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 72,739 reviews
We cannot recommend Annette Finn and Edward highly enough for the incredible care they have given our daughter, Mina. As a family newly relocated to the UK without nearby relatives or support, they truly became our “family away from family.”
They have helped Mina enormously with every part of her transition — behavior, socialization, learning routines and boundaries, potty training (honestly amazing!), eating, confidence, and overall development. The environment they provide is so rich, nurturing, and engaging. Mina has regular outings multiple times a week to wonderful educational and social places including Willows Farm, the zoo, aquarium, play groups, and more. She is constantly learning and experiencing new things.
There are genuinely days when I joke that Mina is probably getting a better experience with them than she would if I stayed home full time! The amount of care, stimulation, patience, and thought they put into childminding is extraordinary.
Their flexibility and support with pickups and dropoffs has also made an enormous difference for us, especially since we do not drive here yet. They have made what could have been a very difficult transition to life in the UK feel manageable, warm, and supported.
Knowing that we have someone able to help with our toddler as we navigate a new, complicated pregnancy has only made me more grateful. Cannot recommend enough!
Luisa
Samantha, was more than accommodating to look after my 2 children (b8) (g5). We exchanged a lot of messages to make sure both parties happy with requirement. Samantha is very professional and has all consent forms and invoicing in place. Samantha was amazing with my children and they had lots of fun. They went to the park and then did some crafts before Samantha put them to bed. We have 5 chihuahuas which wasn't a problem for her. She even tidied up the children's living room to a high level. Which I did not expect her to do but is very much appreciated. The children have asked if she can look after them again when we next go out. Thanks Samantha the children loved you. Booking was 6pm to 11pm. My boy also has some SEND needs but she was very much prepared. Samantha sent me picture updates also. Will definitely book again.
Vanessa has been absolutely amazing with my son. She is caring, reliable, understanding, and always supportive. Even when I call her at the last minute or I’m running late, she has always been there to help. She also helps with dropping off and picking up, which has been a huge support for me.My son is always happy and comfortable with her,and I truly appreciate all the care she gives him.I would highly recommend her to any parent.
We love these two! Such amazing beautiful souls, they've become friends of our family
Indigo started with Sofia and Bella when she was just 6 months old, and stayed with them right through until she was over 2. When the time came to transition into nursery, she loved it so much we had to do it gradually! 3 days with Sofia and Bella and 1 at nursery, then 2 and 2, then 1 and 3. Even then, Sofia and Bella's was always her favourite, always where she asked to go every single morning
She thrived there. Creative play of every kind, plenty of time outdoors, her very first friends, and a steady stream of beautiful little art pieces she would proudly bring home to us. She was always happy to arrive and always happy when we picked her up
It gave us complete peace of mind, knowing our daughter was in the very best hands. Truly invaluable. The space itself is gorgeous and intimate, packed with creative things for the kids to get stuck into
These two have honestly got to be the best childminders in town, and we've met plenty of carers over the years who have looked after Indi. We feel incredibly lucky to have found them, and even luckier to have them in our daughter's life. Bella also became Indi's number one choice of babysitter and in all honesty, I think Bella is Indigo's best friend. She even named her favourite doll Bella! 🤣
We love these guys, and if you're lucky enough to have your child cared for by them, you'll already know you couldn't have asked for better 🙏
We feel incredibly lucky to have found Sunnyside. Our son started with Kerry and the team when he was 2.5 years old after his nursery unexpectedly closed, and from the very beginning they made what could have been a difficult transition feel so warm, safe and positive.
They create such a loving and nurturing environment, and it’s clear how much genuine care and attention goes into every child. The activities are always thoughtful, creative and engaging, and we love receiving the daily photo updates showing everything they’ve been up to. The outdoor space is fantastic too and regularly refreshed with new equipment and activities, which keeps the children constantly excited and exploring.
Most importantly, our son absolutely loves going to Sunnyside. Now at 4 years old he is still always excited to go, which says everything. We honestly couldn’t recommend Kerry and the Sunnyside team more highly. They have had such a positive impact on our son and our family.
