Nicky B's 5 Star Reviews
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5 out of 5
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The childminder receives consistently excellent reviews, with parents praising her caring nature, engaging activities, and nurturing environment. Children are described as thriving in her care, enjoying outings, nutritious meals, and educational experiences. Parents appreciate the regular communication and updates provided. Overall, the childminder is highly recommended for her dedication, professionalism, and ability to make children feel safe and happy.
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Our daughter just finished her first year with Nicky and has loved every minute of it. She is so excited to go every day and didn’t have any qualms leaving us behind at the door, which was very encouraging! Nicky is really kind and caring for all the children, and we have seen through our own daughter that she’s developing really well under Nicky - she’s learning a lot and getting lots of different play experiences too.
Everything Nicky does is to a really high standard including the food provision, playgroups and daily activities. The communication is spot on, and we really enjoy hearing about all the different things they get up to!
Thoroughly recommended, and our daughter is already asking about when she’s going back after our holidays! Thank you, Nicky!
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Talitha
on 27/07/2024
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on 29/07/2024:
Thank you for your very kind words x
Everyone knows it’s the most daunting feeling leaving your child with someone that’s not family but I can honestly say we see Nicky as an extended part of our family. My son Archie has been with Nicky for 9 months now and he loves her! He even decided on her nick name himself “Nanny Nick Nicks”. Nicky goes above and beyond and has made us all feel so comfortable from the start! My son has learned so much since he has been there and genuinely loves being there, to a point he asks where she is when he’s not there. I would Strongly recommend Nicky to anyone and am so grateful we found her!
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Dominie
on 21/08/2023
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on 21/08/2023:
Thank you so much
Makes my job worth while being so appreciated. X
Cannot knock anything that Nicky does with me and my partners son. The only thing I can say that would be not so much a negative but funny really is he genuinely doesn't want to leave when we go to pick him up crying eyes out when sees us. It shows he loves it there and he does get looked after very well. Nicky will tell you all information of what has happened during the day and discuss with you of any concerns/issues occurred if there are any.
Nicky is a very polite caring childminder and I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for one.
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James
on 29/05/2022
Over the years we have built a fantastic relationship with Nicky as our eldest daughter was looked after by her for almost three years and left Nicky’s to start school a couple of years ago - we honestly couldn’t have wished for a better childminder! So when I was due to return to work after having our second daughter, we were delighted that Nicky was available to look after her too!
Nicky has been our second daughter’s childminder for over a year now and we couldn’t be happier. Nicky takes the children to play groups, soft play centres and other outings regularly (when not in a pandemic!) and she is always looking for ways to entertain, occupy and keep the children active. She offers a wide range of activities for the children to take part in both in the home and in the garden, including crafts, baking and role play and regularly updates and replenishes toys, resources and play equipment.
Since been at Nicky's, our daughter has grown in confidence and has developed a range of skills. Nicky's knowledge of Early Years is excellent and it is clear that she is passionate about her vocation. We are kept up to date with our daughter's progression and development. She communicates with us throughout the day and sends us lots of pictures too. This makes us so happy to see our daughter always smiling and in such safe hands. Nicky offers nutritional meals and snacks throughout the day and ensures the children are well fed. All activities, meals and skills are written in a daily diary which is sent home too.
It is a comfort to know that our daughter is looked after by such a caring, loving and trustworthy person - our girls consider Nicky a member of our extended family so we can’t recommend her highly enough. Thank you Nicky for everything!
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Laura61
on 21/02/2021
My daughter has been with Nicky since she was 10 months old. After visiting a lot of childminders homes I still wasn’t sure. 30 seconds with Nicky and my daughter picked for me!
The care and attention Nicky shows the children is second to none. From days out to days in, the children’s days are always packed with activities.
Fresh food is always made, and the hygiene is amazing.
I would never have anyone else look after my daughter. When you child runs to the door and doesn’t even wave at you, you know you have made the right choice and your children are safe and happy.
Nicky truly is an angel with children, I would be lost without her.
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Laura
on 02/02/2021
My daughter has been going to Nicky for a few months now and she absolutely loves it there!
Nicky has been a lifesaver since Covid 19 hit. My original childminder had to close due to Covid and I was very worried about sending my daughter somewhere else. I had viewed many places and just did not find them suitable. However as soon as I met Nicky I knew straight away this was the right place for my daughter.
