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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4.9 from 74,967 reviews
Our daughter started with Slavka at 13 months and immediately settled in without any fuss. Slavka has a lovely purpose-built childcare space in her garden, with its own play area, kitchen and WC, where she looks after the children.
One of the biggest bonuses is that Slavka picks her up and drops her off at home – something we didn’t find with other childminders and which makes our lives so much easier! We both work long hours and it was impossible to fit within nursery hours. Slavka is driving them to playgroups, childminder groups, playgrounds and different activities such as singing and drawing, so I fell like we get the best of both worlds between a childminder and nursery. Our daughter gets the consistency and personal attention of being in a small setting and she has formed lovely relationships with the other children. At the same time, she gets lots of opportunities to socialise and experience different environments, and we feel this has really helped her become confident and adaptable.
Slavka keeps us regularly updated and always flags anything she notices. Her experience and attentiveness have been incredibly reassuring and have even saved us unnecessary worry and GP appointments on several occasions.
Slavka is warm, easy going and very flexible, which is all you need when you are handling a toddler yourself. As a mother of 2 boys herself, Slavka has a wealth of experience with young children, and it really shows. She knows how to handle different behaviours and situations calmly and appropriately. We really value her experience and feel completely confident in the way she cares for our daughter.
Our daughter is genuinely so happy with her and absolutely adores her. We feel very lucky to have found Slavka and would wholeheartedly recommend her.
Elena
I cannot recommend Mini Moon's home nursery highly enough. We had looked for a nursery for our 9 month old but waiting lists were so long we turned to a childminder and I dont know why we weren't looking for a childminder to begin with. At her young age it felt so much easier for our daughter to settle into a family home setting rather than a nursery. It made sense that she immediately seemed to feel comfortable, and to receive lots of focus and attention, with two adults in their own home 'in loco parentis', rather than a larger more chaotic traditional nursery. Sam and Billy are not only naturally good with children but well educated in and at the cutting edge of best practices for early years education. Mini Moon's might be small in terms of number of children but it is incredibly ambitious in its aims and curriculum. And that is translated into success because they are repeatedly *nationally* recognised as some of the best providers of early years play-based education in the country. Sam cares so much about the service they provide and what is best for the children in her care. It is clearly her passion. She is also completely approachable and flexible where possible. They have a charming playroom for the children; intentionally designed and incredibly well stocked in everything from toys to craft supplies, with child-led play at the centre of everything they do. They have an amazing garden which the children spend lots of time in growing plants and even butterflies each year. They go on regular outings where even young children are included and given appropriate responsibilities. The meals are all prepared at home and my daughter usually demands second or third helpings every single meal. My daughter started with Sam and Billy when she was 9.5 months old and is absolutely thriving there at 15 months now. I have never experienced tears at drop off or pick up, which makes sense because she loves going there. My daughter has to move elsewhere now due primarily to my working hours changing and I'm heartbroken over it. If she could continue until school age I would think there is no better place for her.
Our family is so grateful to have found Annie, Vicky and Amanda. They are so experienced, loving and reliable, which made establishing trust so easy and natural. After less than 2 months, it is clear that our daughter adores them. Not only does she talk about "Annie" and "Boots" the cat all the time, she is listening and sitting for meals better than before we started. We HIGHLY recommend Auntie Annie's!
Elle
An amazing childminder who cared for my daughter from age 1 to 4. She provided a warm, safe environment and was incredibly reliable with nursery drop‑offs and pick‑ups. My daughter adored her, and we are so grateful for her support.
We are truly grateful for everything she has done for our family. She is dependable, caring, and genuinely committed to the children she looks after. I couldn’t recommend her more highly.
Patricia is such a lovely person. She is warm, kind, humble and very down to earth, and I felt comfortable with her from the first time we met. She has always been willing to help whenever she is available, and I really appreciate how dependable and accommodating she has been with my childcare needs. She is also a very grateful and thoughtful person, which I really admire about her. I’ve had a lovely experience with Patricia and would happily recommend her to other families.
Jillian
We had the pleasure of working with Fatima for about a month over the summer, when she helped us with the children after school. She was very kind, caring and helpful, and quickly built a lovely rapport with both of the children. They really enjoyed spending time with her and had lots of fun playing together. She was reliable, warm and easy to have around, and we really appreciated all her help during the summer. We would be very happy to recommend her.
We are so deeply sad to leave Ramani following our move away from Croydon. I truly cannot recommend her highly enough! From day one, she created such a warm, clean, and welcoming homely atmosphere.
My son absolutely loved going to Ramani's house every single day—he was always so happy, energetic, and eager to walk through her door. It gave us complete peace of mind knowing he was in such a positive, nurturing, and safe environment.
