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 73,162 reviews
Melissa was our nanny from 2017 until 2021 looking after our children on a sole charge basis. The children were 2 and 9months at the time and we could not have wished for a more wonderful nanny. Melissa combines creativity with impeccable manners ensuring that the children are treated with the love and care they require but also teaching them, in an age appropriate manner, what fair and kind look like.
Melissa saw us through Covid helping our eldest get ahead in home schooling (reception) whilst also being an indispensable help to us.
She is simply the best, and any family would be lucky to have her.
veg10
Grace has worked with us for the past five years, providing support to our now 10-year-old AUDHD daughter. Over this time, she has become a valued and trusted part of our family.
Grace’s role has included school runs, supporting our daughter with her daily routines, including early mornings and late evenings when required. She has also helped around the home.
She has a natural ability to connect with children, and her understanding of the needs of SEN children has seen her support our daughter’s wellbeing and development.
Due to changes in our working schedules, we are now moving to more ad hoc arrangements.
Grace is a very special person, and we feel incredibly fortunate to have had her continued support and friendship.
AnnaC
My 19 month old has been with Mary for 12 months now. He looks forward to his days with Mary and the other children. Having struggled with anxiety, I found the thought of leaving my little boy with someone else exceptionally hard but Mary made the whole situation so much easier. Communication is always brilliant and I know my son is getting the very best possible.
My daughter has been looked after by Mary since the beginning of the year. I can describe it, no better than a home from home for my daughter. As all parents I was super anxious about sending my daughter into childcare, however from the minute I met Mary I felt relaxed. My daughter goes for 4 days per week and I couldn’t wish for a better setting for her, she has come on so much. Mary takes the children out regularly and does lots of activities with them, including for all the special occasions which is a lovely touch, especially when we receive some arts and crafts from our little one. I feel incredibly lucky to have found Mary, it is like sending my daughter to a member of the family.
Bridget
Sarah has looked after both of my children aged 2&3. They didn’t have any experience in a childcare setting but Sarah went above and beyond to ensure they felt comfortable. She has taught them so much and helped develop them into the smart, confident, kind, and loving children they are today. My children were always so excited to tell me all about their days and everything they got up to. They did a lot of days out, messy play, outdoors activities, play groups and walks in the local area. My children absolutely loved being out and about a lot as well as their down time with reading and singing. I really cannot recommend Miss Mac’s enough!
My little girl has been with Mary for nearly 18 months now. Mary is a caring and experienced childminder. My daughter loves to go and she has the opportunity to learn whilst in Mary's care. My daughter has made lots of progress in her speech and general development during her time with her and I would highly recommend to other parents looking for a home from home setting
My daughter has been looked after by Mary for nearly 3 years now and I couldn’t wish for a better setting for her. The interactions she has with both Mary and the other children are wonderful and she always comes home telling me stories of activities they have done and places they have been. Mary has been instrumental in her development, ensuring that she has strong foundations before starting school and has really helped her to flourish. Mary has a wealth of knowledge of EYFS and child development and has supported us with all milestones. Would recommend to anyone!
Mel was punctual and communication beforehand was excellent, which immediately put us at ease. She was amazing with my two children (aged 11 and 4), both with additional needs and autism. They spent the whole day with her at Alton Towers and had a fantastic time enjoying the rides. Mel is very friendly, patient, and clearly experienced with children of different needs. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable and caring babysitter.
Alice has been incredible, from when we first met her we really liked her. It was then such a relief that she had such a great bond with the kids. Was always willing to do extra for them and always flexible. She is confident and able to manage 2 young children ( age 4 and 2) we are so glad we met her.
As a first time parent I was so worried about leaving my child with a stranger but Claire made me forgot all my worries. My child has been with her since the day she opened, his confidence has come on leaps and bounds, he has learnt his numbers, alphabet, how to share, she takes time to find things that the children are excited about (all animals for my boy) she goes out of her way to find books/videos that will keep the children motivated and find facts to teach them. My child comes out everyday giddy to tell me what he’s learnt today. She keeps you updated on everything they will be learning that term, send pictures, she’s helped massively with toilet training for me. She is hands down the best childminder in the area!! My child jumps out of bed in a morning excited to go to Claire’s house. Couldn’t recommend her enough.
