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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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4.9 from 74,075 reviews
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I'm pretty sure this is the first negative review I have ever left, and I have thought carefully before posting it. My intention is not to attack anyone, but to make sure other parents have information that I believe should have been disclosed before choosing something as important as childcare.
My daughter enjoyed her short time with Roisin and had a lovely time with the other children on the outings. I have no criticism of how she was treated during the six sessions she attended.
However, on my daughter's sixth day I arrived at approximately 9:45am and personally saw a man and woman leaving the property. One of them then returned to speak to Roisin after she answered the door. When I asked if the house was also operating as an Airbnb, she confirmed that it was.
This came as a complete surprise because the property being used to accommodate Airbnb guests had never been disclosed before we entered into the childcare agreement.
After raising my concerns, Roisin confirmed in writing that the Care Inspectorate was aware of the arrangement, that Airbnb guests left as children were arriving, that guests could occasionally use the kitchen for water, used the upstairs bathroom, and might use the downstairs toilet during the night. She also stated they had been operating the Airbnb for around nine years.
I later found the Airbnb listing, which advertised shared common spaces, a shared bathroom, kitchen access and breakfast.
The listing was advertising availability during dates that overlapped with my daughter's childcare sessions, and one guest review even commented that "having a day care at home meant we couldn't sleep in the mornings." This was consistent with my understanding that the Airbnb and childminding were operating alongside each other.
As parents, we were simply not comfortable with our child being cared for in a home that was also accommodating paying guests/ complete strangers, particularly when we had not been told beforehand. We immediately ended the childcare arrangement.
The Airbnb listing has since been removed, but that does not change the fact that it was operating while my daughter attended or that it had not been disclosed to us at all. Once trust had been broken, we no longer felt comfortable continuing.
Every family will make their own decision about whether they are comfortable with this type of arrangement. I am simply sharing our experience so that other parents can make an informed decision with information that we did not have before enrolling.
Iulia
We have had a wonderful experience with Denise. She has been incredibly supportive and has helped guide us on how best to care for our daughter ccording to her individual needs and stage of development.
She is caring, reliable, and communicates extremely well. She has always been there whenever we have needed her, even taking the time to offer helpful advice over the phone. Her genuine care, patience, and thoughtful guidance have made a real difference to our family.
We are very grateful for everything she has done and would highly recommend her.
Leonidas
Lisa is an absolute superstar. She gives you daily updates on what she doing with kids, all the activities and days out. Lisa will see/let you know if you child looks/is unwell, she’s got so much experience with looking after kiddos I took every advice she’s given me and all of them were completely correct.
She’s not only taking care of our kids,she’s a part of their emotional and developmental journey and my son absolutely loves her.
Best childminder, I would definitely recommend
Karolina
Emma has been an incredible childminder and I highly recommend her to any parent looking for a passionate and truly amazing childminder! My son has been with Emma since a baby and is now 10 years old.
Emma is kind, patient and nurturing and has always created a safe and loving environment for my son to feel happy and valued. She has played such a key role in my son’s development, teaching him good manners, respect and kindness from a very young age.
Emma shows genuine care and love for all the children in her care and I will always be grateful for the support Emma has provided my son and our family.
Choosing a childminder is one of the biggest decisions you'll make as a parent, and I couldn't recommend Nicky highly enough.
I first met Nicky in 2018 as a first-time mum, feeling incredibly apprehensive about leaving my baby for the first time. After receiving two glowing recommendations, I arranged to meet her, and from the moment we met, I instantly felt at ease.
My eldest daughter, who is now 8, was with Nicky from 11 months old right through until she started school. Throughout those years, Nicky always kept me updated on everything that mattered, from meals and how much she'd eaten, to toileting, naps, and everything in between. She supported her through so many important milestones, including learning to walk and potty training, and treated her with so much care, patience, and love.
In all the years my daughter was with her, I think Nicky only ever had one day off sick, which speaks volumes about her dedication and reliability.
Outside of my own family, there is no one I trust more with my children. So when I found out I was pregnant with my second daughter, one of the very first things I did was tell Nicky and make sure she had a space available for the days I needed.
Nicky has become so much more than just a childminder to our family. She has played such an important role in my daughters' early years, and I will always be grateful for the love, support, and care she has given them. Any family would be incredibly lucky to have her.
Charlie did an amazing job of looking after my 2 year old (Evie). I was visiting my parents and needed some last minute childcare. Evie warmed to Charlie straight away and I felt really comfortable Charlie was looking after her well. Would highly recommend Charlie and we’ll definitely look to work with Charlie again when I’m next visiting!
Kate
I can’t put in words how lovely is Little years childcare, Iona is so amazing and professional.
It took me long time and many visits to find right childminder for my 18mont old.
When I met up with Iona I knew she is the one,
My daugter is so,so happy at Iona’s care. She is happy to go in and very happy when I come to collect her.
Iona provides kids with a lovely lunch, has lovely days out and has a good advice when needed.
My daughter use to was unsure of dogs but spending time with Hugo(the most kindest dog) she has found love for dogs.
