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.
Draga appears caring but initially disorganized. She cared for our 3-month-old girl over five weeks.
What I found particularly unprofessional was her arriving at work with a cold, including a fever, cough, blocked nose, and no voice. We sent her home and paid her for her time, but then she was absent for more than three weeks, often sending late afternoon messages to inform us she couldn't work.
In a professional setting with a contract, typically, a medical certificate confirming incapacity for extended periods would be required.
Regarding financial matters, she repeatedly stressed the importance of having a contract and expressed worries about her financial situation due to unemployment and the need for new housing. I even offered her temporary accommodation at our home as a last resort.
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Alan
We had a really positive experience with Fizz & would happily recommend her. She looked after our 9 and 12 year old and was consistently kind, attentive, & generous with her time and energy. The kids genuinely enjoyed being with her, she kept them engaged with a great mix of activities, from baking and board games, to trips to the park, as well as hairstyles and gaming. It felt like a really thoughtful balance that suited both ages well. We always felt confident that the children were safe and well cared for, and that peace of mind means a lot.
She is a lovely person who clearly cares about the children she looks after, and we’re very grateful for the support she gave our family.
Thank you Fizz.
Sarah
When we first considered childminders instead of nurseries, we were a little unsure whether it would be the right decision as first time parents. However, upon meeting Sarah we were immediately reassured by her calming presence aswell as her clear knowledge and experience with children.
River has flourished in so may ways since being with Sarah and often talks about how much fun he has with her. His speech has improved considerably and Sarah pays special attention to any area that needs working on, as well as ways we can help with his development at home.
Sarah is attentive, caring, understanding and flexible. We really appreciate the many outings she takes the children on, the focus on practical activities and fresh air! She has been incredibly adaptable to our son’s allergies and dietary requirements and always provides nutritious meals.
We would highly recommend Sarah to any parent considering a childminder environment!!
Aliss
Maria has been looking after my daughter since July 2024 and I cannot fault her. My daughter absolutely loves going to Maria’s and I have never had any issues with her since being there.
My daughter is always so happy upon pick up and tells me all about all the lovely activities that have done from going to the park, making cakes and treats, dressing up and playing play doh!
I never have to worry about my daughter whilst she is in Maria’s care as Maria keeps us regularly updated via the app and will always check in if needed. Maria updates the app regularly with nappy changes, pictures, meals and nap time. It’s so reassuring to know your child is really looked after whilst not in your care.
Maria and the team are super flexible on the odd occasion I have been caught at work and nothing is ever too much trouble. We truest value Maria and her team and would be lost without them.
I cannot recommend Maria enough.
We’ve used Motia for years now. She has looked after all three of my little girls and they absolutely love going to her for the day. Motia does fun things with the children everyday from groups to planned crafting sessions. The girls always come home with lots of art work and beaming smiles. I’m regularly updated throughout the day with photos and they’re always so happy! It’s been wonderful having a local childminder and we couldn’t have been happier with Motia. If I could give her more than 5 stars I really would. She goes above and beyond and we’re so happy to have her in our lives!
Vicky
We are truly grateful we found Amber
Her home is welcoming, nurturing and a safe environment for children. Her main focus is making sure that the children feel loved and safe and feel that they are in a home away from home, my little girl was a bit nervous about going but Amber was incredibly patient, reassuring land attentive and she soon settled, and now gets very excited when we pull up outside.
Amber always ensures the children have plenty and a variety of activities for them to get involved with every day whether that’s at home or out and about at a farm, baby group, softplay or nature walk.
We’ve seen such a positive difference in our child’s social skills, and is really starting to become independent and enjoying getting involved in different activities.
We have had top form Communication from Amber we are always kept informed about daily activities, meals, and progress, with photos which is a joy to see.
Overall Amber has made this whole journey for us as parents and our little girl a whole lot easier and would highly recommend her!
I met Raheena face to face last week for a stay and play session. Raheena was very pro-active in having a wide variety of activities available and encourage child led engagement so she could identity the best way to understand and support my son. Raheena was very open and honest during our discussion about the setting, skills amd abilities.
My son is 8 years old and has ASD as well as some other additional needs. During our conversation and seeing her interact with my son, it is very clear Raheena has extensive knowledge and experience in which she applies in her practice.
