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.
From the first moment I met Elena I felt very welcome in her lovely family home and knew she was the child minder for my son. Elena is so warm, friendly, caring and nurturing, she caters to your little one’s needs which is very reassuring when leaving your baby. It was important for me that my baby received good quality loving care when required, a home from home environment, healthy home cooked meals, engaging activities where he can learn and somewhere he is able to socialise and feel safe and have fun. Elena provides all of this and more with a lot of love and attention.
Since we have been going to Elena’s my son is doing very well and gaining more confidence all the time, he enjoys going to her each week and he is learning so much, he also loves her food and has a very good relationship with the rest of her family and the other children. Elena is great at following my son’s usual routine, she will advise me how he gets on through the day and if there are any issues, she is very good at adapting to whatever he needs. I feel confident leaving my son knowing he is very well looked after and appreciate everything she is doing.
Kate and her team are, quite simply, amazing. They provide an exceptional standard of care, combining high-quality provision with a truly nurturing heart.
Returning to work after maternity leave felt like such a daunting hurdle for both me and my son, but the team’s reassuring presence and professional expertise gave me instant peace of mind. My son has been with them for nearly a year now, and it has been a joy to watch him flourish both socially and developmentally.
Why We Love It:
Curious Minds: The team excels at delivering a well-structured educational programme. Their monthly rotation of topics keeps the children engaged, curious, and excited to learn.
Healthy & Happy: The nutritional standard of the home cooked meals is outstanding. It’s so comforting to know my son eats like a King every day - their well being is clearly the top priority.
Trustworthy & Kind: For any parent feeling that natural apprehension about childcare, I cannot recommend Kate and her team highly enough. They provide a trustworthy, enriching, and loving environment.
Choosing Kate was the best decision we could have made; you won't regret it for a second.
Catriona looked after our little boy on Saturday evening whilst we enjoyed a night out. She was great from start to finish, friendly and reassuring so we felt like our son was in good hands and were able to relax. Thank you so much! Will 100% be using her any time we are in Belfast
"We were very nervous about leaving our little son, but [Summayya] made us feel so comfortable. Our son has always absolutely loved going there in the morning and he seems happy reaching there .it’s a massive relief to know she is so well looked after by Summayya.."
My twins were with Tammy from 13 months old when I went back to work.
I was looking for a safe, warm and welcoming home from home environment for them where they would be able to learn through play, develop new skills and be in a calm environment, which we found with Tammy.
An experienced childminder with so many years of experience under her belt and a genuine love for kids. Tammy would get as excited as we would when the twins hit milestone goals and was the perfect transition when I came off mat leave, leaving my babies for the first time.
The kids always came home with fully bellies after some pretty great homemade dinners and made mine and my partners life and transition back to work seamless.
Tammy felt like part of our 'village' and for that we are so grateful.
It's early days, but Miri has been a wonderful sitter for my son so far and we're looking forward to continuing a long-term arrangement with her. My son is 2 years old and due to on-call requirements, I've hired Miri to help out on those occasions with nursery pick-up, travel home, putting my son to bed and staying in my home overnight in case I'm called away to work.
She's kind, respectful, understanding and a pleasure to have in my home. My son took to her immediately and I'd feel comfortable leaving her with him during the night if/when I'm called into work. Miri is easy to communicate with, friendly and has taken easily to a rather unique situation, which has been invaluable.
Melinda
It has been a pleasure having Rosie support our family. She is always punctual and professional and our little has grown to love her. Thank you Rosie
We absolutely love Mariya. My son knew her from nursery and as soon as I found out she would be working as a childminder, I put his name down. He goes 3 days a week after school and is so happy there. Mariya takes a lot of time preparing themes for each week and ensuring there's appropriate toys and learning materials for all ages. She is kind, caring and her home is lovely. I wouldn't want my son to go anywhere else.
We are very satisfied to have found Sumayya. Our daughter arrives at her place every morning with a smile, which is very reassuring and pleasant. She is surrounded by several other children and is therefore well stimulated. We fully trust Sumayya to provide age-appropriate activities as well as homemade meals.
We are informed every day about our daughter’s general well-being, what she has eaten, and her sleep. We also receive photos. Communication is easy and quick, and we can check in and get updates and details throughout the day. In the evening, we pick up our baby happy after her day and receive a short summary of how the day went. Additionally, Sumayya is also flexible when we have to change days/time and always try to arrange us.