My favourite part of the day is when Iona sends little message how was my daughters day and what they been up to, nice to see pictures of their busy days.
Thank you very much for care and love you provide!
Many thanks, Baiba.
We are so happy with how our daughter has settled into jasmines setting. After a negative experience at a previous childminder we were anxious but Jasmine and Charlie have been amazing with both us parents and our daughter. We get daily feedback and communication and termly reports which is really important to us. It's like a little mini school. Lots of engaging learning experiences, fun, nurturing and welcoming. Couldn't ask for any more. x
Our son has been with Kerry for almost 18 months now and we couldn't be happier. He wakes up in the morning and says "see Kerry?", we can't go by her house on the weekend without him wanting to visit! He absolutely loves going to Kerry's, which really gave us peace of mind when I was going back to work. He is safe, happy and cared for with Kerry. Children in her care learn through play and it's really obvious that they learn a lot - he's constantly coming home with new vocabulary or with the ability to count to a higher number. From an adult perspective, Kerry is reassuring, kind and easy to talk to. I can relax knowing he is with her and look forward to a chat when I pick him up.
If I could give 6 stars I would!
Jasmine had come highly recommended by a couple of my friends who had sent their children to her setting, so when I needed to find someone to look after my daughter so I could return to work, Jasmine was the first person I thought of. After looking at her social media pages, I visited Jasmine and met her and her assistant Charlie. They were so friendly and helpful, providing lots of information about the setting and I was blown away by the amount of fun and educational things they have to offer the children. I knew this would be the perfect place for my daughter to attend. Although we were both nervous leaving my daughter with someone new, my daughter is thriving at Jasmines and is really happy. She is having lots of fun and with the help of both Jasmine and Charlie - she is becoming such a confident little girl who loves going there each week to see her friends. I would recommend them in a heartbeat and know they treat my daughter like their own. It’s all I could ask for and my mum guilt is a now little bit less now I have found you both!
Our son was looked after Kelly for 2.5 years between the aged of 15 months to 3.5 years. The progress he has made during this time has been remarkable and we’ve been delighted with the quality of care and education he has received in this time.
Initially, our son settled very quickly with Kelly. The settling-in sessions were brilliant and Kelly provided any necessary comfort to him if he experienced any separation anxiety. However, there were no issues with settling in, as Kelly helped him to feel at ease right away. She got to know him and his interests and would tailor activities to suit both his developmental stage, interests and ability.
The range of activities and experiences he has had during his time with Kelly has been fantastic. There are themed weeks where children explore an element of education in a multitude of ways. This was always communicated home very clearly so that we could support this learning too. In addition to this, Kelly has made sure that our son has had experiences with libraries, community hubs, museums, parks and playgrounds.
Food provided by Kelly has always been nutritious and in-line with government guidance whilst also being something our son has enjoyed. She has ensured that when he required a nap, he was provided an ample opportunity and space for it and she dealt with all needs required to changing and medication with the utmost professionalism.
Kelly is a warm, conscientious, creative and nurturing childminder. I would recommend her to any parent looking for childcare. We will miss her enormously.
Anna Szpakowska and Matthew Corr
My daughter started attending Jasmine’s last October whereby myself and my husband had removed our daughter from preschool due to an incident, we were nervous about sending her back into childcare and wanted to ensure that we found the right childminder for her. As soon as we viewed Jasmine’s home and met with Jasmine and Charlie we knew they would be the right fit for our daughter. Our daughter has thrived since starting with Jasmine and Charlie and looks forward to attending every week. There is a wide range of activities and themed/ seasonal topics for learning which my daughter thoroughly enjoys. We plan on sending my youngest daughter to Jasmine’s when she is old enough to attend, I can’t thank the girls enough for what they do ❤️
As first-time parents, leaving our almost six-month-old son with someone else was one of the hardest decisions we've had to make. We were naturally very nervous and unsure about how he would settle. However, from the very first day, Marie made the whole experience so reassuring.
Our son settled in beautifully and is always so happy to go to Marie's. It's been wonderful to see him interacting with other children, developing new skills, and following a great daily routine. He's even sleeping better since starting with her!
Marie takes exceptional care of him and keeps us updated throughout the day with photos and videos, which gives us so much peace of mind. Knowing that he's happy, safe, and well looked after allows me to have some rest.
We truly appreciate the love, patience, and care that Marie gives our son every day and her flexibility with our need. We feel very lucky to have found her and wouldn't hesitate to recommend her to any parents looking for a caring, trustworthy, and experienced childminder.
Helen has been an absolute pleasure to have as part of our family. From the very beginning she built a wonderful relationship with both of our children and they absolutely adore her!
Helen is incredibly kind, reliable, and trustworthy. She has always approached her role with enthusiasm and professionalism whilst creating a safe and happy environment for our girls.. From the get go Helen gave us complete peace of mind and we always knew our children were safe, loved and exceptionally well cared for. She communicates openly with us sharing photos from their days out and is consistently dependable as well as always willing to go the extra mile to help us out when we needed it.
