Fiona Mc's Reviews
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4.86 out of 5
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This childminder consistently receives glowing reviews, with parents praising their nurturing and professional approach. They provide a warm, welcoming environment with engaging activities and outings. Children form strong bonds with the childminder and their family, often considering them as extended family. Parents appreciate the regular updates, flexibility, and support with developmental milestones. Overall, the childminder is highly recommended for their excellent care and dedication.
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Below are the latest reviews for Fiona Mc. Please note that reviews represent the subjective opinions of other Childcare.co.uk members and not of Childcare.co.uk. Parents must carry out their own checks and references on childcare providers to ensure that they are completely happy before enaging in the use of their services.
I found Fiona through this website in 2021. I was looking for a local childminder for my daughter who started with Fiona when she was eight months old. Fiona and Vince have been saviours at such a challenging time- my daughter considers them both to be family and I couldn't recommend them more highly. Fiona goes out of her way to communicate with parents, keep them updated and discuss in depth any worries or concerns. She is highly experienced and knowledgeable, always available and I don't know what I'd do without her.
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Abioaks
on 27/01/2023
We were recommended Fiona by the nursery we were sending our 3 year old girl to and are so happy we found Fiona! Both my 3 year old and 2 year old girls were looked after by Fiona and her assistant and husband Vince who has a great way with children and both the girls warmed so quickly to Vince too. The girls loved going to Fiona's house from the very beginning. It is obvious that Fiona has a special love for children and the nurturing, loving way she cares for children shines. From home cooked food to doing arts and crafts and being taken on day trips, my girls were lucky to have them as their child care providers. We would get regular updates throughout the day about the girls which was lovely and a wonderful journal of their development. I have recommended Fiona to others and will carry on doing so. Special memories made with her and her lovely family.
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Marion
on 06/09/2022
Both my son and daughter have spent time with Fiona over the past 1.5 years. She provides a warm and welcoming environment, with great activities to suit every age and ability. My children love spending time with her - leaving happily and returning smiling each time. Fiona has helped me with potty and sleep training support, nothing has ever been too much trouble. She is very caring and attentive, providing good healthy meals and regular reports of their progress. I can't recommend her highly enough.
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James
on 24/08/2021
Fiona has looked after my son for 2 years and I cannot recommend her enough. Since leaving him with Fiona at 10 months old to go back to work I have felt so comfortable and happy with his care. He has absolutely loved every day with Fiona, her time and patience with the children is brilliant, they warm to her so much and her home is so welcoming. My son has never once not wanted to go and each day he leaves happy and well fed. They regularly do different activities and when the times have permitted they visit the local farms, parks and more. Thank you Fiona for being wonderful xx
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Caroline
on 06/03/2021
Fiona had my little boy for over two years and I can honestly say she was amazing with him, he loved going to Fiona he was very happy there and I was very happy with everything, I had never used a childminder before but Fiona was so good with him it made it easier to leave him
Could recommend her enough x
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Emma W
on 22/12/2020
From the moment we first met Fiona, I knew we had made the right choice for childcare. Our son took to her immediately and it was lovely to see him so relaxed in her home. It took a lot of the worry away for me when returning to work, knowing that he happy and settled.
Almost two years on, our son still adores Fiona and thinks of her and her family as as part of his own. He talks about them all of the time, which is really important to us because of how much time he spends away from home.
You will not find a more caring childminder than Fiona.
She is very involved in all aspects of the children’s development and wellbeing and has been a huge help to us with many milestones. It’s much more than a job to her, and that’s evident in many of the things she does.
Fiona and her husband take the children out several times a week, and keep us updated regularly with texts and photos. They provide home cooked meals everyday which our son has always loved (even when going through fussy spells at home!).
We cannot give enough praise to Fiona for everything she has done for our son so far. It is truly first class care.
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Nicola
on 25/05/2020
fiona looked after my little boy he was very shy and also didn't like anyone apart from me. He grow to like going to fiona she was very good with him and felt no need to worry leaving him there.
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Kim
on 24/05/2020
Leaving my two year old with a minder was a worry but my anxieties were dealt with in a very understanding manner by Fiona and hubby. They were also very patient with baby R, kept in regular contact with me throughout the day with pics and updates of her behaviour/eating/sleeping habits. Should I need a minder in the future I will definately come back and I recommend her to anyone in search of a minders in Potters Bar especially for anyone with children at Cranborne.
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missbrow
on 23/05/2019
Fiona is amazing, I knew from the first moment we spoke that I wanted her to care for my little boy.
She is just excellent in every way.
My Little Boy adores her and every morning when we pull up he cant wait to get out of the car and runs in - so that speaks volumes!
Fiona does so much with then children from making things with to them to taking them out. He often comes home with things he has made that day.
My little boy is so happy with her,she cares for my son in the way I would and I trust her a million percent!
Fiona keeps you constantly updated on the days events, eating, sleeping etc.
Having tried other child care with my first child,I really wish I had found Fiona years ago!
Fiona and all her family are so welcoming and friendly, its like home from home for my little boy and I really cant recommend her enough.
If you are looking for someone in this area then look no further as when you first meet Fiona I am sure you will feel the same as I did!