Nicky offers a very loving, clean, playful and educational environment. My daughter and I absolutely love that Nicky likes to be outdoors or out interacting at playgroups or where ever else they may be visiting. Nicky always has something planned. There is never a dull moment!! I love picking my daughter up and hearing her tell me all about her exciting day. At the moment she is loving her visits to the park with the extra treat of a hot chocolate 😊.
I will be forever grateful for how accommodating and flexible Nicky has been for us. Always goes out her way to do what is best for my daughter. She actually genuinely loves and cares for the children she looks after. She definitely provides a service that is above and beyond!!
My daughter has developed a great bond with Nicky and skips in without any fuss every morning. She even asks to go on her days off!
When your child reacts like this you just know the person looking after them is doing an amazing job!
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Tasha
on 28/01/2021
My son has been going to Nicky’s for 8 months and absolutely loves going. I wanted him to have a bond with whoever he spent two days a weeks with and he loves Nicky to the point he doesn’t even blink an eye and runs in with her in the mornings.
I love the fact he doesn’t spend the whole day in the house but instead every day he is out and about in the morning before being feed like a king at lunchtime, napping and more play in the afternoon before high tea.
I feel my son is 100% safe and well looked after in Nicky’s care. I’m really sad that he is leaving her care due to me being on maternity leave but have my fingers crossed for two places when I return to work for both my children.
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Mrs V
on 11/02/2019
My daughter has been going to Nickys for nearly a year now and my gosh, she’s just made it so easy! That first day when I had to go back to work and leave my baby with a stranger, was obviously a scary and weird feeling, but Nicky just made it all ok, she sends me loads of pics throughout the day, she takes her out to play groups and soft play, she’s not confined to the house all day!
My daughter eats like a queen whilst she’s there, all homemade! She’s given us a book so we can find out what she’s eaten and being doing all day. My daughter is 19 months now and she absolutely adores Nicky! She’s come on so much since spending time with Nicky, really useful things like hand holding and being polite! I often get homemade presents from pheebs. Nicky just thinks of everything and I’m ever so grateful!
It’s a big thumbs up from us! I highly recommend! Xx
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Carrie
on 07/02/2019
My Daughter has been going to Nicky's for a year now and she loves going .
As first time parents at the time we were worried about leaving our little girl ,we viewed a few childminders but Nicky put our minds at rest straight away.We arranged a home visit with Nicky and from that we just knew Nicky was the one to look after and care for our little girl .
Nicky is a lovely ,caring,polite ,approachable and loving person.She keeps us updated with pictures throughout the day which is reassuring for us that our little girl is happy and she always contacts us straight away if there are any problems.
Nicky provides healthy meals and snacks which our daughter loves .
Nicky works with us with our daughter's routine which is great .
Nicky always takes our daughter out weather permitting and our daughter loves going out.
Since our daughter has been going to Nicky we can see how much she progressed with her development.
Would recommend Nicky to anyone to look after and care for there child. She is excellent and very knowledgeable with working with children .She is very accomdating with helping people and has helped us out loads as a family.
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Tash1611
on 11/09/2018
Our son has been with Nicky since June and we honestly could not be happier with the care he receives.
Nicky provides a range of activities and outings daily for the children including trips to playgroups, soft play and also nearby parks and farms. Her home is superbly arranged for the children with a dedicated playroom and a fantastic garden space with plenty of outdoor toys and activities, it is a home from home for the children she cares for.
Nicky provides nutritious home cooked meals and snacks and works to accommodate my fussy eater. She provides regular updates and photos, it is lovely and reassuring to see that my son is happy and enjoying his day whilst I can't be with him myself. Nicky works with us to maintain a routine with meal and nap times and this has really helped to keep his routine settled at home.
In the time he has been with Nicky my son has grown in confidence and interacts much better with other children, we really have seen change in him and my once shy and clingy child now walks confidently into Nicky's house without looking back. A nurturing person by nature, Nicky is dedicated to providing excellent child care.
Could not recommend highly enough, Nicky is an excellent Childminder.
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on 04/09/2017
Nicky has been looking after my son since May and I couldn't recommend her enough. My son has learnt so much since being with Nicky and always comes home in a happy mood. Nicky really reassured me at the beginning as I was anxious about leaving him, keeping me updated with how he is getting on, I thought this was just something she does in the beginning but she makes an effort everyday to keep me updated as much as she possibly can with what he is up to that day, which I love. Nicky is really dedicated to her job and is always very professional. You can tell she loves all of her children and her children love her back, which speaks volumes! Thanks Nicky :) x
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on 30/08/2017
Nicky has been our daughter's childminder for almost a year now and we couldn't be happier.