On top of her incredible care, the meals Ramani provided were outstanding—always fresh, clean, and packed with high-quality protein to keep his energy up throughout the day.
We will miss her immensely, and if you are looking for a childminder in Croydon who will truly care for your child like family, look no further than Ramani. We are so grateful for everything she has done for our family!
My son started going to Miss Kavitha when he was just 8 months old, and from the very beginning, she along cared for him as though he were her own child.
I still remember meeting Aunty Kavitha for the first time. Her positivity and warmth were so welcoming, and I immediately felt that I could trust her with my little one. I had my fair share of worries, and on several occasions I was concerned about my son’s development. Aunty was always so reassuring, patient and encouraging, reminding me that every child develops at their own pace and that he would be okay. Her reassurance gave me so much comfort during those moments.
Over time, aunty has become so much more than a childminder to us - she has genuinely become family. We affectionately call her “Aunty”, and that says everything about the special bond she has built with our son and with all of us.
Knowing that my son is happy, loved, cared for and safe when he is with her has been priceless. She has played such an important role in his early years, and we will always be grateful for the love, patience and care she has given him.
Thank you, Aunty Kavitha and everyone there, for being such a wonderful part of our son’s life and our family. We couldn’t have asked for anyone better to care for our little boy. ❤️
I feel so lucky we stumbled across Lee on our search for a childminder. Lee provides a stable, fun, and educational setting and my son absolutely adores him. They have lots of outside time, gardening and looking after the chickens.
Jude has come such a long way since being with Lee, and he has thrived in this smaller, more personal setting. I have such trust in Lee, when my son is with him I don’t need to worry about a thing! Highly recommend Lee as a childminder, we couldn’t be happier :)
Catriona
Firuja has been looking after our baby girl since 9months old till date (She will be 2years in October 2026). Firuja is very flexible, friendly and always communicate really well when required. Her place is tidy and comfortable for kids to play, which was why we chose her despite other options we had at the beginning. I definitely recommend her to anyone looking for her service.
Nadia has been looking after my son since he was 8 months old. He is now nearly 3 and about to start pre-school so we very (very) sadly have to say goodbye.
Nadia is one of the kindest, calmest & most patient people I have ever met (even with toddlers!). She has an absolute heart of gold and has been such an incredible, warm, supportive caregiver to my son. She is very adaptive and flexible, catering to his every need (and to ours!)
Even my daughter who is 4 and only sees Nadia at pick up and drop-off time absolutely loves her. Nadia is such a bright, happy, positive, calm influence, we will be so sad not to see her so often but she will definitely be in our lives for good!
I cannot recommend Nadia highly enough. She understands and listens to parents' needs, is the most loving and caring adult to small children and goes above and beyond to ensure our little ones feel loved and safe. Whoever gets her next, you are a lucky family!
Jess D
Our children (1B, 3G) absolutely adore Veronika. She provides such wonderful care and we couldn’t be happier.
She ensures the children have a variety of activities and attend local groups. She is great with communication and sends updates/pictures throughout the day. She really understands child development and meets our children's needs.
We feel extremely blessed to have her in our lives. Couldn’t recommend her enough.
EMILY
We arranged with Gemma to take our son in the January to start on the September. We had a number of setaling in sessions Cancled but we was ok as she was a “professional”
The Sunday before my partner was due back work after 13 months we got a text cancelling the child care that weeks my partner had to take unpaid leave.
Through the whole experience communcicaton was pore would text canceling then ghost you for days at a time then had the audacity to say chasing her for answers was causing her strees.
We understand she had family problems but the way she was treating us was causing us a lot of stress
I can not reccomend Millie Moos enough! I was very nervous finding someone to care for my daughter but through recommendation, I found Sarah & Mandy. As soon as I met the ladies I felt at ease and the nerves soon disappeared about leaving my daughter. They both do a brilliant job with all the children and its clear they care so much about them all. My daughter has come on heeps since joining, from her talking, to her numbers, letters, her manners and even trying new foods. I feel like I can always speak to both Sarah & Mandy if I need any advice. I get daily check ins/photos on what my daughter is upto that day and weekly progress at the end of the week. Millie moos is also so so clean. Just the perfect place for the little ones, thank you so much, we would be lost without u xx
We honestly couldn’t be happier with the care our 16-month-old has received since starting with Gemma in July. From the very beginning, she has made us feel completely comfortable and reassured that our little one is in the best possible hands.
She goes above and beyond to make every day fun, exciting and full of new experiences. She does lots of different activities with her, helping her learn, explore and develop while making sure she has lots of fun along the way. We especially love that she takes her out on lovely days out to places such as farms and parks, giving her the opportunity to explore the world around her and enjoy lots of fresh air and new experiences.
