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 72,662 reviews
Rhianna has been a part of our family for six years and I’m truly sad as I write this, knowing that come September she will have a less prominent role as my children’s third parent. I say ‘less prominent’ because my (nearly) seven year old son has promised to still pop in for tea at hers when he’s ‘a grownup’ and because both he and my (nearly) four year old daughter fully intend to visit in the school holidays. Apart from a brief settling in period (made significantly easier by Rhianna’s outstanding experience with children), both my kids have happily skipped off into her house every day and come out beaming with handfuls of artwork, baked goods or fantastic stories of their days out. I feel truly fortunate to have found Rhianna on here: From day one when I dropped off a very clingy 11 month old to year 3 when I dropped off a second clingy 11 month old to our sixth year preparations for school, not once has she dropped the ball. Her home-from-home setting is filled with love, kindness, fairness and consistency. The children love her to bits, willingly respect her rules (far more than they do mine!) and they respect and care for each other. Knowing that they have always been safe, happy and amazingly well educated has significantly lessened the worries of being a working Mum. I have never once felt my kids have lost out (despite spending 44 hours a week with Rhianna) – She has only enriched their little lives, nurtured them like her own and set them up so well for the big wide world of school. There is no doubt she has our children’s best interests at heart.
As a parent, I find Rhianna immensely organised and I am always struck with her ability to keep her policies, menus and lesson plans updated. We receive a termly lesson plan from her which details theme of the week and the planned activities for each day. This is immensely helpful in planning how to dress children (for example for muddy walks, music classes, playgroup, messy play, baking, the zoo or the beach). She is also top notch at updating us during the day: we will always receive a timely update on any illness or injuries (for example a grazed knee on the school run) and just the right number of photographs so we know what the children have been up to, including their important achievements. Rhianna’s organisation also helped both my children safely navigate a milk allergy. Rhianna has always worked as a team with my husband and me, always to the benefit of our children. We have a most thorough update at the door each evening and she has worked with us on behavioural issues and been an integral part in getting both children potty trained too, always ensuring the praise or rewards we were offering at home were continued into her setting.
Rhianna’s setting benefits from a small number of children which has meant my children have always felt comfortable and have developed some wonderful friendships. At the same time, it allows Rhianna to individualise her sessions to the children she has: My son went through a stage of being fascinated with buses – so she made sure he was able to have a bus ride into town. My daughter is very crafty, so she has plenty of time to exhibit her artistic talents. From the age of two and a half, she has held a pencil correctly and this is undoubtedly due to the encouragement Rhianna has provided. Earlier this year, she was desperate to write her name and Rhianna gently and patiently supported her in this. My son, conversely, was not remotely interested in crayons or writing, so Rhianna used her own creativity to ensure he was exposed to plenty of activities: playdough, threading and ‘tweezer games’ to strengthen his hand muscles in preparation for writing. In addition to the small group of regular attendees, the children get to meet with other children at play groups and combined childminder activities. My children have had experiences which will prepare them for life: learning to use zebra crossings during ‘Road Safety Week’, visiting the dentist and learning to brush teeth for ‘Oral Health’ or visiting the local Temple, attending the Gurdwara and learning about Black History Month to promote their understanding of diversity. Finally, Rhianna’s home is immaculate, her garden a safe, fun place to have daily outdoor time and her family members loving and kind to our children.
I truly believe we have had the best childminder and I cannot recommend her highly enough.
Jag has been an absolutely wonderful childminder for our family. She has looked after both of our children from the age of 6 months, and over the past five years we’ve seen just how dedicated, reliable, and caring she truly is.
She provides such a rich and engaging environment for the children, with regular trips to the library, park, museums, and a variety of social activities each week. At home, they enjoy baking and creative play, and we always receive daily updates and photos, which are so reassuring and lovely to see.
Most importantly, both of our children have always gone to Jag with genuine enthusiasm, which says everything. We are incredibly grateful for the care, attention, and warmth she has shown our family. We couldn’t recommend her highly enough. Elisabeth
This lady is absolutely lovely I needed last minute care for my boys and she took the job on! She has been nothing but kind and respectful and she even made me dinner ! As I was home late from the hospital she is so caring and I wouldn’t go elsewhere I 100% recommend Michelle is my go to and I’m so happy I met her on this app!
We've had such a wonderful experience with Jag. She has been absolutely brilliant with our daughter, and her development has come on so much since starting with her in January 25. There's a great focus on learning through play with daily outings to the park, libraries and playgroups. We are always kept updated with photos, messages and clear information about meals and how her day has been, which is so reassuring. Our daughter is happy, settled and has made some really lively friends. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend her to other families. Thanks for all your support Jag!
