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.
We want to say a big thank you for the amazing care Maggie has given our daughter, Arya. Since she started with Maggie at 10 months old, she has come on so well and is now a happy, confident 20-month-old.
Maggie creates a safe, caring and fun environment, and we’ve loved seeing our daughter reach so many milestones with her. She took her first steps while in Maggie’s care, her speech has really improved, and she’s even starting to show interest in potty training by watching the older children.
We also really appreciate the effort Maggie puts into activities and themes. We especially enjoyed the heritage theme, and it was lovely to see Maggie buy Peppa Pig toys because she knows how much Arya loves them. It shows how well she knows the children and how much she cares.
Maggie is professional, reliable and keeps us updated, which gives us complete peace of mind. Arya is always happy and settled with her.
We’re very grateful for everything Maggie has done for us and would happily recommend her to any family looking for a caring and dedicated childminder.
Our daughter spent a year at Anna’s starting at 12 months old, and we cannot thank Anna and the team enough for all the kind love and attention she got during that time. We don’t live that close but I looked at over 15 nurseries in our area and did not feel that any were the right fit. We instantly fell in love with Anna’s cosy environment when we came to view the space and so decided to send her even though it’s a 30 minute walk uphill for us. It is clean and very welcoming and really feels like a home away from home. The children all get very specialised attention given the small size of the setting and the activities are better than some of the bigger nurseries we know. Our daughter had some food intolerances and Anna’s was so accommodating, Anna even worked with us to incorporate some family recipes into their menu. We loved the flexibility and the ease of communication with Anna in particular. We especially loved how much cooking/baking the kids do and the fact that each term there are themed activities based on books. My daughter settled in so quickly with Anna and learned so much with them, she really blossomed in that environment. It’s the perfect combination of structured activities and free play, and is the closest thing to a Waldorf style environment we could have hoped for. We were very sad to leave and would have happily kept our daughter there if we didn’t have to move. She has been in her new school for almost a month now and still talks about Anna and the other team members often and very affectionately, and we hope to keep in touch with them as long as we are able, and hopefully send our next child there too. We would highly recommend Anna’s to anyone looking for a great environment for their child!
Serena
We were recommended Kideos Childcare, and we love Linzi & Michelle! They are so friendly, professional and accommodating! We came to Kideos after a bad experience with another childminder, and my little boy settled in immediately and felt at home. Linzi is helpful and very knowledgeable and both her, and Michelle, are a wonderful influence on the children! Highly recommend!
Redina has been exceptional at looking after our son. He went to her at 10months and she has been instrumental in his development. He is 23 months and sings so many songs, knows his colours and can also say numbers too. Redina is so kind and caring for all the children and is always helpful with any questions too. Each day of the week there is something different to do from playing interactive and educational games to going to the park and also going to the different play centres and libraries too. He loves going to her house and adores her son who greets him some mornings before school. Each day I receive an update with photos and what he has eaten. Redina is the best child minder we could have ever wished for and anyone would be lucky for their children to be in such good care. I could not recommend her more highly!
I cannot recommend Heidi highly enough.
My daughter absolutely loves going to Heidi’s play patch. As an anxious parent — especially with my daughter having multiple allergies — finding someone I can trust has meant everything.
Heidi is incredibly attentive, reassuring, kind, and caring… the list truly goes on. My daughter is always excited to go and often doesn’t want to leave!
Throughout the day, Heidi keeps me updated with messages and photos, which gives me so much peace of mind. Every day is filled with fun, engaging activities that help the children learn through play.
The main reason I chose Heidi is her naturally warm and nurturing aura. My daughter doesn’t feel secure with many people, apart from her parents, but she finds real comfort and safety with Heidi because of her loving nature.
Sammy has been AMAZING for my 1.5 year old son! I was worried about how well he would settle in but he settled so quickly and now he walks in without even looking back at me! Sammy is kind, fun and so caring of the children she looks after! She takes so much time to get to know your child and makes sure she does things they enjoy. She sends regular picture updates so you can see how your child is getting on. Sammy listens to you and goes above and beyond for you and your child. She has two children who are so sweet with my son and he loves them both, it is a real family setting! He does arts and crafts, goes to the park and to playgroups etc and loves it! I would recommend Sammy to everyone, and I was a very nervous Mum about my boy starting with a childminder!
Lily
Sarah helped us look after our daughter from week 1 through to 9 months old. Sarah was amazing throughout and became part of the family.
She adapted to what we needed as things changed, and as our daughter needed.
She’s kind, warm, caring, helpful, trustworthy, knowledgeable and we wholeheartedly recommend her services to anyone looking for someone to looking for a nanny.
Abby has created a lovely, nurturing home from home environment for children to thrive. Her enthusiasm for learning and warm, caring character sets the tone and she has our 16 month old daughter hooked by the engaging activities from the moment she steps through the door and the outdoor space and equipment available has suited our daughter perfectly.
She has developed a beautiful positive relationship with our daughter in a short space of time which is clear when she gets a little upset as I leave at drop off yet is happy to go to Abby to be comforted and settles instantly.
Abby is easy to contact and is great at communicating any arrangements via the famly app or direct, and we love seeing what the children have been up to each week with all the photos she takes.
