My husband and I looked at a few childminders for our daughter Emily. Emily was only 6 months when i went back to work. Nothing is more important or precious to us than our children, it is an anxious time leaving your baby with anyone else. We all want the best for our little ones, and childminders are extremely crucial to our children's upbringing and influences.

We visited Loobyloos one evening, we were made to feel very welcome, it was such a relaxing, friendly and accommodating atmosphere we both felt very at ease.

Immediately you could see the play room and how very clean, tidy and extremely obvious that child friendly was at the forefoot of their home. We had parked on the drive and the few steps from the front door to the car my husband just said yes.

That was 5 and a half years ago, and I can honestly say that putting Emily in the amazing and attentive care of Louise and Teresa has been the best decision that we have ever made.

Emily now uses the after school club that Loobyloos run, they are all very committed to the roles they have; ensuring the school clubs run smoothly.
Lou is very efficient and the communication is second to none.

Without the after school club I wouldn't be able to work the hours that I do, thanks to the after school club, i don't have to worry about getting to school on time, or Emily being left waiting for me.
I don't need to use the breakfast club, only due to my working hours, but this is generally booked up, which shows how popular it is. There is also the holiday club that Loobyloos run at the school. There is more room for the children and they all share the experiences together as the mix of ages varies.

Emily still gets to see Teresa and is very excited when she does see her. Sometimes we see Teresa out at the shops, Emily runs off and gives her a huge "huggle" which is returned by Teresa. This shows the love and nurture the children receive while at Loobyloos, and how it stays with the children even 5 years on.

As a huge Beatles fan there can only be one Fab Four. Sorry ladies...however Loobyloos are in their own Fab Four league.

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