Tinas Childminding's Reviews

Excellent childcare

The staff at Tina's childminding are a true god send! My son started there just before his 2nd birthday after being looked after by a family friend which turned out to be a huge mistake. Tina was an absolute angel accommodating us at such short notice and the staff there helped him to settle in so quickly and easily and he's now progressing in leaps and bounds especially with his confidence and self esteem!

Tina's home is an absolute dream, so welcoming and homely with the most amazing facilities, especially the garden!! It's doesn't surprise me one bit that my son wants to go at weekends and during school holidays ... I think he would move in if it meant he could live with his little friends! ... I'd quite fancy moving in myself!

The food at Tina's is a massive hit with my son. She provides a wide variety of healthy hot meals each day that encourages my son to try new things and I honestly believe this is why he's not a fussy eater unlike his 13 year old sister ... and Tina's toast for breakfast is definitely one of my sons favourite things about getting up in the morning!!

One of my favourite things about Tina's is that I never have to worry about my son whilst he's in their care especially as he suffers chronically with asthma. Tina and the staff are so brilliant with him when he is suffering, taking care of his needs and treating him just as they would their own children which means the world to me because Charlie is truly happy and safe there which makes leaving him so much easier!

The staff at Tina's work really hard to provide lots of fun and educational activities and it's wonderful when we get to see the learning profiles that they take so much time to put together jam packed with all of the amazing things they do - my son is so proud of his profile and loves showing it off to everyone that visits!

I quite often recommend Tina's to friends and family that are pregnant and considering childcare. The family atmosphere is a wonderful place for children to grow up in and the quality of care is out of this world!! I cannot thank them enough for their love and support these last 2 years and will be sure to use them in the future when we have our next baby!!

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by Rebekah about Tinas Childminding on 11/10/2017

Cannot recommend enough!!

I have used Tina for the last two and a half years and I would honestly be lost without her and Sara!
My children started there when they were 1 and 3, my eldest started reception in September and my youngest will be starting this September too but I will certainly continue to use Tina through the school holidays.
Tina has made it very easy for me to get back into work and has made my work life very easy with giving us a very flexible service and allowing me to work different shifts and book different hours week by week.
Both of my children have come on leaps and bounds since going to Tina's over two years ago. My daughter especially is extremely clever and bright for her age and we are very proud of them both and we have Tina and Sara to thank for that!
They always provide the children with healthy, home cooked meals and they never go hungry.
I have always felt very comfortable and confident with leaving bothis of my children with Tina and Sara and have not once had any issues what so ever! They are both very reliable and very trustworthy.
We have had an A* service since day one and I cannot thank them both enough for everything they have done for me and my children!
Highly recommended!!

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by Parent about Tinas Childminding on 19/02/2017

Excellent Childminder/lifesaver

Tina Sara & Katy have looked after my son since he was 3 months old. He starts reception in September so sadly he won't be there much longer. However my daughter will stay as she is only 22 months and my son will still continue to go during school holidays.

I could not be any happier with the care my children receive, I can go to work with absolute confidence that they are in the safest possible hands. They even eat their vegetables which is something they never do for me.

They are so well cared for and probably even loved and Tina will always go that extra mile to make life easy for you. I would truly have been lost over the last 4 years without her and the team.

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by bbkeable about Tinas Childminding on 27/06/2016

Excellent

We started sending our son to Tina’s Childminders just after his 1st birthday. When looking for a minder we visited and spoke to a few but as soon as we met Tina and saw her set up we knew at once she was the one. Her home is so welcoming for children and set up so well and Tina is warm and inviting. The service we have had over the last 18 months has been second to none. Our son has always been quite upset at leaving us but Tina has always welcomed him in in a morning and settled him at once. We have never had any qualms of sending him there and he always tells us all about what he has been up to in his fun filled day there each week.

Tina and the other girls who work there are lovely. You feel safe sending your children there which was a very big deal for me sending my only son. He is given three hot home cooked meals each day and always comes home with a fully tummy. Tina frequently sends books full of pictures of your child home showing just what they have been doing and the fun activities they are given each week. These pictures are so great to see, and I don’t know of any other minders who do this. Our son also comes home with his key stage learning book always up to date so we can see how he is getting on which gives a lot of peace of mind knowing he is learning as well as having fun.

Another huge bonus of using Tina’s is her flexibility. I have had to on some occasions literally message her to ask if she has space the next morning and she will always accommodate us where ever possible. This flexibility in care is a great peace of mind for us working parents.

I would recommend Tina’s to anyone, the care provided is second to none and I know full well my son is in the best hands while I am at work.