Morgan20
Sam helped us over the course of a few days babysitting for my little one (15 months). Sam babysat one night and then looked after our daughter all day and evening at our rented house whilst we were at a wedding. Our daughter was happy as Larry and had a fun time playing with Sam. Sam sent us some cute videos throughout the day to reassure us all was well. Recommend!
I cannot recommend Sara enough. Both me and my children absolutely adored her. She is incredibly kind, warm, patient, friendly and trustworthy, and from the moment she arrived, she made my children feel comfortable, safe and happy.
She spent time genuinely playing with them, keeping them engaged and making sure they were having a lovely time. She was so caring and attentive to all of their needs, always making sure they were comfortable, well looked after and happy.
My younger child became very attached to her and only wanted to sleep cuddled up in her arms, which truly showed how safe and comforted he felt with her. My older son also absolutely loved her, listened to her so well and wanted to stay close to her the whole time.
As a mum, it means everything to find someone you can genuinely trust with your children, and Sara gave me complete peace of mind. She is truly lovely, caring and amazing with children. I would wholeheartedly recommend her to any parent looking for someone reliable, nurturing and genuinely wonderful. ❤️
Elena
I cannot recommend Kerry, Jackie and Nanny K at Sunnyside highly enough. As a family-run setting, they genuinely treat every child as an extension of their own family, creating a warm, nurturing and trusting environment.
We have complete confidence in their care, they are attentive, reliable, and keep us consistently updated with photos and insights into our child’s development and learning. The daily activities are thoughtfully planned and often linked to real-life events, which adds meaningful context to the children’s experiences.
Their garden is secure, engaging and filled with opportunities for fun, play and exploration. Every aspect of their setting reflects the care and dedication they put into supporting the children.
We have no complaints whatsoever and would wholeheartedly recommend Kerry and her family to anyone looking for exceptional childcare.
Gemma
Both of my children went to Annemarie from the age of 1 until 3 or 4 and had the best time with her. The care she provides is second to none and the creativity that she brings to their play is amazing! Annemarie became an extension of our family helping us to bring up our children, offering advice and support on all challenges of parenting! The boys still talk about her now at 5 and 7, and I would recommend her to anyone looking for a childminder who will teach, care for and nurture your children in a home from home environment.
I have been sending both my son and daughter (pre-school age) to Aunty Zainab & team for over a year now and the impact on both my children’s and my life has been incredible. I have seen a complete turn around in my kids attitude to go to a childcare setting where previously they were unable to settle in a nursery setting. I have also noticed how much confidence they have gained and look forward to hearing the stories from their day with Aunty Zainab & team.
The kids always come back having learnt something new whether it be numbers, days of the week or a new song. The team also keeps me updated with regular pictures and text messages and I am always encouraged to message should I need to.
My kids are particularly fond of Aunty Ashi who really gives them a boost every morning on drop off & my daughter often gets excited to go in and tell her what she’s been up to on the weekends. All of the staff go above and beyond for the kids as well as the parents and they really have been a life saver for me as I don’t have anyone else to rely on!
Maryam
We used Kay's services as the first childminder for our baby girl, at the time she was approx 15 months. Kay was a delight to deal with from the offset being very prompt with messages and also providing updates throughout the day with pictures, we really appreciated this as we felt reassured throughout the day seeing pictures of her food and activities. We also feel that Kay did promote development and skills that we did not realise at first, it was only in a wider setting with other children and on the reports of activities completed during her stay that we realised Kay was very proactive at pushing development with her. I would recommend Kay to all friends and family with no concerns.
Reece
Kay is such a kind, caring, and genuinely lovely person. From the very beginning, she made my child feel completely safe, happy, and at home. It honestly gave me so much comfort knowing my child was so settled with her — she would walk straight through the door excited to see Kay without even saying goodbye to me!
I have my child on a routine, and Kay followed it perfectly while still making every day fun and enjoyable. She takes the children on lovely trips out and always keeps them engaged and happy.
One thing that really stood out to me was how reassuring and supportive she is. Whenever I wanted an update, she would reply quickly and always put my mind at ease. As a parent, that means everything.
I truly couldn’t recommend Kay enough to anyone looking for a caring, trustworthy, and loving childminder. She treats the children as if they were her own, and I’m so grateful for everything she has done for my child.