Abby also takes the children out and about to visit lots of exciting places around the area which is an added bonus!
We really can’t fault the service that Abby provides and am so grateful that we managed to get a space for our daughter to join the fun! The best childminder around.
Thanks Abby!
My little girl has been attending Kideos since she was 10 months old and I truly could not wish for better people to care for my daughter. I say people as they are much more than just childminders, Linzi & Michelle do love the children they look after, as though they were their own. My daughter has been thriving for the past just over 12 months of being there and a lot of this is down to the love, attention and patience they give. From the minute I stepped foot in their homely setting, when pregnant, I had an instant warm feeling, and I know from how happy my daughter is here, that she feels the same. The activities, train rides out, libraries, lunches out, play centres and the small but special things like a Costa or supermarket trip, I know her days here are made the most of.
I couldn’t recommend enough and feel lucky that my little girl is a part of this little family, she has made so many friends in all of you, and we are so grateful!
Our child has been with Wendy since April 2025 and we couldn't be happier with the care she provides. Our child feels comfortable with Wendy and talks about her all the time at home.
Wendy puts so much thought and care into the activities she provides for the children, carefully following the EYFS framework and keeping in mind things going on in the world in order to theme the activities she plans (e.g. the changing seasons and weather, animals, holidays, notable days etc.) The children are always doing wonderful craft activities and Wendy is always carefully thinking about their next steps in development. She also goes above and beyond taking the children on amazing trips. A recent one our little one loved was a trip to see the Zog experience at Kew Gardens.
Wendy is very good at communicating throughout the day and sending updates. She can also provide nutritious meals and snacks if needed.
We are so happy to have found her, and feel that our child is safe, happy and developing well in her care.
My son was lucky enough to have Josie as his childminder for 7 years. During that time Josie became, not just a childminder, but part of our family.
Every day is different, whether it's building dens in the woods or searching for treasures on the beach. She is kind, caring and forever looking out for the children in her care.
After looking at different nurseries and childminders, I met Ana and I knew my son needed to stay with her. He has been with Ana for over 2 months now, and it has been amazing. I have peace of mind knowing he is in the best possible care. Thank you Ana!
Since having Sam from July 2024 to current date -Her capabilities range from grocery shopping, meal preps, household, nanny services , school runs and having extra pair of hands has been nothing short of amazing.
She has been both professional and a listening ear when needed most. She has been reliable, very good with communication and at times the extra support needed on those difficult days as a single mother.
It was a great help meeting her first and discussing her qualifications , experiences, my own expectations and even where I feel the additional help is required.
The way my son and her have bonded this past year and 4 months , she has practically become a part of my family, I trust her abilities both in the home and outside of the home; which allows me the time to reboot, reset and reorganise when need be.
I would recommend Samaira to other parents because she creates the safe space for my child who gets excited every time he sees her, she brings her own equipment ( toys, books, arts & craft, speech or writing games ) she has gone the extra mile with budgeting, house sitting while on holiday, encourages routine in a fun manner and nanny services for those once in a blue moon girls night.
Even in the event of emergencies I have found that her words of encouragement and positive outlook helps me to give myself grace in times when I need it most.
She also had an amazing childcare profile filled with reviews from previous and current parents and out of all the sitters I interviewed, I honestly felt a sense of relief and hope.
I hope this helps you with your decision moving forward. My best wishes to you.
I have known Linzi and Michelle for just short of 4 years now as both of my boys have been in their care and I honestly couldn’t fault anything.
The way my son’s have excelled in her care has been amazing and they always enjoy their time with her. From trips to the local museums and farms to even on a more personal level going to local cafe/costa for a baby hot chocolate! She is truly fantastic.
I would never let me babies go anywhere else :) it is like home from home and that’s what I love. Forever grateful.
A wonderful childminder — kind, empathetic, and incredibly patient, with a wealth of experience. Magda creates safe, trusting and joyful environment . She organizes creative activities and educational play, always supporting the children’s development.
She takes the children on walks,to the library, creating many opportunities to learn and explore the world. She always keeps us informed about the child’s progress and daily achievements.
I am very grateful for the wonderful care Magda is giving for my little one.
Highly recommended
Rachel has been nothing but understanding about the anxiety we have felt about leaving our 3 kids with someone new, especially as our two year old is a bit temperamental. We also have a 7 year old and a 6 month old baby and she got stuck right in and got up to lots of fun with them both times she has been. She listened to everything we asked and we have already arranged for her to come back, thank you!
My daughter went to Josie from the age of 2-4. She thrived in Josie’s care. Such an interactive provider, she learned many new skills. Josie is an adventurous type and teaches her children how to be kids and enjoy the outdoors, big adventures, big fun! Always a happy girl coming from Mucky pups. Also helps that Josie is a Brownie Guide leader!
My grandson spent over two years with Kerry and I can honestly say she treated him with such kindness and care.He was always happy to go and we could see how much he was growing in confidence while he was with her. She kept us well informed was always patient, and clearly put the children’s wellbeing first and foremost. As a grandmother who regularly collected him it gave me real peace of mind knowing he was in such good hands. I’m genuinely grateful for everything she did for our family. And I would highly recommend Kerry to anyone.
