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 72,668 reviews
Gwen is everything we were looking for in a childminder and so much more.
She is natural, honest and a genuine caring woman.
We are an outdoorsy family and we absolutely love that our daughter is out and about all day. She often visits the farm where Gwen’s horse is, as well as many parks, play centres and nature reserves.
Gwen provides a safe environment for our daughter and the other children she looks after.
She is really flexible with pick up/ drop off times, keeps us informed really well is our daughter is under the weather etc.
If you are looking for a no nonsense, down to earth lovely lady to help you out I cannot recommend her more. We feel like our child is with family.
We’ve been so lucky to have Marisa as our childminder. Our son has been with her since he was 10 months old, and she’s been amazing with him. He’s always been happy, well cared for, and comfortable with her, which has made such a big difference to us as parents.
Marisa has gone above and beyond so many times. When I wasn’t driving, she helped us out with pick‑ups and drop‑offs, and during a really tough time when both my husband and I were in hospital, she kindly kept our son for extra hours without hesitation. Knowing he was safe and happy with her eased so much stress for us.
She’s caring, reliable, and genuinely loves what she does. We’re incredibly grateful for all the support she’s given our family and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her to anyone.
We had a really positive experience with our childminder from the very beginning. She was extremely welcoming and informative, which instantly made us feel at ease. She took the time to help us with all the paperwork and clearly explained everything, making the process stress‑free.
She also provided us with a clear daily routine for our baby, which was very reassuring and helped us feel confident about the care being provided. Throughout the time, she gave us regular updates, which we really appreciated as parents.
Overall, she made the whole process easy, comfortable, and reassuring, especially as first‑time parents using this type of childcare service. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience and would highly recommend her.
Me and my wife couldn't be happier with the service Sarah provide's. It is clear to us, from everything our son shares, the photos Sarah provides and the level of detail shared on pick up, just how happy he is in the environment Sarah create's. Furthermore, his development has been supercharged since attending - specifically his numerical and vocabulary literacy continue to suprise me, and the answer to where did you learn that is always "at Sarah's".
Furthermore, his confidence interacting with others, driven by the various play groups or meet ups, in turn gives us real confidence the activities Sarah chooses to do are also getting him ready for taking the next challange of school.
Sarah has also been helpful with our son and now our daughter tackle new foods, various new songs and dances which we get to see the benefits of at home. She has always been available for sign posting support when we ask, which to us is invaluable. Finally, the clear and direct communication around policys (such as sickness or dietary requirements) have always given us clear direction without ambiguity.
If we had anything less than 100% confidence in the outstanding care Sarah offers we would have looked at other providers - and certainly not added our daughter alongside our son.
I am so happy to vouch for Michaela. She has already made a massive impression on my family.
Finding someone I trust with my son is usually a huge challenge. But Michaela was a natural from the start. She is clearly experienced with SEND and knew exactly how to engage with him in a way that felt safe and calm for him.
She was also incredibly onto it regarding his allergies. She took the time to understand the risks and showed she’s properly allergy-aware, which is a huge weight off my mind. My three-year-old daughter absolutely loves her, too!
She is lovely to deal with, and very reliable. I’d definitely recommend her to anyone looking for a sitter who is both caring and actually knows their stuff.
We have been incredibly fortunate to have such a wonderful childminder for Mabel over the past few years. She has cared for Mabel since she was just 1 year old, and the impact she has had on her development has been truly remarkable.
Mabel has grown into a confident, happy, and well-rounded child, and we consistently receive compliments on her development, behaviour, and social skills. This is a direct reflection of the care, attention, and dedication she receives every day.
What stands out most is the genuine love and support she shows not just to Mabel, but to our whole family. She has been incredibly supportive of all the girls, creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where they can thrive.
Her patience, consistency, and passion for what she does give me complete peace of mind as a parent. Knowing my child is in such capable and caring hands is invaluable.
I couldn’t recommend her highly enough to any parent looking for someone trustworthy, kind, and truly invested in the children she cares for.
We couldn’t be happier with the care Amal has given our son, Finley. From the very beginning at the young age of 9 months old, she has been warm, attentive, and genuinely invested in his development and happiness. Finley settled in so quickly, and has progressed in every way since, which speaks volumes about the safe and nurturing environment Amal creates.
