Latest Reviews
Here are some of the latest reviews that we have received from parents who have used childcare providers and tutors listed on Childcare.co.uk.
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4.89 from 72,653 reviews
Sienna was the third child minder I used for my at the time 2 year old daughter.
Once Sienna started working with my daughter, I have never needed any one else’s services since.
She bonded incredibly well and quickly with my daughter, earning her trust and making her at ease very quickly. My daughter is shy with new people, so first impressions were great.
I needed Sienna for early morning starts, for which she was very reliable and never let me down.
She was great at getting my daughter to eat her food properly, work on good habits and weening off her dummy.
She regularly took my daughter out to the park and ensured she had a very positive play space at all times.
My daughter still asks about her since we stopped using her services regularly. Due only to my changing work schedule and not any fault of hers.
I would highly recommend Seinna for your child care needs.
Sulaiman
Kim has been an absolutely incredible childminder for my son over the past two years, and I genuinely couldn’t have asked for anything more. From the very beginning, she created such a warm, safe, and nurturing environment where my son felt completely at ease. Her caring and understanding nature really shines through in everything she does, and it’s clear how much she truly loves and values the children in her care.
My son always looked forward to going to Kim’s he would be excited to visit the farm and play groups, which says everything about how happy and comfortable he felt with her. She has such a natural ability to connect with children, supporting their development while also making every day fun, engaging, and full of positive experiences. I’ve seen my son grow in confidence, independence, and happiness during his time with her, and I know that’s largely thanks to Kim’s dedication and encouragement.
Kim is also incredibly reliable, patient, and thoughtful. She communicates brilliantly, always keeping me updated and reassured, and she consistently goes above and beyond to make sure both children and parents feel supported.
We are so sad that the time has come for my son to start pre school and say goodbye to Kim it truly feels like the end of a very special chapter. Knowing how much he loves her and how happy he has been in her care makes it even harder to leave, but we will always be so grateful for the role she has played in his early years.
I feel so lucky to have found her, and I honestly can’t recommend Kim enough to anyone looking for a trustworthy, kind, and exceptional childminder. She is truly one of a kind.
Becky
After a bad experience with a previous childminder my trust was broken. However Bev came highly recommended from a friend. Bev was warm and friendly from the start with my entire family not just my little boy. She takes an interest in my other older boys and often helps me navigate some of the challenges I’ve faced with them at school etc. She cares deeply for all the families in her care. Bev is like another home for our family when we call, text, drop off and pick up. Always available for a coffee and chat to offload the day. She is always out and about with the kids and her family treat all the children in her care like family too which melts my heart as my little one is a huge fan of granny witch lol. I am so glad we found Bev and her family as I now feel my child is loved and in perfect safety in her care.
My first time using a child minder so was unsure what to expect. I am a mum of three so not my first time raising a child. I left in tears almost every pick up at the negative handovers for my one year old child. Was consistently told every day “we’ve had a bad day, we’ve been grumpy”. This was so cruel to endure daily as a mum listening to such negative comments about my baby. My one year old was being expected to walk to school and then I’d receive negative feedback how he had refused and wouldn’t listen. I was told they had to leave play groups as he would not listen, take part, running away. He was 1. He was a baby. I never received any positive feedback. My final straw was arriving earlier than planned on driving in I could hear him crying from the car I got out and waited a good few minutes still hearing him crying. To discover childminder had left him strapped in a pram whilst she was eating in another room. Childminder looked alarmed to see me. We left and never went back. I seen many children leave in my short time using this childminder. Which I have now discovered is a red flag since finding a new childminder who never has availability. On challenging these events I was told it was honest handovers, however my new childminder and nursery have always praised how happy my child is and engaging. And he’d been left whilst she went to make a sandwich however the length of time did not portray this as well as how upset my child was.
My little boy recently joined Kelly and he absolutely loves it! Kelly and the girls are amazing with the kids and so lovley! They are always up to something with lots of pictures provided throughout the day which is great peace of mind! We are absolutely gutted we have only just moved and my little boy will be leaving in the summer to go to school, would love him to have been here from the start of childcare! 100% / stay here for longer / around school if we was closer! I would highly recommend x
We feel incredibly fortunate to have found Tola as our childminder. From the very beginning, she has created a warm, nurturing, and safe environment where our son feels completely at home. Her genuine care and dedication shine through in everything she does, and it gives us immense peace of mind knowing he is in such capable hands every day.
