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 72,685 reviews
Sam has been my regular sitter , but I just recently had her start cooking for us on the days my daughters been at nursery. Had an absolutely amazing experience. Her food is delicious, with a wide range of variety & she’ll let u know exactly what ingredients she needs & how expert she is. Spice level is exactly what we ask for, and i had such a great experience that ive even asked her to cook on days she isnt babysitting
We were let down at the last minute by another childminder and introduced via a neighbour whose children were with Rusna. She was immediately welcoming and made us feel at ease. My daughter was 1 years old at the time (she is now almost 4!). I was concerned about leaving her but she took to Rusna and her family as her own and we were all instantly at ease, with the family immediately treating all children as part of their family. Their dedication, generosity and care is unparalleled. My daughter used to resist naps with us and with immense patience, Rusna helped regulate her naps and was pivotal in making her first steps happen, her speech development and hee potty training. Rusna is incredibly capable and focuses on rhe welfare, development and socialisation of the children in her care. What the children won't do at home (like eat!), they will willingly do with her, food especially as she makes delicious food and children in her care get a great balanced diet and try different things, even if they don't at home! She is kind but has good discipline and the children listen to her which means they all interact with each other very well too. Her home is spotless and there are a lot of toys and activities for the children and all very organised. The house is super convenient for transport, parking and accessibility too. Rusna is a great communicator about our child and always cares and alerts us about the right things. She is super flexible too and has also helped us with school pickups, playgroup and classes which is incredible for a working parent and nothing is ever too much trouble. Really don't know what we would ever have done without her. She has availability now as the children in her care are starting to enter school. Any family would be super lucky to snap her up as their childminder. If you are torn between nursery and a childminder, this extra time in a homely setting but with other children and access to playgroup etc was a great midway point that then really helped her transition to half day nursery at a later date. She's had the best of both worlds. We were very fortunate to be referred to her and have an immense amount of gratitude to her and her family. I am proud that she has had them as role models. They will be in our and our daughter's lives forever now and the other children are her best friends.
Please don't hesitate if you have any questions. Would highly recommend Rusna in a heartbeat.
I’ve never used another childminder so I can’t compare, but I wouldn’t ever want to. Ruth has been the biggest help to our family we could have ever asked for.
Not only does she do the hours we pay for her to look after both our children at different times at different ages, she has been a friend for advice with all the regressions/progressions (her explanation)
We love her and are so happy her and her family have been part of our children’s lives while growing into school children.
LolHart
Both Poppy and Nawal work so hard to make every day special for my little one. Poppy is so caring and amazing at settling her when she’s upset at the beginning of the day. The whole place has such a lovely atmosphere and you really feel like they care so much about your baby unlike other nursery’s I have visited.
We feel incredibly lucky to have found Natasha (whom our children affectionately call “Aunty”). From the very beginning, she has gone above and beyond to create a warm, safe, and nurturing environment for our three children. It’s clear how much she genuinely cares—she doesn’t just look after them, she truly invests in their happiness, growth, and well-being.
Each of our kids have such different personalities and needs, and Natasha somehow manages to support each of them in exactly the way they need. Whether it’s making a meal from scratch, planning creative activities, or simply offering a listening ear after a long day, she does it all with patience and kindness.
Our youngest has a dairy allergy and fortunately finding a wonderful childminder like Natasha, who is passionate about Forest schooling, has been an ideal environment to support him, his gut and immune system. Before starting, Natasha asked extensively about our child’s likes/needs and we were delighted to find that on the first day of settling in, she had made his favourite meal of mince/keema. She even got smoked salmon for his morning snack (as he has quite an eccentric taste for food!) and thankfully with her care, kindness and experience, he is thriving and moving steadily up the milk ladder! We are eternally grateful for her wisdom, professionalism, knowledge, input and support.
What really stands out is the little extra touches—thoughtful updates, photos, fun outings, and the way she celebrates their milestones as if they were her own. Our children absolutely adore her, and as parents, there’s no greater comfort than knowing they are in such capable and caring hands. They even ask for “Aunty” Natasha on their days off and they have spent many weekends with her happily.
Natasha isn’t just a childminder to us—she’s become an important part of our family. Natasha is truly like a sister and like a maternal Aunt for my kids. We couldn’t recommend her more highly. Thank you Natasha for always being there. You’re absolutely amazing!!!
Our little boy has been going to Teddy Day childcare since September last year and we cannot recommend her enough.
Gosia is a lovely lady who treats our son as if he is her own, the love, care and attention she gives to the children is something we have never experienced before in a childcare setting. There are new activities introduced on a regular basis to help the children have fun but also learn. We are given regular updates throughout the day about how he is including pictures and again this is something that we really appreciate. Gosia makes it so easy for us as working parents as we know he is in the best hands which means we don’t need to spend the day worrying about him.
