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 69,139 reviews
There is not one negative thing I could really say about Derek,we are so grateful and blessed to have found such an experienced energetic soul whom can keep up with my sons adverse ways.My son literally thrives with him and the other children he has.
Derek always goes the extra mile as well to ensure my son receives all the necessities he may need too, he is very informative and he definitely puts in a lot of hard work and for this I very much appreciate derek highly.
Tanisha
Claris is absolutely amazing. My daughter feels truly heard, loved, and appreciated there. The environment is nurturing and engaging, with wonderful activities like the Gardening Club and plenty of opportunities to practice valuable life skills.
She always heads there with a big smile on her face—and often asks to stay a little longer because she's so involved and enjoying herself. Claris has genuinely been a blessing to our family.
Highly recommended!
MagdaS
I have been looking for a babysitter for my kids for a while now , fortunately I found Emma, she was punctual, great etiquette, very polite and all round pleasant to deal with. My kids really enjoyed having Emma around and are already asking when next she’d be around! I would highly recommend. Thank you Emma
Tunde
Lulu is very calm, patient and experienced with our baby. She was attentive to his needs, even very small details, without us asking her - for example constantly checking he was cool enough during the heatwave. She knew how to make him happy and he was a smiling all the way through. When she was leaving he even crawled up to her to try to make her stay! Thank you, Lulu for your help. We recommend you!
Can’t recommend Jamma and Mick at Oopsie Chains more highly. They first started taking care of our daughter when she was 9 months old, and we were really worried about her starting childcare because of her separation anxiety and failed attempts to move away from contact naps. Jamma and Mick immediately made us feel welcome and reassured, and she settled in really well thanks to their advice - and even started napping in a cot which was a revelation! Our daughter stayed at Oopsie Chains for almost 2.5 years until we moved away from the area, and she absolutely loved it. They always gave us really detailed updates on how she was getting on, including lots of lovely photos showing her having fun which meant a lot to us. Her development in this time was fantastic, we could see her progress weekly. Their setting is lovely - in particular they have a beautiful garden with lots of exciting toys, and they are right next to the forest for trips out to explore.
We’re forever grateful to Jamma, Mick and their family for taking our daughter into their home and caring for her so well. They have felt like family to us, their home has been a much loved safe space and home from home for our daughter. She absolutely adores them both and will miss them a lot!
My daughter was with Paula for 1 year ,and iam absolutely amazed by her work .Paula is very welcoming, always smiling and full of energy. Sophie is with her 3 days a week and every morning she asks me if today is Paula's day and if I say yes she starts jumping and saying yuyyyy😁 her house is always tidy, full of lovely ,educational toys ,games ,books ,..she has very fun garden with outdoor toys to play with ,...I also love that she often visit playgroups and she sends daily her pictures from outing .
I know that my daughter is safe with her and well look after !!!!!! Definitely recommend 👌
My twin daughters have been with Leighann from 11 months - 4 years old. They are now going to school and Leighann will continue to look after them around schools hours and holidays.
Leighann is an incredible childminder. She’s kind and completely natural with them. They settled in really quickly and always have so much fun. They go to lots of classes and playgroups and even go on trips out to farms etc with other childminders.
I feel very lucky to have had Leighann look after my girls and couldn’t recommend her enough. She is fantastic.
I used this childminder while studying full-time at university, and I couldn't have asked for better support. My two kids were always happy, well-fed, and came home talking about their day with a smile. She created a warm, safe, and structured environment, which gave me peace of mind while I focused on my studies. Highly recommend for any working or studying parent.
Shay
Our child has been with Donna from 12 months, and he is now 3 and growing up fast. Donna and Roy have been an excellent team for the kids in their care, and balance learning and play well.
Donna's real strength comes in her experience and problem solving on harder behaviour hurdles, which is unique to every child. I know I can speak to Donna for advice about how to approach challenges, whether it's stubbornness or waking up at night. This is backed up with rock solid consistency, so the kids know what to expect and how to behave. Our child's health needs (allergies + eczema) are also handled with attention, consistency and compassion.
A nursery may have less holiday days you must cover, but a childminder means less days of your child getting sick (as the group is smaller), and that the experienced owner of the business is exactly who will care for your child. Donna and Roy provide nutritious home cooked meals, often using veg grown in their allotment, which you will not find in a nursery. We are very happy with our choice and would make the same choice again.
My daughter started at Juliet’s setting when she was almost a year old. She made me feel comfortable and safe to return to work. My little one settled straight away and had a wonderful experience, some days she did not want me to pick her up at the end of the day! Juliet’s setting offers a warm nurturing environment and she has a great way of connecting and caring for the little ones! Communication has also been great with lots of updates during the day and being very responsive with any questions I had. Would definitely recommend her!
