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 72,782 reviews
Our little boy has been with Fran since he was one. We couldn’t have asked for a better person to take care of him. Leaving him with Fran feels like leaving him with a family member and Fran treats all of the children in her care like members of her extended family.
Fran focuses on the important things - the children go outside, they play, they learn independence, they bake, create, draw, build dens, read stories, socialise, they sit together and eat their meals at a table. Fran is loving, caring, dedicated and nurturing, and balances this well with clear boundaries, supporting the children to learn how to behave.
Fran is also amazing with parents. Fran is flexible and reliable and her communication is excellent. She has been patient and kind and a support system for us too - as first time parents she has been amazing when we’ve needed advice about potty training etc.
Fran has had a profound and remarkable positive impact on the toddler we dropped off at her house for his first day at “Nanny Franny’s”. She has walked alongside him every step of the way, helping him to develop into a strong, confident, and kind little boy who is absolutely ready to take his next step in to Primary School. For that, we will be forever grateful and we would wholeheartedly recommend her to look after your child.
Laura
My son was with Emma for about 4 months. She was absolutely brilliant with him. He was so excited to go on a morning and was always doing fabulous activities while there. Emma is so kind and attentive. I truly felt like my son was very safe with her and was getting great care
The only reason we parted ways was due to my husbands commute. I would have happily kept my son there for years to come.
Emma really is such a great person and absolutely fab with children. She is very reliable and communicative
Our daughter has been with Sianne for the last 2.5 years and we've been extremely happy with Sianne's care and diligence in looking after her. They go on outings most days in the local community as well as having lots of activities at home for entertainment and learning. We receive lots of pictures of what they get up to each week. Sianne has been really supportive with all the transitions we've been through over the past 2.5 years from changing nap times, giving up dummies, toilet training etc. Our daughter will be sad to be seeing less of Sianne and her family when she starts school later in the year but it really has been such a great experience all round in building her confidence, competence and knowledge while knowing she is being taken such good care of.
We employed Lauren as a SEN nanny for our daughter, Scarlett, who has Cornelia de Lange Syndrome. Lauren began working with our family in February 2025 and worked three mornings per week from 8:30am–1:30pm. She was very flexible in her role and regularly stayed until 2:30/3:00pm when needed.
Lauren was with us for a year. In February 2026, when I returned to work, our childcare needs changed and we required longer hours, with someone able to stay until 4:30/5:00pm. Unfortunately, Lauren was unable to commit to this due to other commitments she had.
Lauren was exceptional in her role and developed an incredible bond with Scarlett. She supported Scarlet’s communication by teaching her Makaton and worked closely on her physical development and gross motor skills. She regularly took Scarlett to activities and assisted with physiotherapy appointments, and was insured to drive our car for this purpose. She supported Scarlett’s routine and never missed a nap.
During nap times, Lauren was proactive and helpful, often preparing healthy meals for our family. She consistently went above and beyond her role, helping with household tasks such as cleaning up after our morning breakfast, loading and unloading the dishwasher, keeping all surfaces clean and tidy and managing some laundry.
Lauren is an experienced, dedicated, compassionate and professional SEN nanny, and we would highly recommend her to any family. We are really saddened not to be working with her anymore - her next family will be very lucky.
Kathrine
I feel incredibly lucky to have found Eva Allen. She is truly kind, patient, and professional, and from the very first day she made us feel completely comfortable and reassured.
she has such a warm and loving way with children that she feels like part of the family. My child loved her like a grandmother and was always excited to spend time with her. As a parent, nothing is more important than knowing your child is in a safe, happy, and caring environment — and that’s exactly what Eva provides.
She is not only nurturing but also very responsible and well-organized. She plans engaging activities, supports the children’s emotional and social development, and keeps great communication with parents. I always appreciated the updates about how the day went.
I truly couldn’t have asked for a better childminder and would highly recommend her to any parent looking for someone trustworthy, loving, and professional.
My husband and myself felt instantly at ease and had a night off reassured that our 9 month old daughter Poppy was being well cared for. Poppy was completely comfortable with Zeddy and had a good long nap in her arms (something our family members have struggled with for months!). We found Zeddy to be prepared, competent and compassionate (towards us as well as Poppy), punctual and great with communication, and we hope to have her as our regular babysitter.
Helen
We have used this kindergarten for both our children and been extremely happy. In terms of our children’s development, we feel both have thrived in their own individual ways at The World Outside. Our eldest has transitioned fantastically to mainstream primary and we attribute a lot of this to their foundational stage at kindergarten. Our second child is happy and thriving currently at the kindergarten. We have noticed how the setting has really made our children confident in their abilities, embracing of risk, resilient and determined whilst having a connection and respect of the natural world around them. We feel so lucky to have found this kindergarten and it will always have a special place in our hearts. We could not recommend it highly enough and hope future families have such positive experiences as we have!
