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.
Rating Distribution
4.89 from 72,369 reviews
We recently hired geneane and are so impressed with her work. From day one, she has been 100% punctual and professional. More importantly, she is wonderful with my son; he felt comfortable with her right away. We feel very lucky to have found her and highly recommend her services to any family.She is very reliable.
Sara is not only a fantastic childminder she has become a family friend. Any children in her care are lucky as they are given lots of opportunities to try different things, and celebrate lots of different events. Sara supported us through family changes and a world pandemic. She goes the extra mile and I would have no hesitation recommending her to anyone.
There are no words to express how appreciative we are of Samiya and her team. I was lucky enough to come across her on my way to dropping off my daughter at nursery; every time I walked past her house, I would hear this bubbly, friendly person surrounded by children being picked up by their parents, and she always seemed so happy. I began to get curious with every passing day, and for me it was night and day when it came to pick ups compared to the nursery. I could clearly see that my daughter wasn’t as happy or thriving there as the children at Samiya’s.
Working 50+ hours a week and often having to make last minute arrangements, Samiya was incredibly accommodating and helpful, even though the transition from nursery to her place was very last minute. I could see a huge difference in my daughter’s demeanour, and it felt as though I was dropping her off with a family member.
I also have to add that, for a toddler, she had more of a social life at Samiya’s than I did haha with trips to Sky Garden and Chinatown. You can really see how much effort Samiya and her amazing team put into organising activities and events. They provide everything from nappies to baby formula and cook freshly prepared meals; my little one no longer came home hungry like she did when she was at nursery. It was also very reassuring to see my daughter excited to be dropped off to Samiya. I’m forever grateful for Samiya and feel extremely lucky to have stumbled upon her. It is so rare to find a childminder as dedicated and loving as she is. She used to be a school teacher, so she is very experienced with children of all age groups. We only had to leave due to relocating to a different country, and we will miss her terribly.
Darshna looks after my child so well. She’s super flexible and reliable, and meals, play, and nap times are always consistent. She encourages learning through play and keeps me updated on my child’s day via an app. I really appreciate the care and attention she gives. 100% recommend!
Our little girl has been with Marietta for 3 years and Marietta has been super amazing! Reliable, trustworthy, caring, gifted with children, creative activities with little ones, active and dedicated.
Our daughter has flourished under Marietta's guidance, and we have seen tremendous growth and development in our daughter. Marietta's dedication and support have been truly remarkable, and we are incredibly grateful for the positive impact made on her early education journey. Marietta been so caring and loving, and to Jasmine she has been like her granny as she is closer to her more than her real grandmothers since we live in different countries. For us, Marietta is family.
Dear Marietta, thank you for your support each time we needed extra help due to any of our work circumstances, we are so grateful.
Simo
We’ve been incredibly lucky to find Emerald. From the very start she’s been calm, flexible, and intuitive, and the difference that’s made to our home has been huge.
Emerald uses initiative brilliantly and is happy to adapt to what’s needed on the day, whether that’s practical help around the house or getting fully absorbed in play. She’s been really on board with helping us make our space more functional, which will make a massive difference to how the household runs and feels.
She has a very natural way of getting on children’s level, respecting them, reading their cues, and meeting them where they are. She can be silly and playful when that’s what helps, but also steady and sensible when things need grounding. Emerald says she doesn’t have a lot of experience with neurodivergent children, but it was clear from my first conversation with her that she had a deep understanding of them. She makes an effort to recognise what they need, even down to letting them know she was planning a haircut in case it took them by surprise. So she’s extremely thoughtful as well.
What’s stood out most is the way she’s built a genuine connection with my son, who has previously struggled to form bonds with adults outside our family. Seeing him engaged, relaxed, and regulated with her has been huge for us. The house already feels calmer and more settled.
She also checks in with me, collaborates rather than takes over, and makes suggestions while still respecting how we do things as a family. She’s warm, approachable, practical, and very down to earth - someone who just quietly gets on with things in a way that makes life feel more manageable, and she is somehow able to just slide into the family dynamic, which has made the process of hiring her feel like something I should have done years ago.
I would recommend Emerald in an instant.
Juice
I met Ilona earlier this week when we needed very last-minute childcare for our daughter Lily, and honestly, she was incredible. From the moment she arrived, she put us completely at ease and Lily took to her straight away. She was so calm, warm, and natural with her, and we felt 100% confident knowing Lily was in such safe and caring hands. We’re beyond grateful for her flexibility and professionalism, and I truly can’t wait to work more with her! I would recommend Ilona without hesitation!
Erika A
We’ve been so lucky to have Themis in our lives. From the very beginning, she brought a calm, attentive, genuinely nurturing presence that made a huge difference to our family.
Themis has a rare ability to be both gentle and deeply attuned — she really sees children as individuals. My children felt safe, understood, and happy with her, which as a parent matters more than anything.
She’s thoughtful, reliable, emotionally intelligent, and wonderfully playful without ever being chaotic. There’s a steadiness to her care that builds trust quickly — not just with children, but with parents too.
