I can wholeheartedly recommend Sharon’s setting. My son started here when he was 10.5 months old and has only recently moved on to a bigger nursery/preschool (he's nearly 3) in preparation for school – he absolutely loves Sharon and her family, and we had to think long and hard before making the move.

The first thing I noticed when I went to meet Sharon was her warm, professional attitude, and the absolutely immaculate condition of the setting. There are lots of toys and resources, but no sense that the playroom or garden are crowded or disorganised. My good first impressions have held up, and it’s clear that Sharon and her daughters take their responsibilities very seriously. My son always ends the day well-fed, well-rested and happy, and I never worry about his safety or wellbeing because I know he is being carefully looked after.

He clearly also has a lot of fun. The children do drawing and craft activities, have storytime, dance, go outdoors, and play with all the toys and equipment provided. After the weeks of 2020 lockdown, I was worried he would be reluctant to leave home and go back to childcare, but my son was actually excited to go back! (He also settled quickly here at the beginning; I was particularly concerned about naps and sleep, but that seems to be really well handled here, and even my 'bad' napper got the hang of the routine within a day or two.)

I hadn't considered a childminder until my husband suggested it and I visited a few settings before settling on Tiny Town Tots, which was by far the most impressive and reassuring. A safe pair of hands for your little ones.

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