The meals our son is offered are varied and healthy, again meaning we don’t need to worry about him, he definitely loves the food!
Gosia makes so much effort for the child within her care, both in the setting and also by taking them on days out including the farm and the zoo.
Nothing is too much for Gosia and she will go out of way to help in anyway she can.
Overall we would really recommend Teddy Day Childcare.
Sidra was calm, patient, and very caring in her approach. She handled responsibilities with professionalism and showed genuine attentiveness at all times. She ensured a safe, comfortable, and nurturing environment, and consistently demonstrated reliability and a positive attitude. Overall, she took excellent care and provided great support throughout.
Sheila literally saved my mental health. I was a new mum who could not sleep due to all the initial anxiety of having a baby, and having her there at night changed everything.
She is incredibly calm, gentle, and an absolute sunshine — exactly what you need in those early weeks when everything feels overwhelming. She took amazing care of our baby and always answered all of my (way too many) questions on baby sleep.
Thank you so much Sheila!!!
Jolanta is an excellent childcare provider. She has looked after our little one from just over a year old and he has really grown in confidence and developed well under her care. The setting is spacious, clean and well maintained. Jolanta clearly cares deeply for all the children in her care and children generally. Fully ofsted rated and CRB checked. I would definitely recommend her to friends, family and anyone in need of a reliable, polite and kind childminder.
Anita cared for our little boy on a weekly basis for three months, starting when he was seven months old. Anita is a very experienced and punctual professional. She was kind and patient with our son and was always looking for fun activities to keep him engaged, and he absolutely loved his time with her. As parents, we also appreciated how well she communicated with us to ensure our specific needs and routines were being met. If you are looking for a highly skilled, accountable, and nurturing nanny, we cannot recommend Anita enough!
My son has been attending Ann Marie's setting for four years now. He has made lots of friends there and really enjoys his days at “school.” He has learned his ABCs, counting, and lots of nursery rhymes and songs, which he comes home singing to me.
He loves Ann Marie and Francine so much that when he comes home, he accidentally calls me Francine too. The setting has an abundance of entertainment for the children, encouraging both indoor and outdoor play. The garden has recently been renovated, providing a safe and fun environment for the children.
Communication and support regarding funding have been superb, with invoices sent promptly. The notification of the following month’s activities has been really useful in preparing not just the children, but parents as well, for school life.
Ann Marie and Francine take great care in readying the children for school, encouraging independence and providing support whenever it has been needed. The flexibility they have provided our family has been a godsend, and we are so sad for our son to leave them this September. I’m not sure who is more upset—my son or me!
Thank you for your amazing service and care!
Flori has exceeded our expectations of childcare in all aspects. Her setting is like a home away from home that our daughter was always excited to go to. The days were consistently planned out to provide a fun educational experience that fostered development at all levels. We especially enjoyed seeing activities based on seasons. Our daughter improved on many skills whilst attending Flori's, telling us about all the new things she learned and practised during the day.
Flori truly cared about our daughter's progress and individual needs, which was apparent as she continually left with a huge smile on her face and asked when she'll be going back.
We recommend Flori wholeheartedly and hope that we can have our second child in her care in the future.
We cannot recommend Liza highly enough! She is active and always taking our son on fantastic outings, from trips to the zoo and local parks to soft play and even special seasonal visits to see Santa. Sending children to childcare can be difficult, but she completely understands the separation anxiety both parents and children feel. She regularly sends us photos of their activities, which gives us such peace of mind seeing him so happy. Our son absolutely adore her. Her creativity with arts and crafts is also brilliant. We feel so lucky to have found someone so dedicated and caring."
Anthea is simply the best.
The moment I met Anthea I knew she was the right fit. Her house is warm, she’s so loving and the house is filled with toys and games for the children. The garden is also amazing!
My daughter absolutely loves it. Anthea goes above and beyond to allow the children in her care to have any experiences and is always out and about with them. The activities, cooking and art she does with them are always so engaging and my daughter always comes home with a themed project they have been doing.
I will be so sad when Nancys time with Anthea comes to an end this summer when she goes off to big school. But Nancy is ready for school and that is down to Anthea.
Lauren
Couldn’t recommend Lucie enough! She made the transition from maternity back to work stress free. My son absolutely adores her and Lucie knows the children she looks after inside and out. Lucie provides so many experiences for the children and they are always out and about from attending groups, going to the park, having picnic's etc. Since being with Lucie, my son has come on leaps and bounds with his social and language skills. I also get daily updates and photos which is great.