We also really appreciate the regular updates and all the lovely pictures we receive throughout the day. It means so much being able to see what she’s been getting up to and seeing her happy little face enjoying herself.
It’s clear how much care, patience and effort she puts into looking after the children, and we feel so lucky to have found someone who genuinely cares about our little girl. She has settled in so well and absolutely loves going, which gives us such peace of mind.
We would highly recommend her to any parent looking for a kind, caring and trustworthy childminder. We couldn’t ask for anyone better to look after our little girl.
I honestly don’t think I could put into words how grateful I am to Princess and the setting for everything they have done for my daughter.
My daughter started when she was just 12 months old, which was such a big step for us. As a mum, leaving your baby in someone else’s care for the first time can feel very emotional and worrying, but the settling-in week was so gentle and comfortable. Princess made sure my daughter felt safe, happy and loved, and that gave me the reassurance I needed.
Princess has genuinely played such a special role in my daughter’s life and development. What makes her stand out is that her care feels completely genuine. You can see the love, patience and kindness she has towards the children. It isn’t just about looking after them — she really gets to know them, encourages them and celebrates their little milestones.
One moment that will always stay with me is watching my daughter learn to walk. Princess supported and encouraged her throughout that stage, helping her build the confidence to take those steps independently. Seeing my daughter become such a confident little walker with Princess’s encouragement was incredibly special for me as her mum.
There is also so much joy in the setting. Princess plays music for the children and encourages them to dance and express themselves, creating an environment where they feel comfortable being themselves. There are arts and crafts, forest play and so many different activities that allow the children to explore, learn and develop their independence.
And the artwork! My daughter has come home so proud of the things she has made — from her jellyfish to her rainbow — and she is always so excited to show me. There is something really special about seeing a little piece of artwork your child has created themselves and knowing they have been encouraged to be creative and independent.
The food deserves a special mention too. The lunches honestly look like gourmet meals! They are healthy, nutritious and freshly made from scratch, and my daughter has enjoyed every single dish. Knowing she is being given such lovely, wholesome meals while she is there gives me another level of reassurance.
The setting is also incredibly clean and hygienic, which is especially important when caring for babies and young children.
Princess’s communication has always been gentle, caring and reassuring. As a parent, knowing that you can communicate openly and be kept reassured makes such a difference. I have never felt like my daughter is simply “at childcare” — I feel like she is somewhere where she is genuinely known, cared for and encouraged.
Looking back at how much my daughter has grown since she started at just 12 months old makes me emotional. She has developed her confidence, independence, creativity and physical skills, and Princess has been such an important part of that journey.
I will always be grateful that my daughter had Princess during such an important stage of her early life. She has given her so much encouragement, love and confidence, and as a mum, that means more to me than I can say.
Thank you, Princess, for caring for my daughter as genuinely as you do. ❤️
I have regularly used Toni over the last 10 years to mind my three children before and after school, and I am happy to say that she has surpassed my expectations about what a child minder is capable of.
She quickly developed an understanding with each of my children, spotting and addressing each of their individual and complex needs. This resulted in a welcoming, calm and relaxed environment were, not only did I feel safe in trusting her with the well-being of my children, but my children actually looked forward to their time with her in their 'second home'.
Her teaching experience also came as invaluable resource if my children struggled with their homework, allowing her to support their learning, and encouraging further development.
After having a bad experience with a previous child minder, I cannot stress enough how lucky my wife and I are to have found Toni, and I know you will feel the same once you meet her too.
Yoli has been looking after our daughter for almost two years now. Since the first day, we have always felt Yoli's kindness and positivity. She is an incredible person, her professionalism and knowledge is impressive! And the connection between our daughter and Yoli happened so quickly (between Yoli and me as well! 😀).
Our little one always seems so happy with Yoli and talks about her with such excitement.
The setting is very clean, and there's a great variety of foods.
Yoli always takes the time to update us on our daughter's day and notices the little things that make such a difference. We always feel supported and understood.
We are so grateful to have found Yoli <3 She is absolute treasure and we can't recommend her enough!
We love you, Yoli!
Scarlett has been looking after our daughter for almost two years now.
Since the first day, we have never had any doubt that our little one would be well taken care of.
Scarlett is really kind, very patient and so understanding. We love her so much we dread the day our daughter will have to leave to go to school.
Setting is very clean, there's great variety of food, and we always receive all the support and advice we need.
Scarlett notices every little detail about our daughter and feeds it back to us.
We couldn't love her more! 100 stars!