What truly sets Tola apart is the attention she gives to each child’s individual development. We have seen our son flourish under her care his confidence has grown, his communication skills have improved, and his curiosity about the world continues to expand. The progress he has made is remarkable, and it is a joy to watch him thrive in such a positive and stimulating setting.
Tola provides a perfect balance of structure, creativity, and play. She engages the children in meaningful activities that support their learning while ensuring they are happy and having fun. It is clear that she is deeply passionate about what she does, and that passion reflects in the children’s happiness and development.
We couldn’t be more grateful for the role Tola has played in our son’s early years. She is not just a childminder, but a truly special part of his growth and our family’s journey. We would wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking for exceptional childcare.
Hayley is the most caring and loving childminder you could ask for! Both of my girls have been with Hayley since they were 10 months old and they both truly adore her. The ways she teaches the children is incredible and I believe that both of my children have learnt the best foundations in life from her. Even their pronunciations with speech are incredible from Hayley’s persistence and love of teaching them. We are so sad to leave Hayley and the girls will truly miss her but we will never lose contact. The range of activities and days out they have are endless and they are always learning something new. If I could have Hayley with my children throughout their entire education I would. If you are looking for someone to trust, care, support, teach and nurture your little ones then Hayley is the lady you need to contact. Thank you Hayley it’s been such a pleasure and we will always be in contact.
My daughter has thrived under Sophia’s care. In a short time, her language has improved noticeably, and she enjoys a wonderful variety of activities and trips. Sophia consistently goes above and beyond, creating a nurturing and engaging environment where I feel completely at ease knowing my daughter is happy and well cared for. I couldn’t recommend her more highly!”
Hannah A
My son is thriving with Hollie and Mel! Despite struggling a tiny bit with drop offs, he is getting increasingly confident and the communication is excellent! When you’re at work but wondering how they’re getting on it’s great have frequent actions updates, knowing they’ve settled in seconds and happily playing is so reassuring! There is an array of toys and activities on offer, a wide range of foods and excellent level of care provided.
Lyndsay
Sarah is a wonderful nanny with many years experience. She looked after my two boys for several years and they enjoyed their time with her. With the eldest autistic boy she takes to him and has him confidence and with the younger helped him academically with phonics and spellings. Kind friendly and SEN friendly we greatly valued her input and reliability over the time she was with us.
I am very selective about who I leave my 18 month old son with as I have levels of anxiety surrounding leaving him.
When I have left him with Jemma, she has given me plenty of reassurance and updates. Jemma provides nurturing child centered care, which is something I appreciate as I know I would always be contacted in the event of him being very distressed. She listens to my preferences in terms of how to proceed with nap time and what creams I like to use use etc and she takes time to really get to know the individual needs of your child. I feel so confident leaving my son with Jemma, knowing he is in such a safe and nurturing space. Additionally, the setting is incredibly clean and the food provided is healthy and fresh.
We feel incredibly lucky to have found Emma who is such caring and dedicated childminder for our daughter. Initially we were not sure and nervous like any other parent but soon we realised that she created a warm, safe, and nurturing environment that immediately put us at ease.
Our daughter absolutely loves spending time with her and other children in her setting. Communication has been excellent throughout, she keeps us regularly updated with how the day has gone, which we really appreciate. It’s reassuring to know our daughter is in such capable and attentive hands.
We couldn’t recommend her highly enough to any parent looking for someone trustworthy, kind, and genuinely passionate about childcare.
Malay
My child has been with Maria since she was 8 months old, and I couldn’t be happier with the care she has received. Maria and her team are truly amazing. They use an app that keeps you updated daily with details about meals, activities, toileting, as well as craft and cookery sessions, which is incredibly reassuring.
The love, attention, and learning environment they provide have made such a positive impact. My daughter is a credit to the care she’s received from Maria and her team. Thank you so much.
Medford
Draga appears caring but initially disorganized. She cared for our 3-month-old girl over five weeks.
