Karen's 5 Star Reviews

Look no further for your childcare needs!

Karen's services were recommended to us by a parent from my son's school, who had just started working with her. Having never worked with a childminder before (only having experience of nurseries), I wasn't sure. However, any uncertainty I had was very quickly put to rest and I've since recommended her to everyone looking for a childminder, and will continue to do so.

Karen is absolutely brilliant and her setting is most certainly a home from home. My children both absolutely love her and still have occasional days with her during school holidays if Karen has space, or for a needed last-minute after school pick up - both of which speak to her flexibility. They really look forward to their time with Karen, which I believe speaks volumes.

Karen takes care of the children as if they're her own, and her setting is absolutely spotless and honestly like a mini-nursery set up with the whole of her downstairs exclusively made available to the children. As if that wasn't enough, she takes them out on so many outings. My children have enjoyed multiple parks, cinema, Horniman Museum and more whilst in Karen's care.

My children always leave Home Sweet Home with smiles on their faces and full tummies. If you're looking for a childminder, look no further and enquire with Karen today. You won't be disappointed!

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by Naomi on 27/09/2026

Worth her weight in gold!

We cannot recommend Karen highly enough! As an ex-primary teacher with extensive early years experience, Karen strikes the perfect balance between fun and early childhood education. The children are always learning through play, and she has instilled a real love for reading and learning in our little boy who at two years old comes home so excited to show off his counting or recognition of shapes.

Karen puts so much effort into creating an engaging environment and takes the kids out on outings every single day - our son has been to every zoo, park, play area, woodland in South East London! She also prepares home-cooked, nutritious meals that they love which is a huge bonus for parents who work full time.

What sets Karen apart is her genuine care for the children's emotional wellbeing and looks after them as if they were her own. I know our son is truly listened to, spoken to with respect and happy, and well cared for. Karen is also wonderful with parents and always open, attentive, and receptive to any concerns. When we asked her to turn our son's car seat around, she did so without hesitation.

We feel so lucky to have found Karen and couldn't ask for a better person to look after our little boy!

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by EmmaGR on 14/09/2026