When looking for a childminder for our son Sonia was the first and only person we contacted as after meeting Sonia at her home we knew straight away that she would be the best person to look after our son.

Going back to work and leaving your baby is not an easy thing to do. However Sonia has such a calm and friendly manner that she put me at ease straight away. My son settled in really quickly and would walk straight in to find the toys. Sonia has a great range of toys to suit all children including educational toys and musical instruments.

Sonia would often visit parks, splash parks, soft play centres and playgroups. Even on a rainy day they would be at the park in their wellies splashing about in the puddles.

Sonia was great at encouraging things that my son enjoyed. For example taking him to Denham Airport Training Centre because he loved aeroplanes. She really took the time to get to know what my son liked and disliked which I think is such an amazing quality to have. My son's speech wasn't as advanced as other children his age but Sonia really helped us with this and his speech and confidence really progressed and now he doesn't stop talking.

Sonia kept me updated with messages, pictures and videos of their day which was so lovely to see and such a great way to look back at all the memories. It meant so much to me receiving them whilst at work.

Sonia is amazing at craft activities and would often create lovely keepsakes with my son and saving them to give to us on special occasions i.e. Mother's/Father's day, Easter and Christmas etc. All of her ideas were so creative and thoughtful.

My son not only formed a great relationship with Sonia but also bonded well with the other children and they became good friends. Sonia loved my child like he was her own and would give him lots of cuddles if he was missing mummy and daddy.

I can't wait for my second baby to start with Sonia to have all the wonderful experiences that my first baby had with her.

Sonia has a beautiful home and a wonderful family, so if you are looking for a childcare setting with a home from home feel then I would highly recommend Sonia. She is honestly the most loveliest person with a heart of gold.

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