She keeps us updated, plans engaging activities, and clearly cares for the children as individuals. It’s such a relief knowing Finley is in such capable and caring hands. We’re incredibly grateful and would highly recommend Amal to any parent looking for a trustworthy and dedicated childminder.
Poppy
We feel incredibly lucky to have found Jemma. From the very beginning, she has been warm, attentive, and genuinely invested in my sons wellbeing and happiness.
Before choosing Jemma, we visited other childcare settings, and while the staff were lovely, we didn’t get the same sense of comfort and reassurance that we felt with her. With Jemma, it immediately felt right calm, nurturing, and truly like a home-from-home.
As first time parents, we were understandably nervous about starting childcare, but Jemma made the whole process easy and made us feel so comfortable. She took the time to ensure my son settled in properly, which made such a difference, and it’s clear how much she cares about the children in her care.
My son initially felt a little sad at drop-off, which is completely natural, but Jemma handles this so gently and reassuringly. She comforts him so well, and he comes around very quickly. Knowing he is supported like that makes it so much easier, and I genuinely couldn’t imagine leaving him with anyone else.
The level of attention and care she provides is outstanding. She keeps us updated throughout the day, which gives us real peace of mind, and it’s obvious how much thought goes into everything she does. My son absolutely adores her and often asks for her when he isn't with her which says everything.
We also really value the environment she creates, she provides home cooked meals and snacks throughout the day, plans engaging activities, and she takes the children out everyday, giving them a wide range of experiences.
Most importantly, we trust Jemma completely. Knowing Freddie is safe, happy, and so well cared for means everything to us.
We couldn’t recommend her more highly!
Jane
Grace has been a truly amazing nanny for our two kids (2 and 4 year olds). She has done some temporary and ad hoc nannying over the last year. Having the trust with the nanny is the most important thing for our family and we have managed to fully trust her with our kids very quickly.
She is very warm and caring person. Grace goes an extra mile with the kids by organizing various craft activities and keeps them entertained. I also found the communication with Grace very clear which always makes things go a lot easier. She is good at planning the day out and keeping the parents updated.
We have encountered a few temporary nannies over the last years and can honestly say that Grace has been one of the best. Would really recommend her.
Gintare
Our experience with Little Treasures was very disappointing and ultimately resulted in termination after we raised reasonable questions about our child’s care.
As parents, we asked for clear explanations of how our son was being supported during incidents with other children. These questions were never properly answered. We were consistently given vague responses such as him being “removed from the situation,” with no clear explanation of how behaviour was guided, supported, or reinforced in the moment.
When we queried everyday aspects of care, such as outdoor or garden time, this was presented as being difficult to facilitate rather than clearly addressed. This added to a wider pattern where practical questions about our child’s day-to-day experience were not met with clear answers.
Over time, communication became increasingly defensive, and it felt as though asking questions about our child’s wellbeing was treated as criticism rather than normal parental involvement. We did not feel able to have open or constructive dialogue about his care.
In incident reports, our son was described as “non-verbal” and showing “no emotion,” which did not reflect his development or behaviour at home or in subsequent settings. Since moving to a different childcare setting, he has settled well and is thriving.
We also have concerns that our son was not taken outside or into the garden during his time at the setting, as this did not appear to form part of his daily routine.
We were also told we had not complied with support forms, despite completing multiple documents and having further forms ready to submit before receiving a termination notice. No deadlines or expectations for completion had ever been clearly communicated.
A polite message we sent in a parents’ WhatsApp group was later described as a “breach of confidential communication,” which we feel was a disproportionate and unreasonable interpretation of a reasonable comment.
Ultimately, our contract was terminated shortly after we continued to ask questions about our child’s care. In our experience, this setting does not support open communication with parents or handle concerns in a transparent or constructive way.
We would advise other parents to carefully consider whether they are comfortable with the level of communication and responsiveness before placing their child here.
Kasia is a highly reliable and professional nanny who provided excellent care for our daughter between 6 and 10 months old. She was consistently punctual, communicated clearly, and kept us well informed with regular updates. She supported key areas of our daughter’s development, including weaning, establishing a consistent nap routine, and engaging her in age-appropriate activities such as reading, music, and motor skill play. She also ensured regular outdoor time with daily walks.
