Dds's Reviews

Warm guiding presence

We've known Donelle for over 12 years, first as my son and daughter were minded throughout their primary schools years by his Mum, and then since as he babysat through their teens and stayed in touch ever since.

Throughout, Donelle has always had a warm presence, guiding them with calm and good humour. He shows genuine interest in, and curiosity about, their passions - imparting that special gift for a child to be seen, listened to and nurtured as they grow. This was particularly key for my son, to have male nurturing figures he could relate to.

He will bring these skills and traits to create a positive environment in the new setting.

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by Carol on 21/07/2024

Like a second family

My daughter has been in uncle DDs care since she was 6 months old (she’s now almost 2.5) and she literally jumps in his arms when she sees him! We’ve been very happy with the love and care she’s been given all through these 2 years. She’s an active, curious and outspoken little girl and she’s been nothing but encouraged to be herself and nurtured to grow at every step. She’s also learnt very good manners, always saying thank you, please and sorry and being aware of others around her. She loves books as she’s been exposed to them every day at story time. She loves to try new things and we always get pictures of her baking, crafting, painting etc. We would wholeheartedly recommend uncle DD and wish him best of luck in his new setting!

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by Forest H on 11/07/2024

Couldn’t be happier

My little boy has been with Uncle DD for 9 months now, from the age of 8 months and I genuinely feel like I am dropping him off with his second family. The love and care given to my son and the other children in DD’s setting gives me such comfort and security while I work. I know my son is learning and growing in the best ways under DD’s care, his face lights up when I drop him off every morning. Literature and reading are incredibly important to me so I also love the emphasis on books and library visits that DD has.

I absolutely cannot recommend DD highly enough, any child who gets to be in his care is incredibly lucky.

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by KPColts on 09/07/2024

Superb!

My son has been cared for by DD (or Uncle DD) since he was 10 months old. He has just turned three and he has thrived under DD's care. I could not be more delighted with the level of attention, warmth and dedication he has provided - my son has developed from a slightly anxious, shy, boy into a secure and happy toddler under DD's care, and I could not be prouder.

Theo genuinely loves his days with DD and quite literally bounces into the setting with excitement - DD creates a fun and engaging learning environment for the children, and Theo's social skills, as well as his language and motor skills, have come on leaps and bounds.

I have no hesitation in recommending DD as a childcare provider of the highest calibre - we struck gold when we found him!

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by Clare on 08/07/2024

Abundta

I am incredibly grateful to have found DD to care for my 1 now 2 year old daughter. From the very beginning, he made us feel welcome and reassured his warm and caring approach.
DD has consistently demonstrated a high level of professionalism and dedication.
One of the aspects I appreciate most about DD is his ability to create a fun and educational atmosphere. My child loves the activities and games that they organise, and I’ve noticed considerable social skills, language development, motor skills.

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by Wjw on 07/07/2024