Darlings's Reviews
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Average Rating:
(5 from 9 reviews)
As soon as I met Zoe, I knew I wanted her to take care of my son. She was warm, welcoming and so genuine in her approach to taking care of children (and her house is absolutely immaculate with the most beautiful playroom for the kids) I'm a really anxious mum but Zoe has always taken the time to reassure me, and keep me updated about my son, I really couldn't have asked for more.
Zoe cooks the most amazing homecooked meals and my son gets out and about on many adventures, along with participating in lots of crafty activities which has been amazing for him. Even my daughter who is at another childcare provider absolutely loves Zoe and that's just from the drop-off and pick-up interaction! I cannot thank Zoe enough for everything shes done for us and Jesse :)
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I can honestly say Zoe is hands down the best childminder I could have hoped for. Not only does she cater for children's individual needs, she is patient, fun and never short of activities. I was anxious going back to work and leaving my daughter in someone else's care, and Zoe was incredible. Full of reassurance and constantly updating me on progress, including lots of lovely photos for our albums. She has provided another home for my daughter to thrive in and I'm grateful everyday for her.
I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Zoe as a childminder for anyone who is looking. You won't find anyone better!
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Since our little girl has been with Zoe, she has become so much more confident. She absolutely loves going and always comes home with a huge smile on her face and is always bright and happy going to and leaving Zoe’s. Our daughter has been going for 2 years so far!
Zoe has such a positive effect on our daughter, and this is purely due to her amazing methods. She’s like our daughter’s second mum! Our daughter even calls her “My Zoe” and always comes home telling us about all the exciting things she has been doing through the day! Zoe provides a wide range of activities to do and we get some amazing work sent home (including cakes which never make it home as they get eaten in the car)!!
I work full time and my hours change through the month, and Zoe has always been flexible with my needs.
During the last lockdown year, Zoe has been an amazing support to us as a family - thank you for looking after our little one and being a big part of our lives!!
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My son has been in Zoe’s care since January 2020. I have trusted her to look after him from the moment we met. She is so professional and her genuine interest in the well being of the children is always evident. Her home is perfectly set up for childminding. She has a wealth of teaching materials available to the children. I love seeing the photos of my son each week because he always seems to be interacting with something new. Zoe’s qualifications and experience as a childminder really set her apart, I think she’s just fantastic! Without a doubt, I would recommend Zoe as a childminder.
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Meaghan
about
Darlings
on 04/08/2020
Response by
Darlings
on 04/08/2020:
Thank you Meaghan, this has really made my day! Your son is an absolute pleasure xx
Zoe has been an absolute gem! As a full-time working mum, I wanted an at-home feeling for my daughter's childcare. Zoe provides this in bucket fulls. She is kind, caring and patient with the children. Zoe does an array of activities with them, indoors and outdoors. She provides them with a variety of nutritional food which she cooks herself (how she finds time to do this).
Additionally, as a first-time parent, her knowledge and down to earth advice has helped me so much. During the lockdown, she has continued to stay in contact with us with weekly newsletters and ideas for activities. I cannot recommend her enough.
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Emily
about
Darlings
on 23/04/2020
Response by
Darlings
on 24/04/2020:
Thank you very much for your kind review, looking forward to seeing you again soon x
We were very nervous about putting our daughter into childcare but Zoe made us feel very welcome and comfortable in her home and our daughter settled in straight away. Communication with Zoe is always very easy and she's been great at accommodating minor changes to our childcare requirements.
The little one is always happy to arrive at Zoe's and unhappy to leave!
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Firstly I would like to say a massive THANKYOU to Zoe, you have a real gift with children.
I found Zoe on this website and she was without doubt the best childminder I visited. Firstly her house was spotlessly clean (I can’t say that for many others I visited), she cooks amazing meals for my baby, I’m embarrassed to say they are much better than I do at home. Me and my baby have been working with Zoe for 9 weeks now and I love that we get daily diary entries and monthly observation reports.
I only wanted temporary childcare for two months but I’m happy to say that three weeks after our contract ended we still meet up every week because my baby misses Zoe, Elsie and the other children... and they miss us too 😘😘
I am currently looking for a permanent job and when I get that I will definitely be back for childcare 😘 THANKS from ‘us two’ xxx
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I cannot recommend Zoe highly enough!
After first meeting with Zoe and her two children, my partner and I felt extremely comfortable that our son would be cared for and would be extremely happy with her.
Zoe always communicated with us very well and frequent updates meant that we never felt like we were missing out too much. She is bubbly with a fantastic personality and our son loves her.
Our son and the other minded children were kept occupied either at home, which is well kitted out with everything you would want, or on trips out in the local area's park, playgrounds and play groups.
Although she is busy, Zoe has been brilliant on the occasions when last minute childcare was needed on unusual days – Incredibly reliable and trustworthy. Always happy to help whenever and however she can.
Zoe welcomed our son into her home and really helped develop his social skills. He always had such a fun time and we could go to work knowing our son was very well cared for.
Due to a change in personal circumstances, the care Zoe provided for my son is no longer required, much to my son’s disappointment.
Should things change in the future, I hope and pray that she has the availability to take my son back on and care for him.
Our son had a fabulous time here and formed a real attachment, not just to Zoe but also to her two lovely kids too.
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My one year old daughter went to little darlings and I cannot fault the care Zoe provided!
I was very anxious at first but there was no need Zoe made me and My daughter so welcome and treated her like her own!
My daughter settled so well from the first day and was always so happy and excited to go.
Zoe also had my other children in the holidays and they both said they do not wish to return to nursery and school...they want to stay there :-)
Highly recommend to anyone looking for a home from home setting.
Thank you little darlings! X
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