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 72,941 reviews
We feel incredibly lucky to have found Jen as J.’s childminder and cannot recommend her highly enough. From the very beginning, it has been clear how much care, thought and dedication she puts into looking after the children.
One of the things we especially love is how thoughtful Jen is in choosing activities and toys tailored to each child’s interests and stage of development. She creates such fun, engaging and educational days filled with activities like baking, sensory play, singing and dancing, reading stories, trips to the library, creative play and so much more. She also encourages parents to support and develop their child’s interests at home, which we have really appreciated.
Jen makes a huge effort to keep the children’s days varied and exciting. She regularly takes them to playgroups, parks and outings with other childminders and children, giving them wonderful opportunities to socialise and build confidence. During holidays and half terms she plans lovely special trips too. J. especially loved train rides, visits to new playgrounds and little café treats.
We have also been so grateful for how flexible and accommodating Jen has always been. She has never had an issue with different drop-off times or helping us out when we were running late, which made a huge difference to our family life.
Communication has always been excellent. Jen keeps us very well informed through the app and WhatsApp, regularly sharing updates and photos from the day, which has always been lovely to receive and very reassuring as parents.
Most importantly, J. absolutely loves his time with Jen. We have seen such a positive impact on his confidence, speech and overall development since being with her. It is also very clear to us how happy the other children and families are with Jen, and how warm and positive the relationships she builds with them are.
We are incredibly grateful for everything Jen has done for J. and would wholeheartedly recommend her to any family looking for a caring, professional, fun and dedicated childminder.
Marki
I honestly can’t recommend Steph enough. From the very beginning she has been caring, reliable, and amazing with our child. It’s such a comfort knowing she is in such a happy and safe environment every day.
Our child absolutely loves the different activities and days out she plans. She regularly takes them to the library, baby and toddler groups, and local parks, and there is always something fun and engaging for the children to do. It’s lovely knowing she is not just being looked after, but are learning, socialising, and having so many new experiences too.
We get little snapshots throughout the day of all the fun they are having, and it’s so reassuring to see our child smiling, playing, and enjoying themselves. It really makes a difference and shows how much care and effort goes into what she does.
Steph is warm, patient, and genuinely cares about the children she looks after. Our child is always happy to go there. We feel very lucky to have found her and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her to anyone looking for a fantastic childminder.
Both my children have attended Diana’s setting which is a home from home experience. My little boy started when he was 18 months old and continued to go until he left for school. He loved going and has made some lovely friends. He still loves going back during the half terms. My daughter started with Diana when she was 7 months old and still attends her setting. Both my children have learnt so much with Diana and developed skills that contribute to helping them move onto school. She treats my children like they’re her own and takes them on lots of exciting trips. I appreciate all the work she does with my children and they are polite respectful bright individuals because of the time she takes with helping them learn.
Beth
I am so pleased to have found Sharon and Tom and Little Wellies Childcare after previously having a difficult experience at a local nursery. They have not only looked after our son over the past 18 months, they have also become a huge part of our lives. Our son has thrived under their care, we have seen amazing progression in his speech, his physical and emotional development and his understanding. They provide all his meals which he loves - I never thought he would ever eat vegetables but now he loves them! He always runs up to the front door at drop off and never wants to leave. Sharon communicates all of his progress via Tapestry and WhatsApp so I'm always up to date with everything each week. I am so pleased we found Little Wellies and can't praise Sharon and Tom enough.
If you are able to connect with Casey to help support your family — you are very fortunate indeed. I have never been so confident that my kids were in the best possible care. Her space is inviting, calm, filled with fun toys and activities, and unbelievably clean. (Seriously, how does she keep it looking and smelling so clean??) Her demeanor is incredibly peaceful and positive. I feel really lucky to have connected with her, and she was even especially accommodating as I was looking for help right away. She also provides a detailed report at the end of the day, not just fun photos but info about naps and food eaten and interests etc. Doesn’t get better than Casey!
Madison
We came to Fay relativeky last-minute looking for childcare help and she was able to accommodate my two children (4 and 1). There were never any issues, extremely reliable and calm. Both of my kids were eager to return week after week, likely because of the combination of consistency of routine and fun novelty as she switches up the activities and outings day-to-day. There is plenty of time outside in the garden and in nearby parks, which is wonderful. It was also a good experience for my children to experience dogs, as Fay’s two Newfoundlands were around for cuddles and walks from time to time. My son was hesitant at the start, but Fay helped him get a little more comfortable.