Helen has become much more than a nanny to us and always gives great advice based on her many years of experience. I cannot recommend Helen highly enough - any family would be lucky to have her.
Lucy
We cannot recommend Assya highly enough. She supported us through one of the most challenging periods of our lives and we genuinely do not know what we would have done without her.
Our daughter was extremely unsettled in her first few months, and despite seeing four different doctors, her cow’s milk protein allergy went undiagnosed. Assya recognised that something wasn’t right, reassured us that our concerns were valid, and guided us towards finding the specialist who finally gave us the correct diagnosis. That advice changed everything for our family.
Beyond her incredible knowledge and professionalism, Assya brought a sense of calm into our home. Whenever she was with us, I could truly relax and rest because I knew our daughter was receiving the very best care. As a new mum, that peace of mind was priceless.
Assya is kind, compassionate, knowledgeable and completely dedicated to the families she supports. She cared for our daughter and supported me as a new mother, and was a constant source of reassurance during an incredibly difficult time.
Thank you, Assya, for helping us through such a challenging chapter. Your kindness, support and expertise meant the world to us, and we will always be grateful.
Aisling
I highly recommend Emma as a childminder! She has cared for both of my daughters from the age of 10 months, and the care, support, and dedication she has shown them has been outstanding.
My eldest will be starting Reception, and my youngest, now two, have thrived in her care. Emma provides a warm, nurturing environment where children feel safe, happy, and encouraged to learn through fun and engaging activities.
She is kind, patient, reliable, and keeps us well informed with excellent communication, giving us complete peace of mind. Most importantly, both of my daughters value her. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her to any family looking for a caring, trustworthy, and dedicated childminder.
Choosing Neeta was one of the best decisions we made for our son. From the very first day, she welcomed him with so much love, patience and kindness that we knew he was in the best hands.
Over the years, she has been an incredible support to our family. She has always taken the time to understand our son as an individual, helping him grow in confidence, independence and social skills while making every day fun and engaging. He has built wonderful friendships, enjoyed so many creative activities and outdoor adventures, and always comes home with a smile and exciting stories to tell.
As parents, we have always appreciated her excellent communication, reassurance and genuine care. She has supported us through different stages of our son's development and has always been there with encouragement, advice and understanding. Knowing that he was safe, happy and truly cared for gave us complete peace of mind every single day.
She has played such an important role in our son's early years, and we will always be grateful for everything she has done. It is clear that childcare is not just her job but her passion, and every child in her care is treated like part of the family.
We cannot recommend her highly enough. Thank you for your kindness, dedication and unwavering support over the years—you have made such a positive difference to our son's life, and we will always be thankful.
Libby has worked with our family since 2023, first as a full-time, directly employed nanny, and more recently on a regular ad-hoc basis through her own childcare business. She has supported our two children from ages 3 and 6 through to 7 and 9, and has been consistently reliable, warm, and genuinely invested in their wellbeing throughout.
She has a naturally calm, gentle way with children and builds real rapport with them, our children have always felt safe, happy, and understood in her care. She is confident taking them out and about, keeps them engaged, and manages routines smoothly. She also handled our family dog with ease, which mattered in a busy household.
Libby became a mum herself in 2025, and now brings her baby along when she cares for our kids. Far from being a distraction, it's added something lovely to their time together, the pair enjoy having the baby around, and Libby juggles both with real ease and good humour. It's a testament to how naturally capable she is.
Both my husband and I work full, unpredictable, demanding schedules, and Libby adapted with real maturity and discretion. She managed the children's needs independently, kept the home calm and organised, and gave us complete confidence that everything was in hand, even at short notice.
I would recommend Libby without hesitation to any family looking for a professional nanny who is kind, capable, and genuinely trustworthy. She has been a real support to us, and any household would be fortunate to have her.
My Daughter spent 2 and half years with Nicky before leaving to go to primary school. Even now my Daughter visits Nicky during the holidays and always has the best time.
The passion and dedication Nicky has, I know that my Daughter will be taken care of to the highest standard. With all the activities Nicky carries out within her home to various trips to play groups and other activities, my Daughter always has/had the biggest smile when collecting.
With my Daughter always having been a fussy eater, this was never a problem with Nicky and she would always make food she knew my Daughter would eat.
I was always hesitant around a nursery as i wanted a childcare setting which would follow my child's needs and also be a home from home. This is exactly what Nicky offers. A home from home where your child's needs and happiness are most paramount.
I couldnt asked for a more caring and nurturing childminder than Nicky and i highly recommend her to all of my friends.
We were delighted to have Dorothy as our night nurse six times when our baby was between 3 and 10 weeks old and she was the perfect match for what we were looking for. From the very first night she was warm, kind, calm and incredibly attentive and she built such a lovely bond with our baby. We also really enjoyed getting to know her ourselves. Dorothy is so genuine, easy to chat to and instantly puts you at ease. Her advice was always practical, realistic and based on what actually works, cutting through all the overwhelming and often conflicting information that new parents are bombarded with. We’re so grateful for all her support during those early weeks and would recommend her to any family looking for a fantastic night nurse.