Nicky offers a wide range of activities for the children to take part in in the home and in the garden. The children are also taken to play groups, soft play centres and go on other outings on a regular basis which our daughter really enjoys. Since been at Nicky's, she has grown in confidence and has developed a range of skills.
Nicky's knowledge of Early Years is excellent. We are kept up to date with our daughter's progression and development. She communicates with us throughout the day and sends us lots of pictures too. This makes us so happy to see our daughter always smiling and in such safe hands. Nicky offers nutritional meals and snacks throughout the day and ensures the children are well fed.
It is a comfort to know that our daughter is looked after by such a caring, loving and trustworthy person - we couldn't recommend her highly enough. Thank you Nicky for everything you do!
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Laura61
on 05/02/2017
This is the 2nd review I have left on here as my 2nd Daughter has been going to Nicky's for the last 2 1/2 years. She also continues to collect my other Daughter from School and she has both of them during half term, which I have to say they both really look forward to, they can't wait to get there. Nicky continues to provide that extra special care for my girls whenever they are with her whether it be out and about or in her lovely home.
Like my eldest Daughter my youngest loves Nicky in the same way, she to settled in from the word go, there has never been any problems. My youngest has started Nursery part-time but Nicky still continues to look after her and collects her from Nursery. Nicky always makes sure I am up to date with the goings on at Nursery & School that day and if there has been any problems etc, which is always very helpful when you can't be there yourself.
I really don't know what I would do without her, she is wonderful and the children think so too.
Nicky is a really gem!!
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on 25/01/2017
I unexpectedly had to find a new childminder for my 3.5 year old daughter. I was nervous as had used the previous childminder for 2.5 years and was unsure how my daughter would settle. Nicky has made the whole process very easy and it's safe to say my daughter loves going there. She always comes out smiling and in the few short weeks she has been going seems to have developed a special bond with Nicky already.
Nicky does lots of activities with the children, attending playgroups, soft play and arts and crafts. She provides lovely nutritious home cooked meals and my daughter never comes home hungry. It's comforting to know Nicky provides a home from home and I get plenty of pictures of the daily activities which are always lovely to receive at work. I would highly recommend!
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on 18/01/2017
Nicky is a fantastic childminder! My daughter had only been cared for by family members since I returned to work, so I was very nervous of leaving her with anyone, and was very anxious she would not settle.
As soon as I visited Nicky, I was put at ease I knew my daughter would be happy, safe and well cared for with her. Nicky is very warm, approachable and her house is impeccable, within 5 minutes of being there my daughter had crawled off to play without a care in the world and was giving Nicky cuddles.
From the day my daughter began to visit Nicky I have seen her grow in confidence and thrive in Nicky's care, which was a reflection of how Nicky's nurturing nature and knowledge of the Early Years as aided her development.
Whenever we arrive at Nicky's house my little one cheers and says she will have fun! While in Nicky's care my daughter has experienced a wide range of activities and regularly visits play groups and goes on little outings, which she greatly enjoys. She provides lovely nutritious meals and snacks, which tempt even the fussiest toddler.
I have also been in the fortunate position to teach some if the children Nicky has cared for all of which have started school happy and ready to learn, they are always excited to visit her after school.
Thank you for your hard work and dedication!
Would highly recommend her to anyone!
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Lisa
on 11/01/2017
Nicky has looked after my little boy for 2 years now and I couldn't be more pleased
As soon as she met him she made him feel really welcome into her home and from day 1 he loved her !
It's such a lovely feeling to leave him and know he is well looked after and in great care
Nicky is always doing something with the children which I think is great!
My little boy is always excited to being with Nicky for the day and can't jump out of the car quick enough
We are extremely lucky to have found such an amazing childminder !
I would recommend nicky to anyone and would only ever leave my children with her !
Thankyou Nicky for all you do! xx
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on 02/06/2016
I currently send both my children aged 3 and 1 to Nicky 3 days a week. Both children really enjoy going to Nicky's, especially attending the different play groups and ball parks.
I do not have to worry about any aspects of my children care while they are with Nicky, as I know they are in more than capable hands. I feel at ease leaving the children while I go to work.
The home cooked meals are great and it's great to know my children are having the same nutritious food that they would be having at home.
Nicky always goes that extra mile to help both the children and us as parents. Nicky will always work with you to overcome any issues you may come across while your children are going through them difficult stages!
Thanks for being such a great childminder!!
