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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4.88 from 63,276 reviews
My daughter attends Half Pints and has so much fun. She is always looking forward to go. The setting is great too.
Lisa is a wonderful warm and caring nanny/babysitter who has helped us care for our children sometimes at short-notice.
Lisa has looked after our children very well, took the time to get to know them and build a relationship with them. They instantly warmed to her and I felt confident they would be in good hands.
Lisa is reliable, communicates well with us as parents, positive and caring with the children and always leaves the place neat and tidy which is appreciated. Her experience and professionalism is valuable and evident in the way she approaches nannying. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Lisa.
Honestly, if your child is being looked after Laura you and your child have struck gold. Trying to find someone you can trust with your child its hard. My daughter Molly is my third child and i sent my other two children to nursery but as i was looking down all avenues of childcare i found Laura. The moment i met her and walked into her welcoming home i knew i didn't have to look any further. My daughter adores her! Shes like an extended family member now to all my family. As a nurse I’m very fussy who i leave my children with but, I can go to work and not have to worry about her. That to me means the world. She has come on so much since starting Lauras and she beams with excitement when we pull up in the car. Thank you so much for your love and kindness you have shown to us all. We appreciate you so much! I literally couldn't do it all without you!
Beatriz has been childminding for our daughter since she was 14 months old, she was really helpful with giving us all the information at the start and putting us at ease. She provides lots of photos and updates on what they do day to day and she always responds to messages straight away and gives lots of updates on how she is.
I'm so glad we found Bea and love seeing all the things my toddler learns when she is there, we also really appreciate how much they get out to parks and going on walks to feed the ducks. Our daughter absolutely loves going childminders and it's lovely to know she is having such a good time when she is there.
Our little one has been going to Nelly's since he was 7 months. Nelly made us feel so comfortable with her erradicating all the uncertainties we had. Our son looks forward to attending. While in Nelly's care she sends photos and videos of their activities which is always really nice to see. Her place is also very nice and clean.
This is home away from home and would highly recommend.
I highly recommend Amanda, she’s great and we couldn’t live without her! My daughter loves going there, Amanda takes the children to playgroups, parks, days out and meets up with other childminders so they're always busy out doing things and socialising.
Amanda follows a set routine with meal times and sleep. She cooks all the meals and offers a great variety of foods, honestly some of the things she gets my daughter to eat blows me away, especially as she can be fussy at times but since she’s been with Amanda she’s improved so much!
We recently potty trained my daughter and Amanda has assisted us with this process, it’s been so easy!
Amanda’s house is very well equipped, clean and organised, the children have a dedicated area for playing, eating and sleeping.
We really couldn’t ask for more and were very lucky to have her!
I feel compelled to share a deeply unsettling experience I had recently, which I believe speaks volumes about the values we hold dear when it comes to childcare and basic human respect. Initially, when I reached out to discuss potential childcare arrangements, the conversation took an unexpected turn. Despite my clear communication regarding the compensation weeks in advance, the response was dismissive, citing the rates as unacceptable only after I confirmed availability for the specific days and hours needed.
However, what truly disturbed me was the overt prejudice displayed during our exchange. Upon noticing that Russian was listed as one of the languages spoken in our household, the individual expressed reluctance to work with us due to past negative experiences with Russian-speaking families. To clarify, we are not Russian by nationality, but merely possess the ability to speak the language—a fact that should not influence professional decisions or personal judgments.
It was disheartening to hear such a stereotype being used as a basis for decision-making in childcare—a role that necessitates openness, understanding, and an unbiased approach. When I addressed the ethical concerns of such stereotyping and discrimination, asserting that it verged on racism, the response was denial and a subsequent block on their end.
This encounter has been a stark reminder of the challenges that persist in our society regarding cultural sensitivity and acceptance. It underscores the importance of choosing caregivers who not only nurture our children’s physical needs but also foster an environment of inclusivity and respect for all cultures and languages.
Be wary of individuals who allow personal biases to cloud their professional responsibilities and interactions. Our children deserve to learn in an environment free from prejudices, where diversity is celebrated, and cultural knowledge is seen as an asset, not a liability.
Anne is brilliant- my son loves going to see her! His speech and confidence has grown 10 fold and that is because Anne is so encouraging of him and all that he does, they are always doing fun activities or on fun days out constantly learning new things-and Anne is great at keeping us updated via Whatsapp of all their adventures. Ollie happily runs up the drive each morning (on more than one occasion hasn't even looked back to say goodbye)! we couldn't be happier with Anne and look forward to seeing how well Ollie develops with her wonderful care xx
Shannon has been out favourite Nanny (and we've had about 5). Great at reading the room and adapting her approach based on what she sees. Super fun and likes to get the kids involved in decision making. Relaxed and happy and creates that atmosphere around her. Organised, good at time keeping. Highly recommended.
