Helen has looked after both of my children for a number of years up until each of them started school and has been absolutlely fantastic. My little boy starts school in September and had his last day with Helen a couple of weeks ago which made me think back over the time he has spent in her care and how thankful and lucky I am to have found a childminder like her. She provides a safe, caring and fun environment and it has been wonderful to be able to leave my children with someone I trust 100% to keep them out of harms way while I am at work. Helen has always made sure my children have lots of fun, with many trips out, lots of good messy play and activities to help develop their understanding of the world around them. Importantly Helen also recognises when they need some quiet time and her home provides lovely environment to play safely. I cannot recommend Helen highly enough, she is intelligent, caring and fun and I will always be thankful to her for all she has done.