I am so glad we came across Tracy. She has been looking after our daughter since she was 9 months old, and I knew almost immediately that she was the right choice. Tracy is such a kind, caring, and attentive person, and our daughter warmed to her very quickly.
She always understood our daughter’s needs and kept us regularly updated on her development, which progressed really well under her care. We especially loved using the app, as we received daily photos and updates that gave us real peace of mind.
Unfortunately, due to relocating, we are no longer with Tracy, but she has truly been an asset to our family. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a nurturing and reliable childminder.
Vaishi
Rusna has cared for both of my children and I would highly recommend her!
Rusna began working with my family in 2020 when she would collect my Son from school and take him home with her for childminding. Rusna would do after school activities and give my son a healthy meal. My Son adored Rusna and always went to her with open arms. Rusna has most recently been childminding my Daughter both full days from a young age to now collecting her from school for after school childminding. My daughter also loves Rusna and is very happy in her care. What I love about Rusna is that she is very nurturing and caring to both my children. Rusna is calm, yet firm. Rusna has also been able to help out when I have needed last minute childminding which has been so helpful.
Rusna ensures the children in her care are safe, nurtured and also enjoy healthy, well balanced meals.
As a working parent, it gives me so much comfort to know we have a well loved Childminder as part of our family.
I would highly recommend Rusna to any family. Please do not hesitate to contact me directly for any further detailed information.
Anna
We have been with Georgina for the past two years, and I truly couldn’t recommend her more highly. From the beginning, she created a “home away from home” environment that made such a difference in helping my son settle quickly and feel at ease.
Georgina’s communication is excellent—she keeps you informed, involved, and reassured, which is very important to me as a parent. Her genuine care and emotional attentiveness have always stood out. She has a wonderful ability to make each child feel special, comfortable, and cared for.
I also really appreciate how she works in partnership with us as parents, ensuring that the values and manners we practise at home are consistently upheld in her setting. That level of consistency has been invaluable.
My son has formed lovely friendships, has a great routine, and always looks forward to the activities Georgina provides. She also takes a real interest in his individual interests, which has been lovely to see and has helped to build his confidence.
As my son prepares to start Reception this September, Georgina has worked with us to make sure he is school-ready. The support she’s given both practically and emotionally has made a huge difference, and I feel confident he is going into this next stage happy and prepared.
Coming from a not-so-great nursery experience, we feel lucky to have found her and to have her as our childminder.
As a mother of twins, finding the right childcare was especially important for me, and I’m really glad we found her. She understands their individual needs and personalities, which makes a big difference. My children feel comfortable with her, and I can see that they are happy in her care.
She is reliable, kind, and communicates well, keeping me updated when needed. Even on more challenging days, she remains calm and supportive. I would definitely recommend her to other parents, especially those who have more than one child, as she manages multiple children very well while still giving each of them attention.
Tugba
My daughter has been with Clare since October, she was our first look around and I knew instantly that this was the place for her. Clare’s childcare room is full of toys and is kept clean, our daughter’s social development and speech has thrived even more since being at Little Bears. Clare takes the children on days out and to plenty of groups. She goes above and beyond for the children she child minds. My daughter always comes home happy and most times doesn’t even want leave. I would recommend Clare to anyone who is looking for a child minder, she is the best in what she does and you can see she truly loves her job.
sky
We cannot speak highly enough about Tracey and Matt. Our little girl has been with them since she was 10 months old and I’ve never known her to come home with anything but a smile on her face. She loved her time with them and so did we. They offer a place of love and affection that should put any parent at ease. For us, they made everything so easy and helped out with things they didn’t have to. I can’t recommend Tracey and Matt any more, we’re just gutted our daughter couldn’t stay there forever. If you’re looking for a place to help your little one grow, develop and spend time with the most caring people, then look no further. Tracey’s calling it a home from home is spot it. It’s the best you could hope for, for your little one.
Tatyana has been caring for my son since 16months, she ensured he was well settled in and comfortable within her setting before him starting fully. She makes sure all the kids are all happy and has back to back activities for them to keep them engaged. My son is always happy to go in and fully trusts Tatyana . I’m very happy with the care she provides to my son.
We feel so lucky to have found Pauline. My son has been with her for two years now and absolutely loves the time he spends there each week. She has such a warm, calm manner which really puts both children and parents at ease. I love that they spend so much time outdoors and are always doing a variety of fun and engaging activities. It’s clear how much care and thought she puts into what she does. Archie looks forward to going each week. She really does go above and beyond for both me and my son.