What I found particularly unprofessional was her arriving at work with a cold, including a fever, cough, blocked nose, and no voice. We sent her home and paid her for her time, but then she was absent for more than three weeks, often sending late afternoon messages to inform us she couldn't work.
In a professional setting with a contract, typically, a medical certificate confirming incapacity for extended periods would be required.
Regarding financial matters, she repeatedly stressed the importance of having a contract and expressed worries about her financial situation due to unemployment and the need for new housing. I even offered her temporary accommodation at our home as a last resort.
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Alan
We had a really positive experience with Fizz & would happily recommend her. She looked after our 9 and 12 year old and was consistently kind, attentive, & generous with her time and energy. The kids genuinely enjoyed being with her, she kept them engaged with a great mix of activities, from baking and board games, to trips to the park, as well as hairstyles and gaming. It felt like a really thoughtful balance that suited both ages well. We always felt confident that the children were safe and well cared for, and that peace of mind means a lot.
She is a lovely person who clearly cares about the children she looks after, and we’re very grateful for the support she gave our family.
Thank you Fizz.
Sarah
When we first considered childminders instead of nurseries, we were a little unsure whether it would be the right decision as first time parents. However, upon meeting Sarah we were immediately reassured by her calming presence aswell as her clear knowledge and experience with children.
River has flourished in so may ways since being with Sarah and often talks about how much fun he has with her. His speech has improved considerably and Sarah pays special attention to any area that needs working on, as well as ways we can help with his development at home.
Sarah is attentive, caring, understanding and flexible. We really appreciate the many outings she takes the children on, the focus on practical activities and fresh air! She has been incredibly adaptable to our son’s allergies and dietary requirements and always provides nutritious meals.
We would highly recommend Sarah to any parent considering a childminder environment!!
Aliss
Maria has been looking after my daughter since July 2024 and I cannot fault her. My daughter absolutely loves going to Maria’s and I have never had any issues with her since being there.
My daughter is always so happy upon pick up and tells me all about all the lovely activities that have done from going to the park, making cakes and treats, dressing up and playing play doh!
I never have to worry about my daughter whilst she is in Maria’s care as Maria keeps us regularly updated via the app and will always check in if needed. Maria updates the app regularly with nappy changes, pictures, meals and nap time. It’s so reassuring to know your child is really looked after whilst not in your care.
Maria and the team are super flexible on the odd occasion I have been caught at work and nothing is ever too much trouble. We truest value Maria and her team and would be lost without them.
I cannot recommend Maria enough.
We’ve used Motia for years now. She has looked after all three of my little girls and they absolutely love going to her for the day. Motia does fun things with the children everyday from groups to planned crafting sessions. The girls always come home with lots of art work and beaming smiles. I’m regularly updated throughout the day with photos and they’re always so happy! It’s been wonderful having a local childminder and we couldn’t have been happier with Motia. If I could give her more than 5 stars I really would. She goes above and beyond and we’re so happy to have her in our lives!
Vicky
We are truly grateful we found Amber
Her home is welcoming, nurturing and a safe environment for children. Her main focus is making sure that the children feel loved and safe and feel that they are in a home away from home, my little girl was a bit nervous about going but Amber was incredibly patient, reassuring land attentive and she soon settled, and now gets very excited when we pull up outside.
Amber always ensures the children have plenty and a variety of activities for them to get involved with every day whether that’s at home or out and about at a farm, baby group, softplay or nature walk.
We’ve seen such a positive difference in our child’s social skills, and is really starting to become independent and enjoying getting involved in different activities.
We have had top form Communication from Amber we are always kept informed about daily activities, meals, and progress, with photos which is a joy to see.
Overall Amber has made this whole journey for us as parents and our little girl a whole lot easier and would highly recommend her!
I met Raheena face to face last week for a stay and play session. Raheena was very pro-active in having a wide variety of activities available and encourage child led engagement so she could identity the best way to understand and support my son. Raheena was very open and honest during our discussion about the setting, skills amd abilities.
My son is 8 years old and has ASD as well as some other additional needs. During our conversation and seeing her interact with my son, it is very clear Raheena has extensive knowledge and experience in which she applies in her practice.
My son is currently going through his settling in transition, and is engaging in so many different activities that support his learning and independence.
Raheena has a lot of valuable resources to support the children with routine and structure. I highly recommend Raheena :)