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by Parent about Tinas Childminding on 30/10/2015

The best thing since .... chocolate

Tina has cared for my Daughter since she was 8 months old, after I was left in a situation where I had no choice but to return to work, upon being left as a single parent. At this time, I was very upset at the prospect of leaving my little girl as a baby and very apprehensive about putting her into childcare. After reading what felt like a million profiles, I found Tina on this site and went to visit her and the facilities. Straight away I felt comfortable and Tina's honest, to the point, whilst also caring attitude was a perfect match for what I needed. I wanted someone who would enforce the rules I would want to make for my child and give the love that I would too. I started care in August 2012 and my daughter is now at Nursery School and thanks to Tina, Sara and Katie ... She is polite, friendly and very sociable, confident and keen to learn. She absolutely loves it when she is there and I am never worried about leaving her. They have been flexible way beyond their requirements and have been invaluable to me in my situation as my dad has a terminal illness too, which means I often need care at quite short notice to accommodate his hospital appointments and it is never a problem. I Never thought I would entrust anyone to care for my 'world' but Tina, Sara and Katie I can honesty say, I would trust implicitly with my Daughter. I can't fault them, brilliant childcare and lovely ladies to boot. Abbee has learned so much with them way beyond what I ever expected her to learn pre-school years, their activities, learning, projects and mealtime are all equally Fabulous.... And to make this even better we get the photo albums and progress reports each term to see everything which is lovely too, seeing my little girl in action for the moments I would otherwise miss. All occasions are catered for appropriately, children's birthdays, easter, Halloween, Christmas, there is always a fun day for the children to look forward to and throughout the year she comes home with many things she has made... I especially love the Mother's Day cards! In the summer months it is all about the garden.... A brilliant and safe area that they all love.... And the food, the menu certainly beats my menu for lunches, I've even contemplated booking myself a place just for the food! I'm sure my daughter now prefers them to me .... She certainly listens to them more and when it comes to discipline ... They have definitely helped me with a few issues there. My little girl will always be a part of their 'family' which is exactly how we have been made to feel and in turn, they will always be my only childcare facility and more importantly friends to me and my daughter for life. I am quite sure my daughter will still be visiting in High School! I can't thank them or recommend highly enough! Wonderful. Vicky & Abbee x

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by Parent about Tinas Childminding on 27/10/2015

excellent flexible care

I would highly recommend Tina and her staff to anyone looking for childcare. I had never used a childminder before as I had always been able to rely on grandparents but when I decided to go back to university I needed extra care so began to look around. myself and my husband went to Tinas and had a look around and were instantly impressed. The children have loads of space indoors and outdoors, whilst still having a really lovely homely feel for them. My daughter has a food intolerance, but this wasnt a problem at all , Tina provided all meals and foods she could eat. Another issue for me was flexibilty because I was never sure when I would and wouldnt need my daughter to go but again Tina was so flexble, just a quick text and it was sorted. I think its a great place for young children to go to because its not too busy, so you can relax knowing your child is getting the attention they require, but on the other hand there are always other children there for them to play and interact without it being too hectic like a nursery. Thank you Tina, Sara and Katie

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by Parent about Tinas Childminding on 12/05/2015

Childminding at its best

My daughter has been full time with Tina since she was 8 months old; she's 2 1/2 now and I cannot say enough good things about the care she receives. Being a working mom is hard and leaves you feeling guilty and anxious but I've never had a days concern leaving her at Tina's house. Scarlett has come on so much in such a lot of ways, but the thing I'm most happy about is how her social skills and confidence are nurtured and encouraged...being at Tina's is like being part of a big family and the friendships Scarlett is making are so lovely to hear about (ALL the time!!)
Wonderful care, wonderful people!!

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by Parent about Tinas Childminding on 29/07/2014

Best thing I did was call Tina

When I first looked into childcare for my daughter I was so worried about leaving her somewhere where she might get ignored because of being so easy going. I am so so happy to have found Tina because my daughter has clearly learned so much and likes all the carers. She started when she was 15 months old and has been there a year nearly. My son is now also going to join my daughter and I am not intending on losing Tina anytime soon!

She is flexible, great communication, always offers advice when asked and instills good manners and expectations in the kids. She knows what she's doing, she does it brilliantly and is a really easy person to talk to.

Highly recommended

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by debbsm about Tinas Childminding on 29/07/2014

Fab childminder

Tina and crew have been fab, looking after my son and now my daughter who has come on so much, she misses going to T T's when she's not there asking for all the other children. The activities she does are fab and Charlotte really enjoys them all, especially all the messy ones!!

She is very flexible and reliable and wouldn't want anyone else to look after my children now I have found her x

Defiantly the best child minder in the area :)

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by Parent about Tinas Childminding on 29/07/2014

No better place for my child

I would recommend Tina and her staff to anyone, especially any first time mom that is a nervous and emotional wreck at the thought of leaving their child to go back to work etc, this was me and as well as providing reassurance to me the care to my daughter was evident from day one,

My daughter went to Tina's at 10 months old and since then she has developed so well with the help of Tina and her staff she is social, advanced in speech, well behaved and just a very well adjusted little girl and I truly believe that a lot of this is down to the way she is cared for whilst at Tinas as well as home.

Tina is very flexible and accommodating and has helped me out no end when I have needed emergency care for my daughter- nothing is too much and she is always at the end of the phone with help and advice if needed.

I now have a newborn and when the time comes there is no where else I would leave her than with Tina and her staff who are all so friendly.

Tinas home is welcoming,facilities are great, toys are new and in great condition and the main thing is my child is happy and loves going to Tinas

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by Parent about Tinas Childminding on 30/06/2013