Anita
I had really struggled to find a childminder who is flexible to our needs. Cotema was very accomodating. She had helped my son in ll the ways . it's such a relief to see my son cling to her so well when I drop him there. I would really recommend her to others. she is very patient and kind. Also takes the kids for all outdoor activities and keeps them active.
My 10 month old daughter has started going to Emma, I can’t fault her! She has made my little girl so comfortable, she absolutely loves going there & has settled so quickly. The app she uses is great for updates and pics and Emma’s communication is fantastic. There is a great range of toys and her house is lovely, homely and clean. 1000% recommend her.
Kaths kiddie kingdom is amazing! I am actually struggling for the words to describe what a fabulous time my daughter has had at Kaths and how we will miss them so much. My daughter was 9 and spent nearly 2 years under their services. Always happy when she came home, had amounts of fun and day trips. Kath goes above and beyond for the children in her care. It is always hard to trust people for the first time but I can assure that Kath is the most honest, reliable and loyal person I have ever met! Hopefully a friend for life and I have no doubt in my mind that she will be my biggest recommendation to anyone who needs childcare.
Jules has been working for us for a few months now and is an invaluable support to our family. We have three children aged 7-13 and she ferries them from school and to activities, feeds them healthy meals and arranges fun things to do in the evening and holidays. She is very trustworthy and calm and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend her if you need someone to care for your child during the day or at the weekends or for babysitting.
Vera looked after my little girl after we had recently moved to the area and we were waiting to start a nursery prep. My daughter spent a couple of days a week with Vera for a couple of months and seemed to very much enjoy it. Vera did what she could to help us at short notice as well. Vera has a brilliant set-up with a lot of activities and toys. Vera herself is friendly and my daughter warmed to her quickly. Vera also gave very thorough updates of the daily activities with images which I loved seeing, and I also really enjoyed receiving the art/craft activities, Vera approaches this with enthusiasm and humour! My daughter is nearly 3 now and settled at nursery prep but we'll definitely call Vera for future babysitting help if required. Overall a great service and lovely person.
Be careful! Invited her for an interview to meet my daughter and for a chat about our needs. Came for interview. I said dont need to be here long. I said to her you want money for today and said no. Then she stayed longer as soon as i said and next day sent me a message that she wanted money ! Also broke agreement before we started and wanted money weekly before her going on holiday instead of our monthly agreement. She is insulted me and called me pathetic because i told her about her not wanting money and put pressure on me to hire her. She didnt say she had another family. She dont care about families. She is all about the money and is u able to work with people. Be careful people and stay away!
Lynsey is great at looking after children, even when the notice is short. She's able to connect with small children very fast. She is always on time and looks after my son really well. He asks for her to read him stories at night. I would highly recommend her for parties/weddings also, because she is very reliable and gets on with kids marvellously in hardly any time at all.
Renata is without exception great with our daughter. She will go over and beyond to ensure a safe, welcoming and calming place for all the children. We especially love seeing the pictures she shares of our daughter attending museums, parks and petting farms. We are truly lucky to have her and entrust her with the wellbeing of our child, who she has looked after from 18 months. We can't wait for our baby to attend her setting very soon because we know they will be well looked after.
Amy has helped me run an after school and holiday art club for children aged 4-11yrs for the last two years, and is absolutely wonderful with them. Amy meets every project with enthusiasm and knows how to adapt and help every child based on their needs and ability, to get the best out of them. She is a natural with children, and intuitively knows what is required to keep them engaged. if you’re looking for someone who is playful, creative and enjoys the outdoors to give your child memorable experiences and not just childcare, Amy is perfect. She is always on time, highly trustworthy and goes above and beyond what is required. I highly recommend her!
Soodi and her team have been looking after our sons (3 and 18 months) for 7 months now and they are just amazing - we’re so happy we found them! The boys love going to Soodi’s and have so much fun there. Soodi comes up with so many different and interesting activities for the children (arts and crafts, sensory activities, music, celebrating holidays etc.) but also gives them lots of time for free play with really varied toys. There’s lots of education through play and the team make a real effort to adapt activities so they suit each child’s developmental stage which is great. We love that the children spend so much time outside in Soodi’s lovely garden too - there are even multiple paddling pools and sprinklers set up in the summer! We’re especially impressed with the brilliant trips Soodi arranges (sand pit, parks, farms, Kew Gardens, Bushy Park, etc.) - it’s great that they’re all out and about getting so many different experiences. The setting is lovely - clean, comfortable, filled with toys, but most importantly it’s so clear how much Soodi and the team love and care for the children. The boys are always excited to arrive and greeted with so much affection, and talk so often about Soodi, Maedeh and Arezoo. We’re so glad they’re being looked after so well!