Our daughter has been attending Beth and Callum's for the past 2 years, and our son has recently started too. We couldn’t be happier with the care and support they receive. Our daughter has really excelled during her time here, learning numbers, letters, colours, and so much more in a fun and nurturing environment.
She enjoys their daily walks, trips to the park, and local outings.
Our son has settled in incredibly quickly, which is a real testament to how welcoming and caring the setting is.
We also really appreciate the daily updates and photos, which give us peace of mind and allow us to see all the lovely activities they get up to throughout the day. Picking them up is genuinely the highlight of my day when they come home happy and so excited to tell us about their day.
Highly recommend!
My daughter started with Mel and Jean in January this year at 12 months old. Mel was the first childminder I actually spoke with and then met. She told me to have a look around to make sure I feel confident in who I want to look after my daughter. But as soon as I met her I knew I didn’t need/want to look elsewhere!
In such a short space of time she fell right into place and absolutely LOVES going to Mel’s house.
My daughter has profound deafness and wears cochlear implants and I cannot praise Mel and Jean enough for the support they give her every single day and the effort they put in to ensure her needs are met to the fullest. In just 4 months my daughter has developed and thrived in ways I never expected her to.
They go above and beyond, taking the kids on day trips regularly, whilst also providing amazing sensory and educational play at home.
I’m so glad I picked Mel and Jean to look after my little girl, because I know they look after her as if she was their own❤️
Aisha has been amazing with my children and very supportive with childcare arrangements. She is caring, reliable and keeps good communication throughout. My children feel comfortable and happy in her care, and I appreciate how flexible and understanding she has been. I would definitely recommend her to other parents.
Amy looked after our two daughters for 3.5 years, as a nanny, before becoming a childminder. She cared for our children with professionalism, warmth, humour and reliability. As a Norland-trained nanny, Amy created a secure environment both inside and outside of our home, and we always trusted her judgement when it came to the safety of our children.
Amy's organisation is second to none. She managed routines confidently, prepared delicious and healthy meals, and supported both weaning and table manners. She has a strong understanding of child development and often planned activities and outings that supported our children’s learning, confidence, and social skills.
Communication with Amy was easy, and we felt fully informed as parents. We have no doubt that she is an excellent childminder.
My daughter has been at Sunnyside with Kerry and the team since she was 13 months old. I was extremely anxious leaving my daughter for the first time however Kerry and the team put me at ease straight away my daughter has been given the upmost time and attention when she has needed 1:1 support she has been given it and has the most amazing relationship with nanny k and Jackie. She loves all at Sunnyside but the support she has been given has been second to none the garden space the soft tray education is amazing and I receive constant updates and pictures throughout the day that brings a smile to my face whenever I see how much she has been enjoying herself. I will always be so appreciative and grateful for Sunnyside and what that have done for my little girl. X
This nursery is honestly second to none and i would recommend to absolutely anybody who is looking for a childcare setting that feels like a home away from home. My son attended here from 2023-2025 and when i fell pregnant with my daughter i knew she would be going nowhere else other than here. To say i am happy with this nursery is an understatement. they really do go above and beyond. not only with the children but with families too. All staff have been a shoulder to cry on when i’ve needed it and has listened to all my troubles and worries no matter how busy they may be. My son absolutely loved Brook cottage and i was devastated when he left to go to nursery but 6 months later we returned with my little girl. All of the meals are freshly home cooked and have a wide variety so there’s never the same meals week in or out. The children are taken on day trips or a walk around the local areas to expand their knowledge and encourage creative play and there’s always a different set up each day. They keep me regularly updated with nappy changes, nap times and what my daughter has eaten and drank throughout the day through the app along side pictures of what she is getting up to. I am so glad i chose Brook Cottage to care for my children.
I just meet Rosie and after we talk for two hours i could realise how professional she is , all information provided on complex cases involving children with ASD and special needs, providing up to date information and variety of funded childcare packages.My little daughter Sofia adored Rosie from the moment she walked in hour house ,also very supportive for me recommended things to help me in the future, to help me come out of the same routine I have it for one year time (a single mum with 3 kids )
Alex