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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4.9 from 73,796 reviews
Nicola has been looking after our children for nearly 10 years - and we feel like we absolutely struck gold with her. It feels like sheās part of our family. All of our children have adored her and loved being in her setting. Sheās kind, understanding, compassionate and just very very VERY good at her job. She gets to know every child thatās in her care and treats them as individuals. We feel so lucky that our 3 children have been able to go to Nicolaās house and we would recommend her to anyone needing a childminder.
Her communication is great and we get daily photos of our little girls adventures, days out and activities.
10/10 childminder! The very best there is š©·
Unfortunately, our experience was extremely disappointing and I would not recommend this childminder.
Our son never settled despite several visits. From the beginning he became severely distressed before every drop-off, cried excessively, and even tried to run away when arriving. Whenever I raised concerns, I was repeatedly told this was "normal" and encouraged to continue with swift drop-offs, but I never felt that his individual needs or emotional wellbeing were properly considered.
What concerned me most was that after attending he repeatedly told us he had been hit by the childminder and that he was frightened of her dogs. I raised these concerns immediately, but they were dismissed without any meaningful discussion or reassurance. More than two months after leaving, he still becomes extremely distressed whenever childcare is mentioned and continues to talk about the childminder and her dogs in a fearful way. While I cannot know exactly what happened, these persistent reactions were deeply concerning as a parent.
I was also disappointed by the settling process itself. The settling sessions required my child to be separated from me almost immediately rather than allowing a gradual parent-supported transition, yet the fees began from the official start date despite him never completing the settling process successfully.
Finally, when an unexpected family emergency forced us to travel after only a handful of attended sessions, I found there was no flexibility whatsoever. Although we had already paid a full month's fees while using only a small fraction of the booked sessions, and I offered what I believed was a reasonable compromise regarding notice fees, every proposal was rejected and the matter quickly escalated to demands for payment and threats of legal action.
I understand childminding is a business, but I believe young children's emotional wellbeing, parents' concerns, and unexpected family circumstances should be met with empathy and flexibility. Sadly, that was not our experience.
Saba is kind and attentive to my kids, and she is ever willing to give tips to help. Her potty training idea and encouragement really helped me. She is always on time, never late, super friendly. She knows what she is doing. You can see this is not just about money for her, she loves children. Despite the distance to my house, she is always positive and upbeat.
Lizzy
Since attending Emma's setting, my son has made remarkable progress educationally and socially. Through Emma's teaching and guidance, he has learnt his numbers, alphabet, and colours, and his communication and social skills have grown significantly. He has also developed a greater understanding of the world around him through a variety of enriching experiences and learning opportunities.
Emma provides a wealth of activities that mirror the learning experiences found within EYFS classroom environments. These include puzzles, arts and crafts, mark-making activities, imaginative play, and other hands-on learning opportunities that help develop early literacy, numeracy, problem-solving, and fine motor skills.
In addition to activities within her setting, Emma regularly takes the children into the local community, including visits to the library and stay-and-play sessions. These experiences have helped my son build strong friendships, develop his confidence, and further enhance his social, communication, and learning skills.
At every drop-off, I leave knowing my son is in completely safe and caring hands. Emma has supported him immensely, helping him grow socially, emotionally, and educationally. I am incredibly grateful for the positive impact she has had on his early years development and would highly recommend her to any parent looking for a dedicated and outstanding childminder.
Cannot recommend Theresa enough. My little boy has been with her for nearly a year and we couldn't be happier. She has a warm homely environment and treats my son like one of her own. My son is so excited to go to hers each week and i know will be as sad as i am to be saying bye. Theresa is someone i can put my whole trust in which doesn't come easy to me with childcare. We looked round about 8 childminders and none compared to the environment and care Theresa offers. She is great with communication and takes my son out to parks, play groups and classes daily, getting photos through of him having fun and learning really makes my day. My son is a very mummy boy and doesn't like being left with anyone but as soon as he sees Theresa hes there with open arms running to her for a big hug which speaks volumes.
Bev has looked after both our girls for a while now, our eldest has been with her for nearly three years and is now moving on to the next chapter of her life.
Bev is absolutely amazing. We cannot recommend her enough. We struck gold when we found her, we trust her completely and we can walk away happy after dropping our girls off knowing they will be very happy and safe.
Bevās love of the outdoors was what first stood out for us while we were searching for a setting, and the range of activities they do is above anything we expected. Our eldest is always sharing fascinating information she has learned about nature while out on walks, some information we didnāt know ourselves so we are learning from her to too!
The crafts they bring home for special occasions are always very heartfelt they blow us away the effort and thought that goes into them.
Bev is very welcoming and supportive with any questions we have and always has very useful and helpful tips.