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Evelyn
on 13/03/2019
I have used Fiona for both my boys 9&4 over the last year. She made them feel very welcome and settled almost immediately. She had lots of activities for then to get involved in over the summer and they particularly enjoyed going to Willow farm. Dropping and picking up from the local primary was a real help and she is very familiar with the teachers in Cranbourne which meant communication even when we were unable to pickup from school was current.
My younger one absolutely loved playing in the garden
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MamaRote
on 13/08/2018
Fiona has taken care of our girls for over 11 years in total. Through all the ups and downs of family life, my children have been well loved and looked after by Nona.
Fiona cares for children, and this is evident by the level of service she provides.
Fiona has given me peace of mind, which money can not buy.
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on 15/07/2018
I introduced my little one to Fiona when he was only 9 months old. I had to return to work weeks later and felt very anxious leaving my precious with a 'stranger'. Fiona made my return to work comfortable, she kept me updated with texts and pictures every day.
She always makes time to talk about my son and knows him so well. He loves going to her home, he is greeting her with big smiles every morning and he has been with her for over a year now.
Fiona is compassionate about children, she is great at teaching and very aware of health issues and the typical baby / toddler problems i.e. teething and sleeping.
Fiona shows so much emotional warmth towards the children in her care, my son is getting his cuddles when I'm at work. Working with children myself I know my son is safeguarded, well looked after and loved when he is with her.
I highly recommend Fiona and so does my son.
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on 01/06/2016
My daughter has been with Fiona since she was 8 months old (now nearly 2). I felt so comfortable leaving my daughter in her care, she is calm, friendly, easy to talk to, a complete natural with children and my daughter was at ease within minutes on the first meeting!
I love the fact that she creates a homely environment, does lots of different activities and takes the children to different groups.
My daughter is always talking about what she's been up to and is always raring to go in the morning and play with all the toys! She is so happy there, so definitely recommend the lovely Fiona!
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on 16/04/2016
Looks after my daughter.
Quite simply the Mary Poppins of Potters Bar.
We would be lost without her.
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on 23/06/2015
Fiona has been looking after my 4 year old daughter since she was 8 months old and my daughter simply adores her!
When I met Fiona I immediately felt comfortable with the idea of leaving my daughter in her care.
From the very first time I left my daughter in Fiona's care my mind was perfectly at ease as I knew she would be happy and well cared for.
The facilities Fiona has are great and have always been tailored to my daughters age, needs and learning ability. Fiona also attends playgroups which has been great for my daughters social skills and mixing with other children.
Fiona has been great with my daughter and would be irreplaceable to me!
I highly recommend Fiona she is passionate about what she does and its not just a job to her, she truly cares!
Thanks a million for all that you do!!
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on 21/06/2015
Fiona has been my daughters child minder for 7 months now since she was 11 months old. When looking for a child minder, We visited a few but I knew instinctively as soon as we met Fiona that I wanted her to look after my baby. My (normally) fussy princess took to her within a couple of minutes of meeting her.
Fiona has been really flexible with my changing requirements and is so loving and caring towards all of the children. She has a fab garden for the warmer days and even in the winter, they are always out and about at playgroups, the library or somewhere else.
My daughter absolutely adores "Nona" and her family and I would be lost without her. I would highly recommend Fiona to anyone considering using her for their childcare needs.
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on 24/01/2015
Fiona was my last hope when no one had a space for my baby when i was about to start work.Fiona took little D whole heartedly when he was just 9months and now he is 13months.Little D started walking even before his 1st birthday and he is now trying to talk thanks to the hardwork of Fiona,she is very flexible,considerate,spends quality time with little D.When am at work my mind is at peace because i know little D is in good hands,there is not even a day when little D cries when i drop him off at Fiona's.The last think i will say is no matter your race,colour or religion Fiona will receive you with open arms.
Barbara & Daniel
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on 31/07/2014
Fiona has been a childminder for our two girls (4 and 7) for six months and we are very happy. Both girls settled very quickly and they enjoy doing art and craft activities, baking and playing outside in Fiona's large garden.
Fiona is very flexible and accommodating and we wouldn't hesitate to recommend her.
On a recent school INSET day, given the choice between staying at home or spending the day with Fiona, both girls chose Fiona!
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on 05/05/2014
Fiona was our sons childminder and they both became very attached to her. They enjoyed their time at Fiona’s either playing with the toys, interacting with the other children or doing an activity such as painting, drawing, baking or playing in the garden. Although I supplied lunch, Fiona provided a light tea and healthy snacks which was a great help. Fiona also promoted good personal hygiene by encouraging hand washing before eating and after using the toilet. Fiona always seemed very calm and patient and had a lovely manner with all the children. Both my husband and I were very happy with the level of care that our sons received with Fiona and we would have no hesitation in recommending her to other parents.
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on 12/04/2014
My 2 year old son has been with Fiona for the past 2 months and he absolutely love it there, he enjoys playing in the garden and is always drawing/painting pictures to bring home with him.
Fiona is also helping him develop his language skills and he is talking and laughing more and more each day and he is coming out of his shyness. Fiona is very professional and flexible with meeting the childs and parents needs or requirements.
My son never wants to come home, which says to me that he has had a fantastic day! Fiona is highly recommended.
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