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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4.9 from 74,035 reviews
Lizzie has looked after both of our boys from 9 months old and from day one she has been incredible. She has the most calm, loving nature about her and provides a true home away from home experience. Her house and garden provide all the safe space the children need, along with outings that she takes the children out on.
You are given regular updates throughout the day, the children are fed the most lovely food, and nothing is ever too much. Such a wonderful childminder who you can really count on for looking after your little ones
Carrie
Naghma Aunty has taken wonderful care of my daughter, Noor Fatimah. She is kind, caring, patient, and always makes Noor feel safe, happy, and loved. I have seen such positive growth in my daughter while she has been in Naghma Aunty's care.
She provides a warm, clean, and nurturing environment, and I always have peace of mind knowing my daughter is with her. Noor enjoys spending time there and always comes home happy.
I highly recommend Naghma Aunty to any parent looking for a trustworthy and dedicated childminder. Thank you for all the love and care you have given to my daughter Noor Fatimah.đ
I cannot recommend Pauline highly enough. Choosing someone to care for your child is one of the biggest decisions you'll make as a parent, and from the very beginning, Pauline made that decision so easy. She is absolutely deserving of her 5-star rating and has exceeded every expectation we had.
Our son spent a wonderful period of his early years with Pauline, and we genuinely couldn't have asked for a more loving, caring and dedicated childminder. He adored her so much that he called her "Nanny Pauline," which perfectly sums up the special bond they built together. Every morning he was excited to go to her house, and every evening he came home happy, full of stories and eager to tell us about his day. As parents, there is no greater reassurance than knowing your child feels safe, loved and excited to be where they are.
One of the things that really sets Pauline apart is the incredible variety of outings and experiences she provides. She doesn't just look after children â she gives them opportunities to learn, explore and experience the world around them. Throughout his time with her, our son enjoyed regular trips to local farms, soft play centres, children's centres, and toddler groups, as well as attending toddler parties and seasonal events. These outings helped him build confidence, develop social skills and make lots of lovely friendships with other children. It was wonderful knowing he wasn't simply spending his days indoors, but was constantly being encouraged to explore, play, learn and interact with others in different environments.
Pauline also plans lots of fun and engaging activities at home. When the weather was hot they would have fun in the pool, and the fantastic garden, very child friendly. with a variety of toys. Whether it was arts and crafts, sensory play, reading stories, messy play or outdoor activities, every day was varied and stimulating. She clearly puts so much thought into making learning enjoyable while supporting each child's development through play.
She has also been an incredible support with important developmental milestones. She worked closely with us during our son's potty-training journey, providing consistency, patience and encouragement, which made such a difference. Our son was also a very fussy eater, and Pauline never gave up encouraging him to try new foods. She was patient, supportive and always communicated with us about what he had eaten and how he was progressing. Her partnership with parents is something we really valued.
Communication has always been outstanding. Pauline kept us updated about his day, his activities, his achievements sending pictures which was always lovely to see and anything we needed to know.
Another quality that really stood out was her flexibility. Life as a parent can sometimes be unpredictable, and Pauline was always understanding, accommodating and willing to help wherever she could. Nothing ever seemed too much trouble, and she genuinely cared about supporting not just our son, but our whole family.
Most importantly, Pauline treated our son like one of her own. He was cared for with so much kindness, patience and affection that leaving him each day was never difficult. We always knew he was safe, happy and loved.
As our son now moves on to nursery, it's emotional saying goodbye because Pauline has been such an important part of his life. The confidence, independence and social skills he has developed during his time with her are a credit to the care and dedication she has shown every single day.
If you are looking for a childminder who is warm, trustworthy, experienced, nurturing and genuinely passionate about helping children thrive, then I honestly don't think you could find anyone better than Pauline. We will always be grateful for everything she has done for our family, and I would recommend her without hesitation to any parent looking for exceptional childcare.
Fateha has been super caring with my baby and they formed a bond very quickly. She was always open to following my way of doing things which gave me a lot of comfort. She is very knowledgeable about childcare and safeguarding. She has a wonderful presence, is always on time and very trustworthy. I am really grateful to have found her. I recommend her without a doubt!
We couldnât have asked for a better childminder than Murdina. She has looked after our son for four years, providing a nurturing, safe, and loving environment where he was always cared for as an individual. She truly tailors her care to each childâs unique needs, helping them grow at their own pace.
