I didnt have to ask for references for Jani or ask around. I just had the opportunity to watch her interact with chilldren well before I didnt need a childminder. My parents live near Farmilo school and I would watch Jani walk past on the school run.
You can hear Jani coming before you see her! you can hear the children singing first then you will see Jani coming around the corner, normally shes singing her head off too or doing a silly dance and walk with it.
You just have to watch Jani and see children of all ages shouting her name and waving or go running up to her for a hug to know she was born to be a childminder.
I wouldnt hesitate to give Jani a good reference. My 3 yr old son loves going to her on a Friday. Not only does she make education and learning fun she is always very professional, reliable and flexible.