Michael's Reviews

Excellent, caring, friendly childcare

Both my children have been looked after by Mike and his wife Marianne. Back in 2009, I was looking for a childminder and spotted Marianne and Mike in my daughters school playground. Instantly I was drawn to them and made an enquiry. I really like the idea of a husband and wife team and have not been disappointed. I was very nervous about leaving my baby boy and worried about how my daughter would settle in. They not only took care of my children they cared about how I was too, recognizing my separation anxiety. Our children are great friends with their children as we are with them. You could not ask for anyone better to keep for your children and keep them safe while you are at work, and you can be sure that they will love and care for your children as though one of their own.
Forever grateful for everything you have done and continue to do as we approach 11 years of business but most importantly friendship.

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by Vicky about Michael on 24/09/2019

Friendly Safe and Reliable

Maz and Mike have been our childminders for seven years. They are always professional and my children are happy and secure with them. Aswell as providing a very reliable service Maz and Mike are brilliant role models for the kids. They do lots of activities and there are many stand out memories from bike riding to arriving on sledges in the snow. Many kids have been going long term so have become close friends with my own children. Highly recommended.

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by Simon about Michael on 23/09/2019

ABSOLUTELY AMAZING !!!!

My 9 year old son and 7 year old daughter have been going to Mike and Marianne (Maz) childcare services now for quite a while on a Monday after school. They are 2 of the nicest and most professional people that I know and show a genuine interest in my children and any others they look after. My son looks up to Mike and has a lot of respect for him and knows he can discuss his day with Mike or Maz especially the tough days. Only today Mike had identified that my son was not himself and without being pushy or overbearing had a little chat with him and found out the issue and discussed it with me when I came to collect him. My son felt much better that he could discuss this with Mike and I am grateful that I was made aware so I could discuss further when I got home.

I trust Mike and Maz 1000% with my children which is extremely important as let’s face it our children are the most important people in our lives and I know they are safe, educated and happy with Mike and Maz. I would HIGHLY RECOMMEND them to anyone looking for childcare in their catchment area.

Thanks guys for taking such good care of our kids.

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by SteveW about Michael on 23/09/2019

5 Star

My Son has been with Michael and Marianne’s Babydoll childcare for the past two months.

Prior to sending him to Babydoll, my son had never attended childcare. Michael and Marianne provide a home from home setting and ensured he was fully settled in and happy. They also provided me with regular updates.

What stood out to us was Michaels interaction with the children on his daily walks to school and this is something that is continued in the setting.
Michael and Marianne also have high expectations of behaviour and manners.

I would 100% recommend both Michael and Marianne to anyone as a childcare provider.

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by Kirsty about Michael on 23/09/2019

Childminder

I’ve used Maz and mike on and off for the past 12 years with my older son and then my daughter and baby. All my children have felt safe whilst being with mike and Maz, I’ve never had any issues over the years! I think that my children being in an home environment with other children has helped bring my children on Leaps and bounds! Mike and Maz are friendly amazing people would defo recommend 5***

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by Kathryn about Michael on 23/09/2019

Fantastic Professional Childcare

My Daughter has been with Marianne and Michael's Babydoll childcare since she was 10mths old and she's now almost 5 and off to School in September.

Prior to sending her to Babydoll, myself and my wife met with multiple providers in the area and though all were very good ultimately it was the setting and professionalism of Marianne and Michael which made us opt for them and I'm glad we did as our daughter has now been with them for over 4 years and absolutely loves both the setting and all the friends she has there.

One thing that stood out from the offset was that all the children were well behaved and well mannered which is down to Marianne and Michael running a tight ship and expecting no nonsense and it was these traits that were important to myself and my wife..... and the children having fun as well.

I wouldn't hesitate to recommend both Marianne and Michael and I will be continuing to use their childcare services for the foreseeable future.

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by MRearden about Michael on 17/08/2019