To the girls, Bev is not just a childminder she is family. She is āAuntie Bevā and we know that Bev will be missed by our eldest very much. She loves Auntie Bev ābig much!ā
It is clear to us that childminding is not just a ājobā to Bev but a passion as we can see the love and care that she puts into everything. She goes above and beyond and we will look back and treasure these early years of our girlsā lives and the fantastic memories they have made.
My daughter has been with Louise and Mimi since she was 2 years old, up until now, as she approaches 5, we started at a forest school and now we have continued onto the childminding setting. What I can honestly say it has been one of the best decisions i have made for my daughter and her early years development.
From the beginning of our journey my daughter has expanded her curiosity for outdoor learning and this setting has given her opportunities to explore, learn, and develop a genuine love of nature.
What has impressed me the most is the care and dedication of the team. They know each child as an individual and consistently provide thoughtful support and encouragement. Over the years i have watched my daughter flourish socially, emotionally, and physically, and she has formed wonderful friendships along the way.
This has become much more than a childcare setting for our family ā it has been a community that has supported both myself and my daughter . I am grateful for everything the Louise and Mimi have done!
My son started with Nicola when he was 11 months old. He settled really quickly and Nicola made it feel like a home from home. He is now 2 and a half and still loves going to Nicola's. They do lovely activities, including going to farm. I would highly recommend Nicola.
Our son has medical needs and it terrifies us sending him anywhere, but Nicola is phenomenal! He went to her as temporary care but thrived so much we stayed. Nicolaās entire family has been so incredible and weāre so well updated with everything. Communication is excellent and we honestly wouldnāt have got through the past 2 years without her. Actually heartbroken that heās starting school and leaving the setting.
Leaving our 5-month-old with a childminder can be daunting but Karen made it completely stress-free. From day one, she was incredibly patient, nurturing, and attentive to our babyās routine. She always kept us updated with detailed handovers about naps and feeds. It gave us huge piece of mind knowing our baby was in very capable hands. We couldn't recommend her more highly to any parent needing a safe, trustworthy environment for their baby. Thank you Karen
My daughter has been at Little Steps for 5 months and she has been so happy there. Weāre only leaving because weāre moving house. Esther and her husband & colleagues give my daughter so much love and attention, and have also enabled her to gain so much confidence by socialising with other children. They have taught her so much, from counting to saying āthank youā. She loves the fun activities they organise every day, including sensory trays, baking and water play. Esther was also very helpful in securing our funding from the council. I canāt recommend this childminder enough.
Grace
I had a lovely visit to Shibaniās setting and was very impressed with the environment. The space was clean, tidy, well organised, and thoughtfully arranged to create a safe and welcoming atmosphere for children.
Shibani appeared very professional, caring, and knowledgeable. I appreciated the attention to detail in how the setting was prepared, including the well-planned activities, resources available, and the overall structure of the day. The meal preparation area was clean and organised, with a clear focus on providing healthy, nutritious meals and snacks for the children.
I was also pleased to see the opportunities for outdoor play and activities, which encourage children to explore, be active, and develop important skills through nature and play. The outdoor space was well maintained and provided a lovely area for children to enjoy fresh air and learning experiences.
Overall, I felt confident and reassured after visiting Shibaniās setting. It is clear that a lot of care, effort, and professionalism goes into creating a nurturing environment where children can feel happy, safe, and supported.
Sap
We booked Chloe at short notice. She was so responsive in her messages arranging details, offered references when requested and our son took to her immediately on meeting her, he absolutely loved her. Chloe sent me updates through the evening and was an absolute pleasure.
Jessica
Lou was absolutely brilliant with my boys, one of whom was only 10 months. She kindly looked after them while we were at a wedding, played, fed, bathed and put them to bed. The boys had a great time and loved her. Communication was great from beginning to end and helped having a call before as we were not local. I would highly recommend Lou - very diligent, friendly and reliable.
Jainaba is a wonderful childminder and my daughter loves her. They have a lot of fun with planned activities at home and on trips to the park and children's groups etc. Jainaba is calm, kind and patient, and the atmosphere she creates is nurturing and supportive. My daughter also loves her cooking and can't wait to tell us what she has eaten that day. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend her to other families looking for consistent and reliable care for their children.
Funville Childminder is an excellent childminder. My husband and I were worried about finding someone who would make our daughter feel safe, loved, and well cared for, just as we would at home. We are so happy that we chose the right childminder.
She has a warm, caring personality and created a welcoming environment that helped our daughter settle in very quickly. Our daughter enjoys going there every day and never cries when we drop her off, which gives us great peace of mind.
We are truly grateful for the love, care, and attention she provides. I would highly recommend Funville Childminder to any parent looking for a trustworthy, kind, and professional childminder.
