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 68,762 reviews
As a first time mum going back to work when my daughter was 5 months old ,I was very apprehensive. But when we met Simone we knew we had nothing to worry about.
Kind, considerate and professional. Simone makes you feel like an extended member of the family and we know our daughter is safe with her.
Simone takes the children to a wide range of activities aswell as lots of outdoor play. Simone is a fantastic cook with well balanced healthy nutritional meals for the children.
We are so lucky to have met Simone and that she still cares for our daughter now. We would be lost without her and you would be lucky to have such an amazing woman looking after your child
My little girl started here January 2024 after a horrendous experience in another private nursery setting and I couldn't be happier with the experience from bright stars. My little girl has truly blossomed and I couldn't thank Siobhan and Ellie enough for treating her like their own. The experiences shes been on and the care and love she receives is second to none. I honestly feel at such ease and comfort leaving my little girl with Siobhan and Ellie and Siobhans other 2 daughters. I wish you both knew how amazing you are!! They have both truly been a part of my little girls development and achievements. I adore you both!!! Couldn't recommend you both enough.
We had a wonderful experience with Karolina! This was our first time working with her, and she exceeded our expectations.
On her first visit, she came for a short two-hour session while my husband and I were home. She arrived very well-prepared with toys, books, and creative ideas for play. She immediately engaged with our 3-year-old son and kept him happily entertained the entire time.
For her second visit, she stayed longer while we were out. Our son usually has a hard time when we leave, but she managed to calm him down gently and made him feel safe and comfortable. She fed him, changed him, and even got him to sleep without any trouble. When we returned at 11 PM, he was peacefully asleep and had stayed that way through the night—happy, calm, and well cared for.
We truly appreciated her warmth, professionalism, and ability to connect with our child. Highly recommended!
Maria KD
Siobhan and Ellie have looked after my little boy who’s nearly 3 for over 18 months. Couldn’t find nicer people to look after him and feel so safe leaving him in their care every day. They give full written updates every day of everything he has been up to, and provide videos and pictures too. They have taught him his numbers, encourage him to dress himself/ put his shoes on and are currently potty training him while he is with them of a day which has been a massive help alongside our potty training at home. He was also a really fussy eater and he has come on loads with his eating since being with them. They provide lots of activities to keep him entertained and he loves his days with them. Would 100% recommend.
5 Stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Siobhan and Ellie are amazing! My son was with them for 1.5 years, and we only left because we moved to Ireland. They made him feel so safe and cared for, like a second home. There were always lots of fun toys and activities, from baking and painting to messy play and outdoor time in their big garden.
He loved the trips to parks, soft play and walks. Siobhan and Ellie are so kind and patient, and they really helped him learn new skills and build his confidence. I’d recommend them to any parent looking for a warm, caring place for their little one.
Danielle has worked for us since 9/5/22, looking after our now 3 year old son for 3 days a week and our now 5 year old daughter around school hours on those days. In that time she has become part of the family and we will be so sad to lose her when our son goes to school in September.
We cannot speak highly enough of Danielle, who is the second nanny we've had. Danielle has created a strong and loving bond with our children, both of whom respond to her gentle but firm approach. Danielle has understood the very differing needs of our children and been able to support their development through play, trips around Brighton and attending classes.
Danielle is hugely creative in the games she creates, offers a masterclass in how to survive messy play and seems to somehow cram more into the day than we ever could. We value hugely Danielle's advice as to our children's development and how to approach some of the trickier parenting conundrums.
We lucked out having Danielle as our nanny and have no hesitation in recommending her. We would be happy to provide further information or speak with any potential employers.
Tommel
My son has been with Rehenaz for about a year and he absolutely loves her. Rehenaz is a very warm and caring person and my son really enjoys all the activities they do together.
I am particularly grateful to Rehenaz for being so flexible and always try to accommodate us every time we need to make changes to the hours, this really helped us a lot as we both work full time.
Roberta
Holly has worked as a nanny in our family for almost two years now. We will sadly say good-bye to her in September 2025 as our youngest starts school. She has been fantastic in all respects and we will all miss her.
Holly has primarily looked after our youngest boy from age of 2y, but also did school run with his older siblings, and took them to clubs as necessary.
With our youngest one, Holly has been very resourceful and proactive, taking him to playgroups, libraries, parks and other settings where he can have fun and learn. All her trips are well planned in advance, but she is also flexible and able to adapt to new situations. Holly is very patient with children, and very kind. Holly has been very helpful with potty training and other milestones, and has a very calm approach to any new challenge.
