I don’t think I can even do justice in words as to how fantastic Agnes is as a childminder. My baby Archie started with her at 9 months and the moment he got through her door he never looked back. It’s always a stressful time returning to work after having a baby - you worry about so much, but Agnes made the whole process so seamless and goes above and beyond - day in and day out - for the children in her care. She provides home cooked, fresh food - which for my baby which dairy and soy allergies isn’t always easy, yet she buys him special food at no extra cost and always ensures he is well fed. He has his own room and cot to sleep in, with Agnes making sure to fit his naps in exactly as he has them at home. She takes the children out every day to different activities, play groups, meeting up with other childminders, going to parties, playgrounds, libraries, soft plays - the list is endless. She is constantly coming up with new and exciting things for them to do.
Agnes keeps us updated all day with photos on a WhatsApp group which is such a joy to see and means I can completely relax about Archie whilst at work. She even comes to baby sit for us so we can go out and Archie can be with someone he loves and trusts.
Archie has come on leaps and bounds since being with Agnes. I will also add her setting is IMMACULATE. I honestly don’t know how she does it. She even washes Archie’s clothes if they have become dirty for me!!! She is also very sensible when it comes to coughs and colds etc. they will not just be sent home or told to be picked up early like many of my friends nursery experiences - in fact we have managed to dodge most the major lurgies by being with Agnes, which is a huge relief! Yet of course if it is a risk to any other children in terms of sickness she makes sure everyone in the setting is protected.

So, really I cannot rate her highly enough, we couldn’t imagine being anywhere else and are already terrified at the idea of ever having to leave her! She will always be such an important part of our families lives. If you want to give your child the best start - she is your person!!!

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