My son is currently going through his settling in transition, and is engaging in so many different activities that support his learning and independence.
Raheena has a lot of valuable resources to support the children with routine and structure. I highly recommend Raheena :)
Mamit was our daughter’s childminder for 9 months and we had such a lovely experience with her.
From the very beginning, she was warm, kind, and professional and it was clear how much she cares for children. Our daughter settled in quickly which gave us great peace of mind.
She provides a safe, clean, and welcoming environment, with lots of fun and engaging activities that support learning and development. We really appreciated the balance of playtime, quiet time, and regular outdoor activities.
Communication was always excellent and she was very flexible with our schedule which was a huge help with our work commitments.
We feel very grateful to have found Mamit and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her to any family looking for a caring, reliable, and high-quality childminder.
We couldn’t be happier with the care our son receives at Daisy Daycare. The staff take such wonderful care of him, and we’ve seen incredible development in his independence, speech, counting, and sharing. He even knows every action to every nursery rhyme, which is such a joy to see!
It’s clear that the team truly care for the children so beautifully. We’re always kept up to date with how his day has gone via the app, and we receive plenty of pictures and videos throughout the day, which is so reassuring. As the children get older, they make great use of the outdoor space and playground on the ground floor, which is fantastic.
The termly trips are amazing and really set Daisy Daycare apart. The team has taken our son to places like the London Aquarium, Vauxhall City Farm, and even the local fire station—experiences we really value.
The setting itself is always very clean and well-organised. Sophia regularly introduces new toys tailored to each child’s interests. For our son, this included a builder’s toolbox with wooden hammers and screws, which he absolutely loved.
Our son also eats very well at Sophia’s. The food is thoughtfully planned, homemade, and encourages healthy habits. He’s even learning to use cutlery from a very early age, which has been wonderful to see.
Another huge advantage is Sophia’s flexibility with days and drop-offs/pick-ups, which makes a big difference for our family.
Overall, we feel Daisy Daycare is a hidden gem, and we couldn’t be more thrilled to watch our little boy thrive there each day.
Elsie started with Michelle in September when she was two and a half, after her previous childminder had to cut down her hours. Elsie can be very shy when meeting someone new, but Michelle immediately put her at ease and made her feel so comfortable and welcome.
Since starting with Michelle, Elsie has grown so much. Her confidence has blossomed, and now she happily runs over to Michelle and straight into the car each morning without hesitation. Seeing how happy and settled she is speaks volumes about the care, patience, and kindness Michelle shows her.
As a parent, it’s the most reassuring feeling knowing your child is safe, loved, and in such good hands every day. We are so grateful to have found Michelle and would highly recommend her to any parent looking for a caring and trustworthy childminder.
I cannot recommend Uzma enough. She has been absolutely amazing and truly cares for my son as if he were her own.
When my son started with her, he was over two years old and non-verbal. Within just three months, he began saying his first words. Before six months, he had learned all his alphabets, phonics, and numbers from 1 to 10, and has even started spelling. The progress he has made under Uzma’s care has been incredible.
Uzma is kind, patient, and very accommodating. She is also flexible and understanding, especially when unexpected situations come up and adjustments to drop-off or pick-up times are needed. As a student-parent, this has been such a relief, knowing my child is in a safe and nurturing environment while I attend my classes without worry.
She provides a wide range of toys and activities, and her large garden gives the children plenty of space to explore and play. She pays close attention to their feeding, ensures they are always clean and well cared for, and regularly sends updates and pictures throughout the day, which I always look forward to.
Most importantly, Uzma has made a life-changing difference for my son. He is now more confident, communicates better, says “please” and “thank you,” follows simple instructions, and is gradually learning to interact and play with other children. He genuinely enjoys his time with her and often misses going there.
I am incredibly grateful for everything Uzma has done for our family. She has made a lasting impact on our lives, and we will never forget her. I highly recommend Uzma without any reservations!
May God continue to bless her always.
I am very happy with the care and support provided. The staff are kind, professional, and always make sure the children feel safe, happy, and comfortable. The setting is always clean, organised, and welcoming.
