Helen and Jo have exceeded all of our expectations as childminders to our son, Ellis. It's no exaggeration to say that he wouldn't have grown into the child he is today without the environment they've created and the support they've provided. So much imagination and attention to detail goes into every activity, we're always blown away that they have enough hours in the day (with enough time to spare to make a roast for the kids every week!). The countless days out to the zoos, parks and farms have been an incredible opportunity for Ellis to learn more about the outside world and we credit us being able to take him into any setting to these outings. We write this on Ellis's last day before starting in reception, something that we feel he's in a great position to take in his stride, given the foundation they've provided him.

If you're looking for an environment where your child will be looked after developmentally, emotionally and physically, we could not recommend Helen and Jo highly enough. We can't think of a better pair to have entrusted with our son over the past 3 years or a better group of children for him to spend his days with, it really has been a home away from home (with the added bonus of a playroom that Ellis wishes he could take with him).

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