With the older children, Holly has been excellent at finding different activities and ways to engage them, particularly during school holidays. Holly is very organised and safety conscious, and prepared for all trips and outings. I have always felt the children are safe with her. She is aware of schedules and homework and ensures this is done on time. She has also helped with some of the children's homework!
Holly is genuinely interested in children and this can be seen in how she communicates with them and engages with their world.
In the house, when time has allowed, Holly has been very helpful with light housework like keeping the children's books and toys tidy, and laundry. She prepares meals and healthy snacks. She cleans and tidies up after meals, and is generally very hygiene-conscious.
We have taken Holly on holidays abroad with us twice and she has been extremely helpful. She is adaptable, unfussy and takes new situations and settings in her stride. Everyone enjoyed our holidays with Holly.
I wholeheartedly recommend Holly as a nanny and wish her the very best for the future.
Katarina
Simone has looked after both of our children for over 5 years, from the age of one all the way through to school pick ups and holidays. We cannot recommend Simone highly enough. If you are looking for a childminder in the Beckenham area, look no further. She has looked after our children like part of her family and she is now part of ours. She has a huge heart, she cares, she is incredibly reliable, flexible, helpful, and genuinely wants to support the children in their development milestones, eating, sleeping, everything that all parents care about, she's on hand to help! Her home is a warm welcome, the garden is fabulous, she takes the children to great activities, they are very well looked after and have made wonderful friends there. I would have no hesitation in recommending Simone to any families wanting a kind and caring childminder.
Chloe was fantastic and my kids really enjoyed their time with her. She was able to help us out at last the minute due to unexpected shift changes and was professional and warm. She managed to cope well with an anxious child and they are already asking when she is going to come back again.
I honestly didn’t know where to begin… Anita from Kids Glo Childminding Services has been an absolute blessing. She is not just a childminder—she goes above and beyond to truly understand and meet my baby’s needs.
Before finding Anita, I had been turned away by two different childminders—both of whom claimed to have experience with babies. One only lasted two days before giving up, and the other refused after just speaking with me. As heartbreaking as that was, I appreciated their honesty, because it would have been even more painful to know that my child wasn’t being properly cared for.
At just 9 months old, my baby wouldn’t take a bottle, had difficulty feeding, and struggled with sleep. When I first contacted Anita, I honestly didn’t think she’d be able to manage. I hadn’t even fully explained my baby’s needs—but she instantly reassured me. She told me it was normal for babies to cry and be fussy, and in that moment, I felt a weight lift off my shoulders. For the first time, I didn’t feel like it was my fault that my baby was so difficult to care for.
Anita took the time and patience to truly connect with my child. During the settling-in period, she gave one-on-one attention, learning my baby’s cues, preferences, and routines. Slowly but surely, my baby transformed—from crying constantly, refusing food and sleep, to eating calmly, sleeping better, and smiling more.
Thanks to Anita, I’ve been able to return to work full-time—something I never thought would be possible. My baby is now happy, settled, and thriving in her care.
Anita is gentle, kind, and incredibly communicative. She keeps you updated throughout the day, and when you pick up your child, she always shares a thoughtful update. Now, every time I go to pick up my baby, I’m greeted with laughter and play. The difference is truly incredible.
I wholeheartedly recommend Kids Glo Childminding Services to any parent—especially if you have a fussy baby like mine. Speak to Anita. She has a gift, and I’m beyond grateful we found her.
Andreia
If you are looking for a Nanny or a babysitter, Keren is the best person to get in touch with. Keren took care of our 8 month old son for a month, 3 days a week. Out son was at his peak separation anxiety and teething phase and the manner in which she took care of him was excellent! She has the experience to handle babies - she has a calming presence, knowledge of how to feed and keep the baby clean. She would take our son out for an hour everyday and now he enjoys being outdoors thanks to her!
With our full time job, my partner and I were able to completely focus on our work without any interruption or issues because of Keren.
If you are looking for someone who is kind, efficient, knowledgeable, friendly, and experienced - Keren is the perfect choice.
Thank you very much for everything and best wishes!
Immi has been babysitting for us for approximately 6 months, looking after our 2 year old during both days and in the evenings. She is always upbeat and positive with her, whilst also good at responding to her emotional state when needed. Our little girl is happy to stay and play with Immi, to be put to bed by her and looks forward to her visits. Immi is really quick to respond, proactive and we feel very safe leaving our child with her. We highly recommend her.
