It's difficult finding a childminder you can trust to look after your little one, but we got lucky in finding Mara.

Our son was under Mara's care for the second year of his life. He was given the level of love and nurturing you could only hope for from a childminder, certainly far beyond what a nursery can offer.

Every morning our son was so excited to be greeted by Mara, Justyna, Nadima and his friends. He would always come home happy having had a day of fun, learning and a belly full of Mara's hearty home cooked food.

Our son had the most magical year with Mara and her team and we're sure he felt they have been like family to him. Mara was extremely flexible and understanding of any requests and her love for the children shone through. Mara is always positive and jolly.

We moved out of London, but if we hadn't, our son would most certainly have remained in Mara's care until school. Despite being away from London we regularly keep in touch and see Mara and her team when we can.

We cannot recommend Mara and her team highly enough; a truly home from home environment with the most competent and devoted carers any parent could wish for.

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