My daughter Chloe has been with Angela since she was 21 months, and sadly after just over 2 years, we have had to say goodbye to her as I am expecting baby number 2.

Chloe had previously been at a local nursery, and I was left very disheartened when I would pick up my previously confident and sociable girl absolutely crying her eyes out. It wasn't the right environment for her, so I looked into childminders. After visiting 4 or 5 in the local area, I immediately clicked with Angela, and I knew she was the right fit for my daughter!

The bond between them was instant, and Angela treated Chloe like her own from Day 1. The difference in Chloe was amazing- she absolutely thrived in Angela's care, and there were no tears at pick up anymore, which was such a relief!!

Everyday was an adventure at Angelas- they visited multiple toddler groups in the week, went on trips to local garden centres, parks, play dates with other childminders, tons of creative activities at home (including Chloe's favourite- making and playing with homemade play dough!). Angela's house is immaculate and she has a beautiful garden for the children to play in. She was also very flexible and accommodating if we needed to drop or pick Chloe up at slightly different times.

But for me, the thing I love the most is that Angela feels like family now. Chloe loves her to pieces, and always tells me how much she misses her when she isn't there! Chloe was welcomed into Angela's family, and she absolutely dotes on Angela's husband and two lovely daughters, who went above and beyond to make Chloe feel special. It was a home away from home for Chloe, and I didn't worry about her one bit when I was at work! I know Chloe and Angela will always have a special bond, and know we will stay in touch for many years to come!

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