Emma has taken on my two girls who are almost 2 and 6 years old. She immediately made them feel safe, comfortable in her home and tailored her approach perfectly to them as individuals with very different needs.

From the outset I had complete confidence that they would be extremely well cared for and it would be a home from home. Emma is so warm and nurturing and it is very clear that she loves her work.

My youngest had some separation anxiety to begin with when I would leave in the morning but Emma was able to very quickly settle her. She would contact me as soon as my daughter was happy to reassure me that she was ok and I received photos of her happy, smiling and playing which I truly appreciated.

Emma is very proactive with the time she spends with the children and they undertake a wide range of activities to stimulate exploration and learning. Her home environment is completely tailored to childminding with so many different toys and games. She encourages outdoor time and has a trampoline and numerous garden activities.

The family dog, Bertie is adorable and a real addition to the children’s experience. He is extremely friendly and gentle but there is also the possibility for him to be in a separate space if a child was nervous around dogs. Emma’s children who are sometimes present after school are so polite and friendly and such a credit to her. My daughters love engaging with them when they are there and it is lovely for my eldest to get to know older children at the school.

I can wholeheartedly recommend Emma, she has enabled the transition of us leaving our children in somebody else’s care both easy and seamless. She is a wonderful person who is fantastic at her job.

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