Murdina keeps us updated throughout the day and the kids are lucky enough to engage is a huge range of activities which help broaden their horizons and see more of the local community.
Our son wasnât ready for a large group childcare setting when we first took him to Murdinas but thanks to her patience, one-to-one attention, and encouragement, he has flourished. Choosing her as our childminder has been the best decision we have made for him. She has given him the confidence, independence, and social skills he needed, and he is now starting his school journey with so much confidence.
We will always be grateful for the care, kindness, and dedication she showed our family. I would wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking for a childminder who genuinely puts children first.
We couldnât be happier with our decision to send our daughter to Katieâs childminding setting. From day one, it has been such a huge relief and reassurance for us as parents.
Since starting, our daughterâs development has flourishedâshe has learned so many new skills and her speech has improved noticeably. Katie and Lisa do an incredible job organizing so many fun, creative activities that make learning feel effortless for the children. Our little girl is so happy attending the setting and genuinely looks forward to going on her days there.
A special mention has to go to the fantastic meal provision! Having Katie prepare all of her meals has eased so much pressure on me as a mum, especially knowing she is getting such a great, varied range of foods.
The care and attention Katie and Lisa provide is exceptional. They are thoroughly professional, and we always look forward to seeing updates, photos on Tapestry, and reading our daughterâs daily diary to see what sheâs been up to.
We truly canât thank you both enough for everything you do. We are so impressed and couldn't ask for better care for our little girl!
Ashleigh
Started my little girl here for childcare whilst at work she loves carly, i cannot thank her enough for helping me out as i have no family to help, and she has been a gid send to me and my little girl. Always goes above and beyond lots of communication througout the day which put me at ease, thankyou carly
Our daughter has been with Sally and Colin since she was 10 months old until 4.5 years. She has been so happy there from day 1 and we could not have been more pleased with the wonderful environment theyâve given her. Wonderful days spent outside, amazing themed parties, so much lovely arts and crafts and just a magical, special place.
You honestly could not find a better, more homely, fun environment for your child. We feel truly lucky to have found them.
From our very first enquiry, she was incredibly responsive and got back to us almost immediately. As first-time parents looking for a babysitter for our very young daughter, we were understandably quite nervous. Our minds were completely put at ease from the start. She suggested meeting us a few days before the booking so we could all get to know each other, introduce her to Darcy, and ask any questions we had about her qualifications, experience and childcare background.
She brought along all of her certificates, references and documentation for us to look through, which gave us even more confidence. It was immediately obvious that she has dedicated her career to working with children and genuinely cares about providing the very best care for young children.
Darcy took to her straight away, which made our decision so much easier. They bonded instantly, and we felt completely comfortable leaving Darcy in her care.
During the babysitting session, we were kept updated with messages and photos, reassuring us that everything was going well. She also asked beforehand how much communication we would like, making sure she worked around whatever made us feel most comfortable.
Continuing to be fantastic with communication, always replying quickly to messages and being flexible around our schedule whenever possible. Sheâs accommodating if plans change and is always happy to discuss timings in advance.
Weâve already booked her again and sheâll definitely be our regular babysitter going forward. Knowing Darcy is happy, settled and genuinely enjoys spending time with her gives us complete peace of mind. If youâre looking for someone who is experienced, professional, kind, trustworthy and genuinely passionate about childcare, we wouldnât hesitate to recommend.
Lisa
Yuko has been so wonderful with our little girl - she is patient and is always doing something with then, whether thatâs taking them to play groups or hours in a park or even visits to soft play and Wisley gardens.
Gracie has such full and days with Yuko and itâs so evident how much she cares about the children- a detailed follow up report after each day with pictures of the day and what home cooked lunch she has made for them.
Yuko is the best childminder we have used and I cannot recommend her enough.
We had a wonderful experience with Rashi and her team. My toddler attended for around six weeks, and during that time I could see how caring, patient, and dedicated they really were. They created a warm, safe, and welcoming environment where my child felt happy and comfortable.
Communication was always excellent, and I was kept updated on my toddler's day, which gave me great peace of mind. It was clear that they genuinely care about the children and put a lot of thought into providing fun and engaging activities every week.
I would happily recommend this childminder to any parent looking for a nurturing and reliable childcare setting. Thank you for taking such good care of my little one!