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on 02/07/2013
Nicky is an excellent childminder - she cared for my 2 children (aged 2 and 5) when I went back to work part time. She always made the children feel at home and comfortable when with her and both of my children settled in very quickly when usually they were very clingy to me, which was comforting to know that hey were happy and enjoyed spending their time there.
Nicky would always have daily activities organised to keep them entertained, on the days where my children didnt go to Nicky I would always have complaints and questioning as to why they wasnt going as they had so much fun with her (much more fun than at home I was told!)
The food Nicky would provide was amazing - always a healthy balanced nutritious meal, and both of my children ate better there than they did at home!
Nicky is a very caring a loving person who is dedicated to her job and the wellbeing of the children in her care. If I ever need a childminder again I would not heistate to contact Nicky! Thank you Nicky for all your help! :-) xxx
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on 09/10/2012
Nickyhas looked after my two daughters for 6years. My girls love it there and very often dont want to come home with myself as she provides many interesting activities and they love being with her.
I would recommend Nicky as a reliable caring childminder. Nicky always has the children in her care in mind with everything she does.
My children are coming to the age wbhere they wont need a childminder soon and they say they still want to go when in senior school! That says it all.
When you are a full time working mom it is a comfort to have someone like Nicky look after your children.
Thank you Nicky for your careand support with the girls x x
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on 19/06/2012
Nicky cared for our son after school daily and on the odd school holidays too.
She is totally dedicated to her job and shows nothing but care and love for the children in her care,as well as safety and well being.
She has a natural way with the children and the children themselves sense that as soon as they enter Nickys home,which is clean and very welcoming.
Her food that is served is second to none,to the point my son would rather have eaten at Nickys than at home!!! She built up a great relationship up with him and he always felt secure in her care and on a couple of occasions he confided in her rather than us about small problems he was experiencing at school,which Nicky informed us immediately and the matters were to put to bed.
I can do nothing but speak highly of Nicky and her family and would not hesitate to recommend any prospective parent looking for care,from a baby to school ages. She was flexible with times etc and helped us in any way she possibly could when our work hours were over lapping. My last words are" Nick your the best!!! "and thats from our son xx
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on 07/06/2012
Where do I start.. Nicky has looked after my daughter from 9months old, she absolutely adored her and instantly a strong bond was made which made me feel at ease. Nicky fed my daughter healthy nutritious hot meals and always provided a caring fun and stimulating environment. Nicky attends various groups and activity places which I feel really helped my daughters social skills and made her time spend in childcare fun. Over the years we have collected paintings, cards, hand crafted gifts and drawings all created with love and with the support of Nicky.
She is a fantastic person who has all the qualities you could wish for in a Childminder.. She has supported my daughter through her baby and toddler years and now at 4yrs old she is a beautiful young character who is ready for big school.
Nicky goes above and beyond the calls of duty she is a true credit to her profession and I couldn't have asked for more. Nicky also cared for my son during school holidays and he always felt comfortable and cared for too, her desire to entertain the kids is really comforting, knowing that she treats them all individually and makes sure they've all had an enjoyable time with her is lovely.
Nicky you are a very special person and i just want to say we appreciate your genuine dedication and the true desire you show in your job.. I'm so glad we picked you!! Xx
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on 04/06/2012
My daughter has been with Nicky since she was 7 months old (now nearly 7 years). She absolutely adores the children that come to her and looks after them like they are her own. Lydia would even stay for a sleep over if she could!
Nicky has always shown dedication in her job and in my opinions doesn't see it as a job at all. Her home is very accomodating and is always impeccably clean. Nicky is also very personable so it feels like you are leaving you child with a family member. I had a bad experience with a local nursery and could not imagine leaving my baby with them and Nicky saved me! Lydia was one of the first babies to go to Nicky once she qualified as a childminder and it says it all when she is still there now after all this time.
I would recommend Nicky to anyone looking for a childminder in the area as she has a natural way with them and Lydia loves her like a second mum! Oh and she evens encourages her to eat food that she doesn't like at home!
Thanks Nicky love Nat, Si and Lydia, xxxx
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on 25/05/2012
My eight year old son has been going to Nickys for over a year now covering all school holidays and teacher training days etc. He is always very enthusiastic as there is always lots to do and things to occupy him. More often than not he is taken to ball parks and educational activities such as the nature centre which he finds very enjoyable. As an eight year old boy I was worried that he may get bored, but this has never been the case, he always looks forward to his time spent there which helps to put my mind at rest. I know he is treated in a loving environment which is a home from home and I cant recommend Nicky highly enough. I also believe that my son has learnt a lot of life skills with his involvement with the other children, who are always polite and respectful to adults.