I would recommend Themis without hesitation to any family looking for childcare that is loving, emotionally safe, and genuinely child-centred. She is a real gift.
Caroline
Ana has been a fantastic tutor for our Year 1 son. She is patient, calm and really understands how to engage young children in a way that builds confidence and enjoyment in learning. He looks forward to his sessions and has made clear progress, particularly in his reading and phonics. Ana adapts her approach to suit his needs, keeps lessons structured but fun, and always explains things clearly. We’ve been so pleased with the support she’s given and would highly recommend her to other parents looking for a reliable and caring tutor.
I’m so happy with this setting, my daughter has developed her speech so much since joining including her knowledge for numbers, alphabets, weather, understanding of emotions and so much more! She is so happy to attend the setting and looks forward to seeing the friends she has made there and my heart is at ease knowing she’s being looked and cared after.
Becky has been fantastic with our two children. She is consistently punctual, professional, and follows everything we ask in regard to routines and expectations. One of our children is autistic, and Becky supports them with patience, understanding, and a calm, reassuring approach that makes a real difference.
Our daughter absolutely lights up when Becky arrives and always looks forward to playing with her. It’s clear she genuinely enjoys spending time with the children, and they feel the same about her.
We feel very lucky to have found Becky and would happily recommend her to any family looking for someone trustworthy, kind, and dependable.
Our child started with Leah at the age of 2 in September 2025, and we honestly couldn’t have asked for a better start. The amount he has learned and grown in such a short space of time has been amazing to see — from his confidence and communication to his social skills and independence. Leah is kind, patient, and incredibly nurturing, and it’s so clear how much she genuinely cares for the children she looks after. He is always happy, settled, and excited to go, which gives us complete peace of mind. We love Leah’s approach to exploring the children’s interests. We feel incredibly lucky to have Leah looking after him and would recommend her without hesitation to any parent.
Over a year ago, I reached out to Kate and her team when I found out I was pregnant with my third child — a complete surprise, and much sooner than we had expected. With my second child only 18 months old at the time, we suddenly needed childcare for two little ones, and quickly.
Having used a mainstream nursery for years with my son (now 6) and daughter, I knew exactly what I didn’t want to compromise on. Making the decision to leave was incredibly hard — they had been such a big part of our lives.
When I came across The Wonder Years, it honestly felt too good to be true: a nursery that offers everything I valued in a mainstream setting, yet is genuinely affordable.
We’ve now been here for four months, and I truly wish we had found them sooner. My daughter has gone from clinging to me at drop-off to running in excitedly, chatting about her friends and enjoying her time at nursery. She is spoilt for choice with a wonderful range of activities and educational outings — and not to mention the annual nativity, which was absolutely adorable! It’s clear how much thought and love goes into everything they do.
If you’re considering The Wonder Years… this is your sign to choose them now.
Over a year ago, I reached out to Kate when I found out I was pregnant with my third child — a complete surprise, and much sooner than we had expected. With my second child only 18 months old at the time, we suddenly needed childcare for two little ones, and quickly.
Having used a mainstream nursery for years with my son (now 6) and daughter, I knew exactly what I didn’t want to compromise on. Making the decision to leave them was incredibly hard — they had been such a big part of our lives.
When I came across Kate, it honestly felt too good to be true: a childminder who looks after babies, toddlers and preschoolers, provides hot meals, organises trips, and is genuinely affordable.
We’ve now been with Kate for four months, and I truly wish we had found her sooner. I cannot begin to describe the amount of effort, organisation and care she puts into making each day — and each month — exciting, nurturing and educational for the children.
From fantastic activities to educational outings, and not to mention the annual nativity (which was absolutely adorable!), it’s clear how much thought and love goes into everything she does.
If you’re considering Kate… this is your sign to choose her now.
Happy Hearts Home is truly exceptional. They are caring, professional and dedicated to every child. The environment is safe, nurturing and full of fun, with lots of age-appropriate activities that support learning, creativity and confidence.
Communication is excellent and it’s so reassuring to receive regular updates and follow our child’s day. Most importantly, our child is genuinely happy and settled, which is all we could wish for.
We are incredibly lucky to have found Happy Hearts Home Childminder and would highly recommend them to any parent looking for a loving, reliable, and high-quality childcare setting.
We’ve had such a wonderful experience with Shannon and feel very confident in the care she provides for our daughter. She creates a calm, emotionally supportive environment where the children feel safe, understood, and valued. It’s clear how much care and attention she gives to each child’s wellbeing, helping them build confidence, independence, and strong emotional foundations. Debbie who works alongside Shannon, complements her in every way and our daughter adores both of them.
A real highlight is the time spent outdoors. She prioritises outdoor play and activities away from the home, giving the children lots of opportunities to explore, be active, and connect with the world around them. Our daughter comes home happy and full of stories about her day. She is a patient, nurturing role model, and we’re incredibly grateful for the warm, balanced care she provides - along with heaps of fun and learning. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her to other families.