Our daughter started at Iren's childminding when she was 1, settled in quickly and always looks forward to going to Iren's.
Iren is a warm and positive person and we've had a fantastic experience from day one - she's been reliable, professional, and genuinely caring.
The environment is safe, clean, and well-organized, with a great mix of activities, art, baking and spending a lot of time outdoors. It's clear that Iren genuinely enjoys working with children.
Communication has been excellent — we always know what our child has been up to, and any concerns are addressed quickly and openly.
As a bonus, some of the best photos of our child adorning our walls are thanks to Iren's capturing the best moments and sending us photos at the end of the day. Highly recommended!
Our little boy has been with. Lulu and Roy since he was 10 months old and is now 20 months. He has the best time there and absolutely loves both of them. He is clearly very happy and well cared for and we couldn't ask for a better place for our son. Lulu is really easy to talk to and happy to work on any developmental areas, always in a supportive way and we get so many photos of all the wonderful activities they do together during the day. It honestly almost feels like they're part of our extended family now. Can't recommend enough.
Helen
Finding the right childminder is so important, and we've truly hit the jackpot with Lulu and Roy. Sofia has been with them for a few months now, and we've seen wonderful development in her during this time. Lulu is genuinely caring and creates such a nurturing environment. We also really appreciate the clear and consistent communication - it makes everything so much easier. We feel completely confident and happy with Sofia in Lulu's care.
Natalie
Collette came through at a time when my little one was not doing well at nursery. No more miserable looks at nursery pickups! He is obviously so much happier and thriving.
Collette has been so kind and helpful when things have been chaotic for me too, and fast became part of the family.
Best decision I ever made!
Lauren was the best nanny we’ve ever had—an exceptional presence in our son’s life and an integral part of our family for over two years. She navigated a complex co-parenting setup (across two houses) with professionalism, care, and unwavering focus on our son’s well-being. Organised, trustworthy, and thoughtful, Lauren built a natural and deeply attuned connection with our son, consistently supporting his emotional and developmental needs with sensitivity and insight. From school runs and holiday activities to homework support and household management, she handled every aspect of her role with initiative and dedication. Lauren also embraced our conscious parenting approach, showing remarkable openness and growth. Any family would be incredibly lucky to have her.
Tory
My little boy has been with Vera since he was just 9 months old, and now at 1 year and 7 months, he continues to thrive in her care. From the very beginning, Vera has been warm, welcoming, and incredibly loving, creating a safe and happy environment that my son truly enjoys.
She is not only caring and nurturing, but also helpful, supportive, and attentive to every detail of his development. I’ve seen how much progress he’s made – socially, emotionally, and physically – and I know that a big part of that is thanks to the thoughtful and engaging care he receives with Vera every day.
Vera has earned my full trust as a parent, and it’s clear how much my little boy loves being with her – he always smiles when he sees her, and I feel completely at ease leaving him in her hands.
I genuinely hope that my son can stay with Vera until it’s time for him to start Reception Year, because finding someone as dedicated and kind as her is truly rare.
Highly recommended to any parent looking for a loving and professional childcare provider!
Stephani
I am so grateful to have found Paula three years ago. I was a little unsure with picking a childminder, as my eldest son went to a large chain nursery but it was the best decision I have made. My Son has been with Paula from 2022 and sadly leaving her to go to big School this year 2025.
He loves the variety with Paula, the visits to playgroups, parks, arts and crafts and her home setting. Play in the garden. He really gets it all with her, fun yet educational.
Paula recommends things to try at home to strengthen skills.
Yesterday in fact he was sad on the way home from hers as still wanted to be playing at Paula’s.
Paula has a loving and professional approach, you can truly see she cares and wants the best for the children. She goes above and beyond and we are truly going to miss her. She is apart of our lives and has been apart of Teaching my son so much. I sometimes question my son on how he knows new things and he says Paula taught me. I am so grateful to Paula.
The home setting is safe and Paula’s daughters are playful and caring. My son is surrounded by adventure and new activities every day in Paula’s setting.
We highly recommend Paula in every way.
Hajira has looked after our 3 year old daughter for the last 7 months. She also provides wraparound care for our son who is in reception at Breakspear school. Hajira organises lovely activities for the children like arts and crafts, puzzles, baking, waterplay and even a sports day. She also organises regular outings to the playground and local playgroups. The children enjoy being with Hajira and in her home - it has become their home away from home. Hajira is very professional and easy to communicate with. We definitely recommend.