Madison
Appointing Sofan as my childminder was the best decision I made for my daughter. She is such an affectionate and nurturing individual. My daughter was always excited when it’s time to go as she knew she had a fun-filled day to look forward towards. I felt that Sofan went above and beyond to ensure that my daughter’s needs were being met by providing a wide variety of activities from library visits, outdoor activities to fun arts and crafts. In a short period of time my daughter developed amazing communication and social skills. The flexibility offered and the cultivating family atmosphere made such a massive impact on my work life. Therefore, I would highly recommend Sofan for her impactful childminding skills.
We honestly couldn’t ask for a better childminder. Monika provides such a homely, safe, and loving environment for the children. She has always given us complete peace of mind knowing our babies are happy, supported, and genuinely cared for every single day. She feels like extended family to us now and we are incredibly grateful we found her.
Monika works with us to support our babies routines and meeting their milestones in the best way that works for us all, she is just as excited and proud as we are with the children’s achievements, it’s a real family approach which is exactly what we always hoped for.
We cannot recommend her highly enough, any family would be so lucky to have her.
Simrat has been my son’s nanny since July 2024 and she has been absolutely amazing. She is caring, patient and genuinely passionate about working with children. My son settled with her very quickly and has built such a lovely bond with her.
She always keeps him engaged with fun and educational activities, supports his development and makes sure he feels safe, happy and cared for at all times. Simrat is reliable, professional and communicates really well with me, which gives me complete peace of mind.
I have seen such a positive impact since she started working with our family and I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a loving and trustworthy nanny.
I cannot recommend Yordanos enough. She is warm, friendly, energetic, fun and incredibly professional, and it is clear that she puts her whole heart into her work.
She has been looking after our little one for nine months now, and we feel so lucky to have found her. When we first started (I had to go back to work and felt anxious), our LO’s separation anxiety was at its peak, but Yordanos went above and beyond to help them settle in gently and confidently. Her patience, loving care and kindness made such a difference. She has a lovely playroom, everything is very clean and she prepares food for the LOs that smells and looks delicious!
Leaving your child with someone is never easy, but with Yordanos it genuinely feels like leaving them with family. I always know our LO is safe, super happy, cared for and in the very best hands. Yordanos is a wonderful childminder and we are so grateful for everything she does.
Christin
We have sent both of our daughters to Lisa and it has been the best parenting decision we have made. Our first daughter was born during lockdown and it was a very nerve wracking experience trying to navigate organising childcare. Lisa completely put us at ease and was attentive and tuned in to our daughter (and us) from day one. From the success of our first daughter thriving under Lisa’s care we knew it was a no-brainer that we wanted our second daughter to be with Lisa too. Our youngest adores her Lisa days and is best friends with Maggie who always comes to greet her at the door in the morning. It truly is a home away from home with the most amazing adventures thrown in! Lisa carefully plans a whole range of days out, park visits, playgroup sessions, childminder meet ups, sessions in the community and more. Her home is the most welcoming environment full of high quality and engaging resources that support each child on their development journey. Lisa is so skillful at encouraging and supporting our daughter to be independent and confident in herself.
Lisa has everything covered - from wellies to waterproofs, jackets, sun hats and anything else a little one might need. The resources that Lisa provides are invaluable for ensuring a smooth drop off as all that’s needed is a packed lunch. The peace of mind that knowing my daughter has everything she needs for any adventures without me having to worry or remember it is worth its’ weight in gold for a busy working parent!
We feel so incredibly lucky to have found Lisa and are so grateful that she has been to important in shaping both our daughters’ early years. We cannot thank Lisa enough for her commitment, energy and unwavering enthusiasm.
I had the absolute privilege of completing my work experience with Lisa a few years ago whilst studying at Warwickshire college, completing my T-Level, Level 3 childhood studies qualification and I cannot recommend her highly enough. Lisa is truly fabulous at what she does. During my time with her, I saw firsthand how much care, energy, and love she pours into the children. We went on regular, brilliant day trips to farm yards , national trusts , soft plays and organised meet ups with some great local childminders for activities and events. Lisa’s ability to make every single day both educational and incredibly fun is amazing, every child came through the front door excited for what the day had to bring and energetic for what adventure Lisa had at the ready. I now work in a Specialist Resource Provision as a level 3 qualified practitioner and can honestly say that Lisa has not only inspired my ability to work alongside children today but also on how to create a safe , nurturing and stimulating environment for everyone.