I don't like giving negative reviews or comments in respect of anything generally. However, whilst we liked Pauline, she has given us a one day notice of no longer being able (due to not wanting to work full time anymore, as she was looking after another child for the other 3 days) to look after our child which has had a huge impact on us. She was aware that we have taken our little boy out of nursery on the 2 days she was looking after him and we are both full time working parents with no back-up childcare/family around to help. The nursery was not able to take him back full time and we were left scrambling to find childcare. Extremely disappointed. She has also done this at a time in which she knew I was sick from work related stress, and nonetheless she didn't give it a second thought of adding additional pressure.
Denisa
Both my children have attended Kate’s home from around 11 months until they were 2 years old when they moved to Kates preschool setting at the hut. This felt like a perfect way to start them in a homely setting and gradually introduce them to more children, activities and space as they grew. The staff at Kate’s home and the hut have been absolutely lovely and communicative and have really taken the time to get to know my children. They have gone the extra mile to help and accommodate us where they can and I’m so grateful I found Kate as knowing my little ones were safe and happy made going back to work that bit easier. I would highly recommend Kate and her team. Thanks for being so brilliant with both my little ones :)
We truly cannot speak highly enough of this nursery and the incredible team who work there. Our daughter is non-verbal and autistic, so choosing the right setting for her was a huge decision for us. From the very beginning, we felt reassured that she would be understood, supported and genuinely cared for.
A very special mention must go to Holly Foster, her 1:1, who has been absolutely wonderful. Holly’s patience, warmth and dedication have made such a difference to our daughter’s experience. She understands her individual needs, celebrates her progress, and supports her in a way that feels both professional and deeply compassionate. The bond they have built gives us enormous comfort as parents.
The nursery creates an inclusive, nurturing environment where every child is valued as an individual. They have taken the time to learn how our daughter communicates and interacts with the world, and they consistently adapt activities to ensure she can participate and thrive. We’ve seen real growth in her confidence and engagement since she started.
Communication with us as parents has always been open and supportive, and we feel genuinely listened to. Knowing our daughter is in such capable and caring hands gives us complete peace of mind.
We are incredibly grateful for the positive start they have given her and would wholeheartedly recommend this nursery to any family.
I have attended two of Chloe’s workshops with my now 6 year old at different events, and both were absolutely fantastic.
Each workshop was thoughtfully themed and incredibly engaging. From pirate adventures filled with creative crafts and interactive storytelling, to hands-on science activities like rocket building and fun experiments, she captured the children’s attention from start to finish. My child left excited, confident, and proudly sharing all the new things she had learned.
Chloe has a wonderful ability to use different themes to engage all children, encouraging them to explore, learn, and express themselves in a safe and supportive environment. Her teaching methods are both effective and playful, making learning feel natural and fun.She brings energy, creativity, and a genuine passion for supporting children and their families, thoughtfully meeting a wide range of needs.
We sent our soon to be 2 year old to Amna’s and she made him feel welcomed and looked after since day 1. My son was recovering from illness and Amna made sure to check his temperature and provided us timely updates to put us and my son at ease. She has lots of free space to move around , toys , activities and even a little outdoor area to keep the kids busy.
100% recommend her for childminding!
My daughter has been going to Domenica’s since she was 9 months old, and she’s now 3. As a first‑time mum, I was very nervous about being away from my daughter, but Domenica has always been incredibly communicative, which immediately put my mind at ease.
She has created such a warm and welcoming environment. She’s kind, caring, and my daughter absolutely loves going to her. I couldn’t ask for more.
I would wholeheartedly recommend Domenica — she truly is the best.
Kayleigh
My son is 3 years old and non-verbal, and I was very worried about starting nursery. From the first day, she have been so patient, kind and understanding with him. She manage him so well and make him feel safe and included. I have seen such a positive difference in his confidence and happiness. I am truly grateful for the care and support she give him every day. I highly recommend this childminder
Eden
Maria has been with us for 6 months and has been a huge support to all the family. She is a caring, loving and positive presence in the home.
Since being with us, both children have grown in confidence and are very happy spending days with Maria; visiting the zoo, going to the park or doing crafts in the kitchen. Maria is a competent cook and very considered when it comes to maintaining order in the midst of toddler chaos and looking after the home while I am out for most of the day.
I recommend Maria for families looking for a caring and creative person to help with busy little people.
Jessica