We highly recommend Sumayya to take care of your children with complete confidence.
Kate and her family have been absolutely amazing. They are always kind, flexible and genuinely willing to help whenever needed. We have seen very positive progress in our Childs development during the time she has been cared for by Kate and Flavio, not just in confidence, but in her overall development as well.
I am always completely reassured knowing that they do everything possible to keep the children safe, happy, and well looked after. Their flexibility, care and attention mean I never have to worry, which as a parent is extremely valuable. I highly recommend Kate and Flavio.
My son has been attending Zainab’s Childminding for the past 5 years, and I honestly couldn’t recommend her and her team highly enough.
From day one, Zainab has been incredibly caring, professional, and trustworthy. Leaving your child in someone else’s care is never easy, but I’ve always felt completely at ease knowing my son is safe, happy, and well looked after. The regular photos and updates throughout the day are such a comfort and really show how much thought and care goes into what they do.
My son settled in so well, which is a real credit to the warm, nurturing environment they provide. They have supported his learning beautifully over the years, helping him grow in confidence, independence, and social skills. He has been more than prepared for school, both academically and emotionally, and that means everything as a parent.
Zainab and her team genuinely treat the children like their own. The setting is clean, structured, and stimulating, with plenty of age-appropriate activities, routines, and encouragement for learning through play. Communication has always been excellent, and I’ve always felt listened to and supported.
If you’re looking for a childminder in Bolton who is reliable, loving, and truly invested in children’s development and wellbeing, I highly recommend Zainab’s Childminding. We’ve been so lucky to have found her.
HadleyGd has been absolutely fantastic, and I couldn’t be happier with the care provided. The environment is warm, safe, and very welcoming, and it’s clear that a lot of thought and care go into everything they do. Communication is excellent, and I always felt informed and reassured. I would highly recommend HadleyGd to any parent looking for a kind, professional, and trustworthy childcare provider.
We feel incredibly fortunate to have had Jess as our nanny and childminder. She has been caring for our twins since they were just over one year old, and from the very beginning, the bond she built with them was remarkable. Although English is not our children’s first language, she has an exceptional ability to communicate with them in a way they understand, making them feel safe, heard, and comfortable very quickly.
She engages the children in a wide range of activities that support not just play, but their overall development - emotional, social, and cognitive. From creative play, crafts, music, and dance, to outdoor activities, playgroups, zoos, and structured classes, she ensures their days are enriching, fun, and well balanced. She thoughtfully plans each day around the children’s individual needs, moods, and interests, which has helped them thrive both at home and outside.
Over the past few months, she has also taken on the role of a childminder outside our home, and the children have continued to flourish under her care. What truly sets her apart is her deep understanding of children - she intuitively knows what they need, offers immense patience and warmth, and provides consistent emotional support. Managing twins, each with different needs at different moments, is no small task, yet she does this with calmness, flexibility, and genuine care.
Our children absolutely adore her and are always excited to spend their day with her, which speaks volumes about the safe and loving environment she creates. As working parents, she has been an invaluable support to our family, and we genuinely could not have asked for a better caregiver.
She is, without question, the best caregiver we could have found for our children. We would wholeheartedly recommend her to any family looking for someone who truly understands both the needs of parents and the emotional and developmental needs of children.
I never wanted to use a childminder for my daughter but I needed better hours on a Monday and Mariya was recommended by another mum at the nursery my daughter attends.
As soon as I walked into her home and met her I felt really comfortable that Mariya would be a good fit for Nina, and that has continued to present day.
Mariya will always tell parents about what she is teaching the children, she encourages independence and knowledge.
I feel Nina learns a lot from her time there. And she also enjoys it. She will always give Mariya a hug when she leaves and I know that she has had a good time.
Mariya is a very kind, supportive and easy going woman and I would thoroughly recommend her to everyone.
Both of our children have been looked after by Suki. We really liked the small, close-knit setting, which felt very personal and nurturing. They made good friends with the other children. Suki and her family are lovely, both of our children really bonded with them all and it was like a home from home.
They also enjoyed going out to local groups and doing creative activities and making things with Suki.
We always felt sure they were in good care. Thank you Suki and family for everything you’ve done for the boys.