We couldnât have asked for a better childminder for our son. Having had a tricky experience elsewhere where he couldn't settle after three weeks, we were a bit anxious. However, Senang was completely fantastic from day one, and he settled almost immediately after his very first settling-in session. He absolutely loves staying with her and has built such a wonderful bond.
She is incredibly warm, friendly, and thoughtful, and always happy to help us out whenever weâve forgotten something.
We are so grateful for the care, kindness, and wonderful environment she provides. We cannot recommend Senang highly enough to any parent looking for exceptional care for their little one.
Miyu
My daughter has been cared for by Aunty DD at Puddle Ducks, and I can confidently say she has been one of the greatest blessings in our lives. From the very beginning, Aunty DD has supported my daughter and loved her as if she were her own. She consistently goes above and beyond to meet her needs, and has always been available for meâeven out of hoursâwithout hesitation. She is a beautiful, kind soul who pours genuine love, passion, and understanding into everything she does.
When my daughter first joined Aunty DDâs setting, she was quiet, shy, and preferred to watch from the sidelines. Aunty DD took the time to work with her individually, gently encouraging her confidence day by day. The transformation has been incredible. My daughter flourished under her careâshe became more confident, expressive, and truly happy. Today, she is a respectful, emotionally aware little girl who understands her feelings and is considerate of others too. Aunty DD played a huge role in helping her through some very difficult life changes, and I will forever be grateful for the stability and love she provided.
Every day, Aunty DD cooks fresh homemade meals that my daughter absolutely loves. She has tried foods she never would have touched before, and now she eats with a smile. The environment Aunty DD has created is safe, nurturing, and full of warmth. My daughter has always felt comfortable expressing her emotions without fear of judgement, and she trusts Aunty DD deeply.
One of the biggest milestones was potty training. With Aunty DDâs support, my daughter was fully out of nappies within two weeks. She proudly declared herself a âbig girlâ and refused pull-ups altogether. I genuinely donât know where I would have been without her guidance and dedication during that time.
Aunty DD is not just a childminderâshe is a remarkable, caring, and devoted person who has made a lasting impact on my daughterâs life. I am endlessly grateful for everything she has done for us. Any child would be incredibly lucky to be in her care.
Our daughter has been with Sarah for the last 2 years and we couldnât be happier with the care that she has provided. Sarah is kind, loving and has been more than just a childminder, she treats our little one as an extension of the family.
She provides great daily activities which my little one is always so excited for, and sends us updates each day so we get to see what they have been up to - this makes my day.
Sarah has supported our daughter through her eating difficulties and has helped us to encourage her to eat more through the wonderful meals she provides.
We canât thank Sarah enough!
Chrissie
Our 3 year old has a fabulous time with Elisha! She's kind, understanding, fun and not phased by our daughters "spicy" moments.
We are only in the UK for the summer, otherwise we'd steal Elisha away and have her as our regular nanny/sitter!
We absolutely recommend her.
Elise
My little boy Alfie has been with Lana since he was 1 all the way up until he was 3 and starting nursery. Lanaâs setting is clean and spacious for the children, with a lovely garden for those summer months. Lana has always done a wide variety of activities with Alfie including parks, soft play, playgroups, arts and crafts as well as many others. Lana has had a big effect on Alfieâs development, his skills have just continued to grow over the years and his really enjoyed being there. Lana always made healthy, nutritious tasty food for the children which Alfie always enjoyed! Additionally, Lanaâs always been flexible with times etc if needed which is highly appreciated. Overall, Alfie has really enjoyed his time at Lanaâs and has progressed massively in all areas since being there, I would highly recommend Lana to anyone whoâs looking for a trusted childminder, sheâs great! Thank you Lana!
Susan was a wonderful childminder who always made my daughter, Mimi, feel happy, safe, and welcome. She was kind, friendly, and caring, and Mimi was always excited to go to her, which gave me great peace of mind. I would highly recommend Susan to any parent looking for a reliable and nurturing childminder.
Mia
Honestly, it's a perfect nursery, causing no hassle for mothers. The director is wonderful, and the teachers are extremely supportive, based on my daily experience. The nursery is very clean, the environment is fantastic, and they cooperate exceptionally well and understand any situation. You can always get the best help and support; they take special care of the children and provide a very safe place for any child, where they can enjoy playing with good friends and participating in activities. I highly recommend this nursery, and what impressed me most was their ability to teach children manners, respect, and how to behave.Nads nursery is very safe; you can leave your child there all day without any worries.Many thanks for reading my review inadvance.