Carla
My Son has been with Lisa since he was 1. He has absolutely loved his time here and it's definitely sad for all of us to move on. He has thrived during his days and is always learning new skills. As a parent I felt very confident and comforted by knowing he's being looked after in such a great environment. It made my return to work much easier.
Lisa cooks homemade nutritious meals which my son loves. We also recieve daily updates which are so informative.
100% I would reccomend Lisa and Paul and I'm so glad we found them.
I love that she’s great as a childminder and as a person too, my wee boy was super comfy in her home, her place feels very safe and secure. Home from home.
Dumeza
I am a mum of 2 boys. At time of writing this review they are 3.5yo and 3 months old.
Leanne is so sensitive to each boys needs and sat down with us to really understand what they are both like and their needs.
She arrives with a box of goodies for my eldest to play with and keeps me updated with pictures! I have already booked Leanne for several other events that we have and for the first time I have booked her for an overnight session as she is the first person I have found I truly trust with my boys.
If you are considering booking her then I highly recommend that you do!
KELLY
I couldn’t be happier with the care my son has received over the past 4 months. At 15 months old, settling him in was something I was naturally a little nervous about, but Aunty Janet made the entire process so smooth and reassuring. She is incredibly friendly and welcoming, and from the very beginning made my son feel comfortable, safe, and happy in her care.
Aunty Janet has created such a beautiful home-from-home environment. Her setting is warm, inviting, and perfectly suited for little ones. She also has a safe and secure garden, along with an amazing additional space for the children to play and explore, which my son absolutely loves.
She really takes the time to understand his individual needs and routines, ensuring each day works perfectly for him. Since starting, I’ve seen such lovely progress in his development — he’s now walking, growing in confidence, and even beginning to learn his phonics. It’s clear that he spends his days not only being well cared for, but also learning through play in a fun and engaging environment.
I’m also so grateful for the support with his routine, especially as I prepare to return to work. If Janet hadn’t been available, I genuinely wouldn’t have been able to return to work following my maternity leave, which shows just how invaluable her support has been. It’s made such a positive difference for both of us.
He eats well, is settled, and comes home happy every day, which is the most important thing.
Thank you so much, Aunty Janet — I’m really looking forward to continuing this journey with you.
I was so nervous about bringing a nanny into the family as a first time mum and we are so lucky to have found Lacey. She is an exceptional person who brings warmth, reliability, and genuine care into our home. She consistently goes above and beyond in everything she does, our children adore her and we feel incredibly lucky to have her as part of our lives. I couldn’t recommend her highly enough to any family looking for someone truly outstanding.
As a single mother, finding someone I can fully trust to care for my daughter is incredibly important, and I feel very fortunate to have found Sharon.
Sharon has consistently demonstrated professionalism, reliability, and genuine care. She created a warm, safe, and nurturing environment for my daughter, who quickly developed a strong bond with her. It was lovely to see how they would often spend time dancing and playing together, making each day enjoyable and engaging.
In addition to her excellent childcare, Sharon frequently went above and beyond her responsibilities by ensuring that everything was left clean and tidy, which I deeply appreciated, even though it was not expected of her.
I am truly grateful for her support and would highly recommend Sharon to any family seeking a trustworthy, kind, and dedicated caregiver.
Jaquelin
Our child joined Sarah at 13 months after we were looking for a gentle, nurturing, home-from-home environment. They settled and bonded with Sarah immediately, and have since loved arriving each day, and always coming home with a smile.
They have formed lovely friendships with the other children, and we really enjoy hearing about the daily adventures they share together. Sarah takes great care in supporting each child’s development and is attentive to their individual progress and emerging skills.
She provides a calm, caring, and loving environment, with a wonderful range of creative activities that reflect the seasons, alongside plenty of daily opportunities for outdoor play.
We are very grateful for the ongoing nurturing care that Sarah provides.
Teresa has looked after both my girls now. I would highly recommend her - she is warm and loving and both my girls adored her. She has a lovely community and attends lots of toddler groups, so the girls are well socialised, confident and smart. Thank you Teresa!
Jennifer
Harj is punctual, reliable and highly professional which makes everything run smoothly and gives us real peace of mind. She engages really well with our son, who genuinely enjoys spending time with her and is always happy in her care.
We also really appreciate the extra effort she puts in—she has cooked delicious Indian food and always keeps the kitchen clean and tidy. It’s clear she takes pride in what she does.
We would definitely recommend her to any family looking for a caring and trustworthy childminder.