My children Jennifer and Alexandru enjoys attending after school and has learned so much while being here. Communication with parents is very good, and I always feel informed and reassured. I highly recommend Reema to any family looking for quality childcare.
Georgian
We honestly couldn’t have asked for a better childminder than Nicole (“Nic Nic”). From day one, she has created a warm, fun, and engaging environment that both of our children have absolutely loved being part of.
Nicole has a gift for making every day exciting. There are always thoughtful activities planned, along with daily trips out, which the kids look forward to so much — and all are included, which is such a bonus. It’s clear how much effort she puts into creating opportunities for them to play, explore and learn.
She is also incredibly reliable. Short of being on death’s door, Nicole is always there, which gives us huge peace of mind as working parents. More importantly, she consistently puts the children’s wellbeing first. We have always felt they are in a safe, caring environment, and she will always communicate any concerns with us.
We’ve really valued the updates she provides during the day — hearing what they’ve been up to, what they’ve eaten, and how their day has gone. She offers a great variety of food (even if our older one doesn’t always agree!), and it’s reassuring to know they’re being so well looked after.
Our children are now 3.5 and 1.5, and both have been with Nicole since they were 10 months old. Watching them grow and thrive under her care has been wonderful. We are absolutely gutted to be leaving due to moving out of the area — otherwise, we wouldn’t hesitate to stay with her right through to reception.
We feel incredibly lucky to have had Nicole as such an important part of our children’s early years and can’t recommend her highly enough.
James and Caroline
I required a child minder unexpectedly, having not engaged such services previously. I asked her to care for our daughter without even meeting her. I chose Michelle based on her profile. It was very risky, very unlike us, but we had no choice due to the circumstances we suddenly found ourselves in.
Our 2 year old daughter has thrived in Michelle's care, her speech has come on massively and her personality. Our daughter will speak about Michelle every day she is not in her care, her weekends are spent asking what time she is being dropped to 'Michelle's house'.
I can 100% say Michelle is the best thing to happen to us and our daughter and we are so grateful for her, I have nothing negative to say about Michelle and no concerns whatsoever.
She is a decent, hard working individual who I can highly recommend and has an excellent routine and structure in place for the children.
I left a review a few years ago about my elder son James who spent a couple of years with Georgina and he was very happy. My second son is now going to her setting and once again, the experience is great. He's so happy and excited to go to her house, has made really good friends and his general happiness and confidence is I'm sure also connected to the time he spent with Georgina.
Gabie
Ila is an absolute gem and we couldn’t recommend her more highly. Our son is always excited to see her and drop offs have never been a battle, which says everything. She creates such a warm environment where the children clearly feel completely at ease. She sets up the most wonderful sensory activities, makes sure they get plenty of outdoor time and play every day and serves a varied and balanced diet that we really appreciate. It truly is a home from home setting. We don’t know what we would do without her! 🩷
Tatyana, along with her team, are really doing a wonderful job. You can tell she genuinely cares about the children and their development. She supported my toddlers patiently as they settled in, which made a big difference in those early days.
They can be quite fussy with food, but she and her staff have taken the time to adapt meals so they actually eat well and enjoy the home cooked food, which I really appreciate.
Her setting is spotless and clean.
It’s been lovely to see my boys grow in confidence and start to thrive. They’re happy, engaged, and genuinely enjoy going each day. I also value the regular updates on their development, it gives real reassurance and helps me feel connected to what they’re doing.
I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her setting to other parents.
Claire started looking after my eldest daughter when she was approx 16 months old and started with my youngest when she was only 9 months. They have absolutely blossomed under her incredible care and are confident, happy and independent children as a result. Although Claire is incredibly caring she is also fun (!) and children are encouraged to be adventurous and enjoy themselves! Claire is definitely talented with children and each child she looks after feels completely at home with her, she is able to bring the best out of each child so they are happy, relaxed and fully themselves. Claire is very conscientious about nutrition and everyone gets delicious home cooked meals and snacks. Claire organises exhilarating weekly schedules for the children and they enjoy the beautiful countryside around her house and participate in toddler groups, soft play and local activities where they mix with other children. I am so grateful to Claire, and want to keep her in my daughters’ lives as long as possible. She is a true wonder!