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 75,077 reviews
I wouldn't recommend this childminder. I chose her partly because of her many positive reviews, so I was very disappointed by our experience.
My child started with settling-in sessions in August and began attending regularly in September. Before we started, we mutually agreed to give each other at least four weeks' notice, which is also stated in her own policy. Recently I gave written notice that my child would be moving to nursery in mid-November, well over four weeks away. Instead of giving us the same notice, she messaged on a Sunday afternoon to say my child could no longer attend from the next day and that her place would go to someone else. This left us with less than a day to find alternative childcare.
Earlier, while in her care, my child tripped and split her lip, which was bleeding and swollen. I wasn't contacted at the time, only told at collection, and I wasn't given any accident form.
Parents should be aware that her policies may not always be followed.
We are so glad to have found Sumera to be our son's childminder! She is kind, considerate and caring, and is very engaged with our son. She works with him hands-on through a variety of activities every day, taking into account his learning and capabilities while encouraging him to try new things. These activities include baking, painting, colouring, messy play, outdoor play, trips to the park and walks around the neighborhood.
As our son is naturally very curious and enjoys learning, Sumera draws on her previous experience as a teaching assistant by providing our son with learning materials and activities to support his development and he comes home excitedly talking about things that he has learned such as the 'red words', spellings, number bonds etc. We also get regular updates on how he is working towards his developmental milestones.
It is very clear to us that our son enjoys spending time with her. He often goes running to her home, excitedly talking about how he is looking forward to activities such as colouring and baking. At the same time, she recognises when he needs some downtime and provides him with a safe and comfortable space to rest when he is tired.
Our son is also well fed each day with a variety of meals, and during the hottest part of the summer she made sure he was provided with plenty of cool drinks and kept comfortable.
We are very happy with the care she provides and would definitely recommend her to other parents.
We enrolled our son with Kasia when he was 10 months old. Born during the Covid lockdown, he initially found it hard to settle, but thanks to Kasia’s patient, persistent care and warm encouragement, he soon felt secure and happy. We watched a beautiful transformation from a shy baby into an independent, confident little boy who embraced new places and routines with ease. He absolutely loved going to Kasia’s home each day.
Kasia planned her days thoughtfully, balancing stimulating activities with calm time, and she consistently offered healthy, varied meals and snacks. The learning opportunities she created—sensory play, outdoor exploration, stories, and age-appropriate crafts—supported his speech, social skills, and physical development. We were especially impressed by her clear communication and regular updates (photos, notes, and check-ins), which made us feel involved and reassured.
Beyond caring for our son, Kasia was a trusted partner to us as parents. She shared practical advice on routines, sleep, eating, and gentle behaviour strategies, always respecting our preferences and working together on consistency between home and childcare. Her home was welcoming, safe, and well-organised, with a lovely outdoor space that our son adored. She promoted kindness, manners, and independence in a nurturing way, and it showed in how confidently he played with other children and tackled new challenges.
We were deeply grateful for the love, professionalism, and dedication Kasia brought every day. We couldn’t have asked for a better start for our son, and we recommended her wholeheartedly to any family looking for a caring, reliable, and development-focused childminder.
My little boy has been going to Rebecca’s for a few months now and he absolutely loves it. He always come back happy and has always had a great day. Rebecca is always so friendly, I never have any doubts about him going there and will definitely be sending him till he starts school.
Ola
We were so lucky to have found Olaide for our son Noah. He flourished under her care during the 9 months she looked after him. She provides a real home from home environment so the transition into care when I returned to work went very smoothly. Noah enjoyed varied weeks with Olaide at playgroups, museums and playgrounds. As well as nourishing meals that always sounded delicious. Not only did Olaide take great care of Noah but also provided me with reassurance around my concerns about his slow development of language. As an overly anxious person her grounding and support were much appreciated. Noah is a very energetic little boy who can be exhausting but she took it all very much in her stride! We had to leave Olaide’s care prematurely due to a change in circumstance which has been sad for both us and Noah, but our loss will be another little child and their parent’s gain! I cannot recommend Olaide enough. Thanks for everything.
Phoebe and the team at El Elyon were absolutely fantastic. From the very beginning, they cared for our daughter as if she were their own, and we feel incredibly lucky to have had them look after her. She absolutely loved going and was always so happy to be there, which gave us enormous peace of mind.
The care and support they provided went far beyond simply looking after her. They supported her through so many important stages of development, including feeding, trying new foods, using a fork and spoon, snacks, and nappy and potty training. They encouraged her independence while always being patient, kind and supportive.