I really do feel that if you want your child to have a loving second home then you will not find any where better, oh and he also says her dinners are the best!!!!
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on 24/05/2012
Nicky cared for my daughter for over two years, in this time she showed nothing but total commitment in her position as a childminder. Her meals were fantastic!! Healthy and very nutritious. She encouraged her with her social skills immensely,by intergrating her into local playgroups,song times and ball parks. Her home is very welcoming with a warm and friendly astmosphere as soon as you walk through the door. She makes all children feel at ease and has a massive amount of indoor and outdoor toys, when that is Nicky is not taking them on some kind of outing. She made a massive impact on our daughters life and im confident in saying that she gave here a great start in her life with the time she shared with her, I was very sad to have to leave Nicky,but due to my husbands job we had to move area. I would not hesitate in recommending Nicky to care for any child of any age,she has a natural way with all of them.
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on 24/05/2012
Our little boy has been going to Nicky for over 2 years. Not one day has he said he does not want to go, and always looks forward to going to Nicky's. Josh is nearing 3 and has developed into a happy sociable little boy, which is credit to Nicky . Nicky always takes the children to playgroups and days out, he is always shattered at the end of the day. Nicky is very passionate about what she does and it is clear she adores the children.
I would not hesitate in recommending Nicki as a childminder !!!!!
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on 22/05/2012
My husband and I had complete peace of mind from day 1 with Nicky. Nicky provides a 1st class service which goes beyond the normal expectations of a childminder. She always makes you feel welcome.
Nicky's home is always spotlessly clean and safety is something that you will never have to worry about. My daughter was with Nicky from 6 months old up until she went to school and was always kept well entertained and educated throughout the years with a range of different activities she did with her. I truely believe the input that Nicky put into my daughter helped with her overall development. It's very hard to leave your child and the special little things Nicky does to make this easier really helps, be it a card they have made, a painting or just a photo and text to let you know how the day is going.
The meals that Nicky provided were excellent and my daughter still talks about Nicky's roast chicken dinners. The food choices are healthy and nutrious.
I can not recommend the service that Nicky provides more highly and would not hesitate in recommending her to anyone considering a clhildminder.
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on 21/05/2012
My Daughter has been going to Nicky for over a year now, we are so pleased with her progress.
I was dreading going back to work and leaving my Daughter with someone, but after meeting Nicky for the first time my mind was put at rest. Her home is very clean and tidy all the children in her care are well behaved and Nicky is very organised. She provides healthy meals for the children every day and takes them out to different places, weather permitting. If not she provides enjoyable activities in her home, educational and fun. She always puts the childrens needs first and I never have to worry about our Daughter.
She is very passionate about her job this is one of the reasons why we picked her. Nicky is a credit to Child Minding, we class her as a friend as well as our Daughters Child Minder as she is very easy to get a long with and she is only too happy to give us advice when we need it.
She also has a lovely family who are always so friendly and give you a warm welcome whenever we see them.
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on 21/05/2012
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on 20/05/2012
My daughter goes to Nicky 3 days a week and loves going, gets excited every time we pull up to the house . She helped me get my little girl into a propa routine, she provides healthy food and snack always taking the kids to play groups, ball Pitts etc . I found it very hard to leave her when first returning to work ( which most parents would) and Nicky put my mind at ease. On my first Easter and mothers day as a parent I come home to home made cards made with Nicky , i would happily recommend Nicky to any1 she is brilliant .
Her house is always clean and there a great play area for kids
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on 19/05/2012
My son aged 10 goes to Nicky's before and after school. He always enjoys his time there, and feels really comfortable and at home. Nicky is a great childminder, she is flexible and you can tell she enjoys her job. She will also say if she thinks there are any problems at school or with friends, allowing me to sort them out. Overall, Nicky is excellent.
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on 18/05/2012
My daught has beeninthe care of Nicky Burns since May 2011 and i have no complaints what so ever!! My daughter loves going there and felt that comfortable around nicky that she walked straight in on her first day, no problems - didnt even remember to say goodbye to me she was the interested in going in and playing. Nicky is very good at putting children at ease and I would recommend her to anyone. She covers a number of activities with the children, ball pitts, activity days, playgroups, learning - ensuring the children have a nice and enjoyable time whilst in her care. I cannot fault the care my daughter has received, and as a very forward 3 year old -- she would tell you this herslef!! excellent meals and snacks are provided daily also. for flawless care, and piece of mind, Nicky Burns is a great choice!!
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