She is a wonderful mentor and fabulous childminder , any child would be so lucky to have her.
My son attended Paula's setting from the age of 8 months until he started Reception. I am extremely grateful for the day I chose Paula as our childminder and, of course, my second child joined her as soon as she could too!
Knowing that my precious children are with Paula, and now Heather too, means knowing they are safe and exceptionally well cared for. Paula’s care for the little ones goes above and beyond in every aspect. There is always plenty of nurturing, fun, creativity, enriching experiences and support for their development.
Paula is incredibly skilled at meeting each child’s individual needs and ensuring they reach their full potential before becoming school ‘superheroes’. Her dedication and professionalism give us the peace of mind that every parent deserves.
It makes me incredibly happy to know that my children spend their days surrounded by little friends and creating wonderful memories 💕
Alma
I contacted Aman seeking support and advice for my autistic child, as I was desperately trying to find help for my child’s needs. Unfortunately, from the very beginning, I found her communication extremely rude, dismissive, condescending, and lacking empathy.
Despite feeling uncomfortable with her attitude, I continued communicating with her because I was genuinely desperate for support. After a few months, I contacted her again yesterday asking if she could call me back for advice. Her first response to me was simply, “What do you need?” which came across as cold, aggressive, and highly disrespectful.
As a parent already struggling to seek support for a vulnerable child, I found her manner deeply upsetting and unprofessional, especially from someone who claims to help families and parents.
When I questioned why she was speaking to me in such a dismissive way, she immediately became defensive and threatened to report me and call the police, despite the fact that I had approached her respectfully throughout. I have screenshots of the messages which clearly show the way I was spoken to.
She has also blocked me, which makes me feel she was trying to prevent me from leaving an honest review about my experience. She also made comments such as “may God guide you,” which felt patronising and made me feel as though I was a mad person and being treated unfairly simply for asking for support for my autistic child.
Parents of children with additional needs are often already under huge emotional pressure and deserve compassion, patience, and professionalism. Sadly, this was not my experience at all.
Based on my experience, I would strongly advise parents to think carefully before contacting this person, especially if you are already in a vulnerable situation and looking for genuine support.
From our very first day, Clare made my daughter and I feel completely at ease. Looking back on the past year, her care has been absolutely faultless. The children spend their days out and about, having fun and connecting with nature. As an animal-obsessed little girl, my daughter has truly flourished under Clare's guidance. Clare treats every child with the utmost care and makes everyone feel welcome. Leaving your child with someone else can be daunting, but I have never had a single doubt. Thank you so much, Clare, for everything. ❤️
Jules started caring for my son at 11 months old when I returned to work. She made me feel so much more at ease throughout the entire process, calling within 30 minutes of dropping him off for the first time to let me know he had settled and was ok. My son thrived with Jules and loved his time with her. Jules is extremely kind and reassuring both for the children and for parents. Jules was always willing to offer additional help where needed. She really is a gem x
I cannot thank Vicki enough for everything she has done for my children over the past 10 months. From the very beginning, she made them feel safe, happy, and cared for, and they absolutely loved going to her.
She created such a fun, loving, and welcoming environment, and the kids always came home smiling and full of stories about the amazing time they had with her. It’s clear how much care, patience, and dedication she puts into looking after the children.
I am so grateful for all of her help and support, and I truly appreciate everything she has done for my family. The biggest sign of how wonderful she is, is that the children don’t want to leave her!
I would without hesitation use her again in the future and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a caring and trustworthy childminder 🥰
Debbie has been looking after our child since he was 2! First impressions were amazing and still to this day it’s the same! She goes above and beyond for the children and they adore her! Nothing is ever too much and as well as it being a fun environment they develop and improve their skills so much with all the activities she plans for them all. 100% recommended!
Rumi is a phenomenal childminder. I often have to be in London for training, and she has never let me down. She is deeply reliable, professional, and entirely trustworthy. I am so happy to have found someone I can leave my child with and not worry for a single second. I highly recommend her services!
Lilyana