We also loved the variety of activities and experiences at El Elyon. There was lots of creative and imaginative play indoors and in the garden, as well as trips to the park and opportunities to explore the natural world. The children were encouraged to have fun, be curious and learn about boundaries and kindness, while always being kept safe and secure.
As parents, the emotional support from Phoebe and the whole team was incredibly important to us too. They completely understood how difficult it can be to leave your child in someone else’s care and were so caring, reassuring and supportive throughout. The regular updates about what our daughter had been doing were also wonderful, particularly when she wasn’t able to tell us everything herself.
We are so grateful to Phoebe and the team for everything they did for our daughter. They created such a warm, happy and nurturing environment, and it was clear how much they genuinely cared about the children.
We have already recommended El Elyon to others and will continue to recommend it to anyone looking for childcare in the Walthamstow area.
Five stars without hesitation — we absolutely loved our time at El Elyon.
Rebecca and her team are absolutely lovely. They’re so friendly and caring, and they’re always so attentive to the children. My daughter has been going to Rebecca for the second year now and absolutely loves it. It’s been so lovely to see how much she’s learned and how much confidence she’s gained. I’m so happy knowing she’s in such good hands. I couldn’t recommend Rebecca and her team enough!
We are new parents to a 1 year old and had to find a childminder or nursery to send our daughter to, as I was set to return to work in April 2026. We came across Katherine's profile on a website offering childminding services, and she fit exactly what we were looking for. Our daughter has been with Katherine since I returned to work in April and we couldn't be happier, or feel luckier that we chose her to look after our child. She is fantastic and has such an excellent bond with our child. We knew we had found an excellent childminder from the offset, as Katherine was thoughtful and strategic in ensuring settling in sessions were as gentle and effective as possible. She provides high quality meals, full of healthy and varied options for both breakfast and lunch, as well as snacks throughout the day. Our daughter is also treated to a range of stimulating activities that keep her busy, happy, and have been thoughtfully designed to facilitate her mental and physical development. She also ensures they go out multiple times a week, to the library, or the park, or play groups. We were naturally nervous sending our 10 month old off to childcare so soon, but Katherine has gone above and beyond in her efforts to make sure we have regular updates and are happy with how she is taking care of our daughter. We need never have worried, and I wouldn't hesitate in recommending her services to anyone who wants to find professional, passionate and truly excellent childcare for their child.
GabsHarp
Billie is great with kids. I was worried to have someone in my home especially because my son has special needs but so far she has been good with both of them. The children also feel at ease. She has been very helpful and I would continue with her and recommend her as well.
My son has been attending Sara’s childcare for 3 years now since he was 10 weeks old! Sara and Gabi are amazing with Luca and he talks about them like they are his family he loves going! I was reassured when returning back to work when my son was just 10 weeks old and I receive regular updates/ pictures of my son throughout my day in work. Sara and Gabi are caring and ensure my son is looked after to a high standard they take into consideration my sons allergies etc and I am so happy my son is in a safe and calming setting. Sara and Gabi are amazing with Luca and he has become more confident and happy whilst attending and I can not thank them enough! 10/10 would recommend.
Sandy worked with us for 2 days a week for a few weeks both to give me a bit of a break and so that I could start to return to work for a few hours a week. My twins were around 9/10 months old and they warmed to Sandy instantly as she is so caring and gentle, but also fun and always trying to make them laugh. It was a relief having a nanny who was reliable, trustworthy, and could get on with things with minimal instructions including preparing meals, keeping the babies entertained and general baby care . Her extensive experience means that Sandy is a fantastic source of knowledge about
babies and children and can help with everything. It was particularly helpful for me as a new mum to have non-judgmental guidance and general support, things can get a bit overwhelming at times, especially with more than one baby to look after.
Antonia
My son has been going to Rebecca’s for nearly a year now. He was like a tornado of energy, everyone knew when he was in 🤣However he’s really calmed down, settled in and loves coming to Beck’s house. Beck’s and the team demonstrate kindness, patients and encouragement daily. Working together with toileting, meeting dietary requirements and helping his independence and development, to meet his milestones. It’s a home from home environment which really appealed to me when searching for a childminder. Highly recommend. Thank you. ☺️
Mclean
Aisha is very helpful and accommodating with my son who has special needs.
I needed someone who I can trust and I know my son is in good hands with Aisha and her playful settings at her friendly home.
Keep up the good work Aisha!
Rebecca is absolutely amazing! I have no doubt in my mind that I made the right decision for my little girl sending her to Rebecca. She has been going to Rebecca for just over a year now and has thrived with her. She is an absolute pro and makes me feel right at ease. Everyone who works alongside Rebecca is amazing too and my little girl adores them all. I would recommend to anyone!!!
Pippa
