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.
Bev has looked after both our girls for a while now, our eldest has been with her for nearly three years and is now moving on to the next chapter of her life.
Bev is absolutely amazing. We cannot recommend her enough. We struck gold when we found her, we trust her completely and we can walk away happy after dropping our girls off knowing they will be very happy and safe.
Bev’s love of the outdoors was what first stood out for us while we were searching for a setting, and the range of activities they do is above anything we expected. Our eldest is always sharing fascinating information she has learned about nature while out on walks, some information we didn’t know ourselves so we are learning from her to too!
The crafts they bring home for special occasions are always very heartfelt they blow us away the effort and thought that goes into them.
Bev is very welcoming and supportive with any questions we have and always has very useful and helpful tips.
To the girls, Bev is not just a childminder she is family. She is ‘Auntie Bev’ and we know that Bev will be missed by our eldest very much. She loves Auntie Bev “big much!”
It is clear to us that childminding is not just a ‘job’ to Bev but a passion as we can see the love and care that she puts into everything. She goes above and beyond and we will look back and treasure these early years of our girls’ lives and the fantastic memories they have made.
My daughter has been with Louise and Mimi since she was 2 years old, up until now, as she approaches 5, we started at a forest school and now we have continued onto the childminding setting. What I can honestly say it has been one of the best decisions i have made for my daughter and her early years development.
From the beginning of our journey my daughter has expanded her curiosity for outdoor learning and this setting has given her opportunities to explore, learn, and develop a genuine love of nature.
What has impressed me the most is the care and dedication of the team. They know each child as an individual and consistently provide thoughtful support and encouragement. Over the years i have watched my daughter flourish socially, emotionally, and physically, and she has formed wonderful friendships along the way.
This has become much more than a childcare setting for our family — it has been a community that has supported both myself and my daughter . I am grateful for everything the Louise and Mimi have done!
My son started with Nicola when he was 11 months old. He settled really quickly and Nicola made it feel like a home from home. He is now 2 and a half and still loves going to Nicola's. They do lovely activities, including going to farm. I would highly recommend Nicola.
Our son has medical needs and it terrifies us sending him anywhere, but Nicola is phenomenal! He went to her as temporary care but thrived so much we stayed. Nicola’s entire family has been so incredible and we’re so well updated with everything. Communication is excellent and we honestly wouldn’t have got through the past 2 years without her. Actually heartbroken that he’s starting school and leaving the setting.
Leaving our 5-month-old with a childminder can be daunting but Karen made it completely stress-free. From day one, she was incredibly patient, nurturing, and attentive to our baby’s routine. She always kept us updated with detailed handovers about naps and feeds. It gave us huge piece of mind knowing our baby was in very capable hands. We couldn't recommend her more highly to any parent needing a safe, trustworthy environment for their baby. Thank you Karen
My daughter has been at Little Steps for 5 months and she has been so happy there. We’re only leaving because we’re moving house. Esther and her husband & colleagues give my daughter so much love and attention, and have also enabled her to gain so much confidence by socialising with other children. They have taught her so much, from counting to saying “thank you”. She loves the fun activities they organise every day, including sensory trays, baking and water play. Esther was also very helpful in securing our funding from the council. I can’t recommend this childminder enough.
Grace
I had a lovely visit to Shibani’s setting and was very impressed with the environment. The space was clean, tidy, well organised, and thoughtfully arranged to create a safe and welcoming atmosphere for children.
Shibani appeared very professional, caring, and knowledgeable. I appreciated the attention to detail in how the setting was prepared, including the well-planned activities, resources available, and the overall structure of the day. The meal preparation area was clean and organised, with a clear focus on providing healthy, nutritious meals and snacks for the children.
I was also pleased to see the opportunities for outdoor play and activities, which encourage children to explore, be active, and develop important skills through nature and play. The outdoor space was well maintained and provided a lovely area for children to enjoy fresh air and learning experiences.
Overall, I felt confident and reassured after visiting Shibani’s setting. It is clear that a lot of care, effort, and professionalism goes into creating a nurturing environment where children can feel happy, safe, and supported.
Sap
We booked Chloe at short notice. She was so responsive in her messages arranging details, offered references when requested and our son took to her immediately on meeting her, he absolutely loved her. Chloe sent me updates through the evening and was an absolute pleasure.
Jessica
Lou was absolutely brilliant with my boys, one of whom was only 10 months. She kindly looked after them while we were at a wedding, played, fed, bathed and put them to bed. The boys had a great time and loved her. Communication was great from beginning to end and helped having a call before as we were not local. I would highly recommend Lou - very diligent, friendly and reliable.
Jainaba is a wonderful childminder and my daughter loves her. They have a lot of fun with planned activities at home and on trips to the park and children's groups etc. Jainaba is calm, kind and patient, and the atmosphere she creates is nurturing and supportive. My daughter also loves her cooking and can't wait to tell us what she has eaten that day. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend her to other families looking for consistent and reliable care for their children.
Funville Childminder is an excellent childminder. My husband and I were worried about finding someone who would make our daughter feel safe, loved, and well cared for, just as we would at home. We are so happy that we chose the right childminder.
She has a warm, caring personality and created a welcoming environment that helped our daughter settle in very quickly. Our daughter enjoys going there every day and never cries when we drop her off, which gives us great peace of mind.
We are truly grateful for the love, care, and attention she provides. I would highly recommend Funville Childminder to any parent looking for a trustworthy, kind, and professional childminder.
Nera has been an amazing childminder, and I can't recommend her highly enough. She provides a safe, caring, and nurturing environment where my child has always felt happy, supported, and loved.
She is kind, patient, and genuinely passionate about what she does. My child's confidence and development have grown so much during their time with her, and it's been wonderful to see.
Nera is always approachable, keeps us well informed, and goes above and beyond for both the children and their families. Knowing my child is in such capable and caring hands gives us complete peace of mind.
Thank you, Nera, for everything you've done. We are so grateful and would recommend you to anyone looking for a fantastic childminder.
Jenny is exceptional. We looked for childcare for a very long time but when we found Jenny, we knew that she would be great. We were on her waiting list and accepted a space as soon as it became available. She was wonderful during the settling period, making it a lovely transition for me and my little one.
Jenny is professional, patient, understanding and creates a warm and caring environment for the children. She provides regular updates, fun activities, and a healthy warm lunch and snacks.
With Jenny, not only do you get a childminder but a very experienced educator and teacher who brings a wealth of experience and wonderful qualities. Our little one thoroughly enjoyed being with Jenny Babies. We highly recommended her!
AJ2
We had an excellent experience with Simone. She was reliable, professional, warm and fantastic with Poppy and Woody. They felt comfortable with her straight away, and she kept them happy, engaged and well cared for throughout.
She communicated clearly, was flexible when needed and gave us complete peace of mind. We would happily use her again.
Nick
Serene was our evening nanny for a year, caring for our newborn girl, 1-year-old girl, and 3-year-old boy, 3-5 days a week. We couldn't have asked for anyone better. She is reliable, conscientious, hardworking and professional. She was always so safety conscious, incredibly attuned to the toddlers' emotions, and brilliant at teaching them and encouraging their independence. My children always looked forward to seeing her, and mealtimes and bedtime routines ran smoothly. She always left the kitchen and play areas clean and tidy at the end of the evening. We were sad to part ways, and only did so because our needs changed to afterschool care — we would have happily continued with her otherwise. I recommend her without hesitation and am happy to provide more details for a further reference if needed.
Cathy