Kasia is a warm, friendly, and highly responsible individual with a naturally kind and patient disposition, making her especially well-suited to working with young children. We highly recommend Kasia.
We came to Sally through a recommendation of a friend. We have not regretted it! Sally and her family (Mya and the other animals included) are so warm and welcoming and the girls really look forward to being there. The girls always have the most exciting tales to tell from Fields with Mya to playgroups and more. Everyday is a new adventure & no two days have been the same which is really nice to see on the updates we get. Lots of Arts and Crafts and a wonderful playroom too. Great meals - Sally has managed to get my “fussy” eaters to eat foods that they won’t at home! We absolutely love it here and would recommend Time to Grow to anyone looking for a caring and fun filled environment.
We were recommended Jag by another family member and she looked after our son before he started nursery. This was during lockdown which she managed unbelievably well. She is now caring for our daughter who absolutely loves going. They get up to all sorts both at home and out and about. Jag is kind, caring and flexible, you can't really ask for more in a childminder. Thank you Jag!
We’ve had a really positive experience with Rita so far. From our initial visits through to the first settling session, she has been warm, professional and clearly very experienced in working with young children.
Her setting strikes a lovely balance between being structured and nurturing — it genuinely feels like a home-from-home environment. She took the time to get to know my daughter and responded to her needs with care and attentiveness, which immediately put me at ease. It’s clear that children feel safe and comfortable in her care.
Communication has been excellent throughout. Rita has been transparent , reassuring and happy to answer any questions, which has made the whole process feel smooth and well-supported.
After just 3 visits, I already feel confident that my daughter is in capable and caring hands, and I’m looking forward to continuing with her.
Ssas
Sienna was the third child minder I used for my at the time 2 year old daughter.
Once Sienna started working with my daughter, I have never needed any one else’s services since.
She bonded incredibly well and quickly with my daughter, earning her trust and making her at ease very quickly. My daughter is shy with new people, so first impressions were great.
I needed Sienna for early morning starts, for which she was very reliable and never let me down.
She was great at getting my daughter to eat her food properly, work on good habits and weening off her dummy.
She regularly took my daughter out to the park and ensured she had a very positive play space at all times.
My daughter still asks about her since we stopped using her services regularly. Due only to my changing work schedule and not any fault of hers.
I would highly recommend Seinna for your child care needs.
Sulaiman
Kim has been an absolutely incredible childminder for my son over the past two years, and I genuinely couldn’t have asked for anything more. From the very beginning, she created such a warm, safe, and nurturing environment where my son felt completely at ease. Her caring and understanding nature really shines through in everything she does, and it’s clear how much she truly loves and values the children in her care.
My son always looked forward to going to Kim’s he would be excited to visit the farm and play groups, which says everything about how happy and comfortable he felt with her. She has such a natural ability to connect with children, supporting their development while also making every day fun, engaging, and full of positive experiences. I’ve seen my son grow in confidence, independence, and happiness during his time with her, and I know that’s largely thanks to Kim’s dedication and encouragement.
Kim is also incredibly reliable, patient, and thoughtful. She communicates brilliantly, always keeping me updated and reassured, and she consistently goes above and beyond to make sure both children and parents feel supported.
We are so sad that the time has come for my son to start pre school and say goodbye to Kim it truly feels like the end of a very special chapter. Knowing how much he loves her and how happy he has been in her care makes it even harder to leave, but we will always be so grateful for the role she has played in his early years.
I feel so lucky to have found her, and I honestly can’t recommend Kim enough to anyone looking for a trustworthy, kind, and exceptional childminder. She is truly one of a kind.
Becky
After a bad experience with a previous childminder my trust was broken. However Bev came highly recommended from a friend. Bev was warm and friendly from the start with my entire family not just my little boy. She takes an interest in my other older boys and often helps me navigate some of the challenges I’ve faced with them at school etc. She cares deeply for all the families in her care. Bev is like another home for our family when we call, text, drop off and pick up. Always available for a coffee and chat to offload the day. She is always out and about with the kids and her family treat all the children in her care like family too which melts my heart as my little one is a huge fan of granny witch lol. I am so glad we found Bev and her family as I now feel my child is loved and in perfect safety in her care.