My son absolutely loves the days he spends with Sophie and Pauline! He has come on leaps and bounds with his speech and language whilst being here, amongst other things. They are always there to give any advice if needed, he is now fully potty trained and I wouldn’t have been able to do it without their help and support. Any incidents are always reported straight away and the day to day activities are always posted on the app, which is great for my peace of mind and it’s always nice seeing what they get up to throughout the day. I would highly recommend Sophie’s little stars to everyone x
Susie has been looking after our daughter since she was 9 months old, and she is now almost 3. We are beyond impressed with Susie and feel incredibly lucky to have had her as our daughter’s childminder.
From the beginning, we wanted a “home-from-home” environment while our daughter was so young, and that is exactly what Susie has provided. She always plans engaging outdoor activities and fun trips, which our daughter absolutely loves.
One of the things that initially drew us to Susie was her enthusiasm for providing meals that are varied, balanced, and healthy - something she constantly delivers.
Most importantly, our little girl is so happy in Susie’s care and has made some wonderful friends. It’s clear to see that she feels comfortable, secure, and genuinely enjoys her time there. That peace of mind means everything to us.
We really couldn’t recommend Susie highly enough and if we ever have another child, we’ll definitely be back!
We couldn’t have asked for a more wonderful childminder. From the very beginning, she created such a warm, caring, and nurturing environment where our child felt completely happy and secure.
She always went above and beyond to provide a wide range of fun, engaging activities and enriching experiences, making every day exciting and stimulating. We especially appreciated how often she took the children out and about, whether it was trips to local playgroups, outdoor adventures, or meet-ups with other childminders.
It’s clear how much genuine care and dedication she puts into what she does. Knowing our child was not only safe but also thriving, learning, and having so much fun gave us complete peace of mind.
We feel incredibly lucky to have found her and would wholeheartedly recommend her to any family looking for a kind, reliable, and truly exceptional childminder.
I just want to share how happy i am with the care my 7 year old son recieves from Kadijah. From the very beginning, she has been reliable, kind and so supportive.
She picks him up from school and looks after him in a safe and nurturing environment. It really gives me peace of mind knowing hes happy, well looked after and comfortable in her care . He always comes home smiling and enjoys his time there which says everything.
She is very approachable,keeps good communication, and clearly cares about the children she looks after. I truly appreciate the way she cares for him and looks after him.
I would highly reccomend her to any parent looking for a trustworthy and caring childminder.
We feel incredibly lucky to have found such an amazing childminder. Both of my boys have been in her care, and I honestly can’t put into words how much they adore her. They are always talking about her at home, can’t wait to go back, and even get upset when they can’t … which says everything. She creates such a warm, safe, and nurturing environment where children truly thrive.
As a parent, trust is everything, and I have complete confidence in her. She genuinely cares about each child as an individual, and it shows in how much my boys have grown in confidence and development during their time with her.
Her communication is fantastic, and I absolutely love receiving photo updates throughout the day … it’s so reassuring and special to see what they’ve been up to.
Carolyn goes above and beyond every single day, and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her to anyone looking for exceptional childcare. We are so grateful for everything she has done for our family.
I would like to say a huge thank you for all the care and effort you put into looking after my daughter.
I feel very reassured knowing she is with you. The environment is always clean, safe and well organised and it’s clear how much attention you give to every detail.
I really appreciate that she has her naps on time, which has made a big difference for her (and for me!).
Even though my daughter is very attached to me and this was her first experience being away from me, she is always happy and comfortable with you, which means everything to me.
Thank you for your kindness, patience, support and genuine care.
Patricia looked after my 9- and 12-year-old children for two weeks, and her impact was outstanding. Patient, engaging, and highly skilled in teaching, she built a genuine connection with them while significantly improving their understanding of expressions, spelling, and grammar.
She has a natural ability to make learning both effective and enjoyable. I would confidently recommend Patricia as a tutor for children of all ages.
My two children have been cared for by Rita since she started Growing Smiles. One of my children was struggling to settle at our previous childcare setting but within a couple of weeks she was settled at Rita’s which made me feel much more at ease. Both my children have flourished in confidence, they are always excited to tell me about their day and at weekends they even ask me if they are going to Rita’s! The set up is brilliant and the activities are innovative. My children are learning lots too and often come home having learnt new skills or facts. I couldn’t fault Rita and her assistant Chloe at all, I highly recommend their childcare services!