My daughter has been cared by Lydia and Dale since January 2013 and I can honestly say that there has not been one day that I haven’t arrived to find her with a big smile across her face, laughing and wanting to tell me all about the fun things she has done at their home that day.

Lydia and Dale are the most dedicated, professional child minders I have ever encountered. They are unquestionably genuine in their devotion to providing the children they care for with a nurturing, creative, educational and safe environment. Their efforts go above and beyond not only other childminders in the area but also some nurseries. If Ofsted had an ‘exceptional’ rating that trumped ‘outstanding’ then I’ve no doubt they would be awarded it.

I can only echo all the positive remarks left below. The children are constantly engaged in fun activities and always monitored. Never, ever is their safety compromised. It is also worth remarking on how lovely the children are who attend. On my first visit to A Home to Grow I was struck by how cheerful and sweet all the children were. Clearly they have good parents :) but equally Dale and Lydia ensure that the children treat each other with the same respect and care that they demonstrate in their interaction with them.

I too am surprised to read the negative feedback from Roxani. It, in no way, reflects my experience or that of the other parents. When I read the comment I could only conclude that the adage, “What Peter says about Paul says more about Peter than it does about Paul” was apt for this parent. My daughter also waded in the paddling pool that day. It was a very hot day so I was glad she had the opportunity to have some ‘cool’ fun. She was not sick afterwards but she was a very happy bunny. Lydia and Dale ensure that every day is a fun day for the children.

I cannot recommend a Home to Grow highly enough.