming more and more cheeky every week!

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by Parent about barneyb on 24/07/2011

Barney Bear Childminding

My daughter, Lauren, has attended Barney Bear Childminding since my return to work in July 2009, when she was just six months of age. Lauren attends full time (5 days per week), and my elder two daughters who are 10 and 7 attend during some of the school holidays. We choose to send the elder two to Gemma's (Barney Bear's) rather than to a school holiday club as the care they receive whilst there is exceptional, as is Lauren's. They all look forward to going there as there is always so much to do. They are reguarly taken out for day trips and picnics or to local play areas and farms, all of which they love.

I have always found Gemma to be an excellent childminder and extremely professional and caring in her important role as a childcare provider. Anybody can care for children but it takes a certain type of personality to be able to bond with children and do their job extremely well, Gemma has exceeded all of our expectations of what we would expect in a childcare provider. She is approachable, caring and provides an excellent all round childcare facility and my three daughters all adore her. The smiles on their faces are evidence of what a great time they have at Barney Bear's.
I think the key thing to note when searching for a childminder is whether or not their role is just a "job" - with Gemma it isn't, she genuinely loves what she does and truly cares about the children she looks after.

I have no hesitation in recommending the outstanding childcare service that Barney Bear Childminding offers - and can assure you that you would not be disappointed should you choose to let your child attend there too.

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by Parent about barneyb on 21/07/2011