Annice's Reviews
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I cannot recommend Pauline highly enough. Choosing someone to care for your child is one of the biggest decisions you'll make as a parent, and from the very beginning, Pauline made that decision so easy. She is absolutely deserving of her 5-star rating and has exceeded every expectation we had.
Our son spent a wonderful period of his early years with Pauline, and we genuinely couldn't have asked for a more loving, caring and dedicated childminder. He adored her so much that he called her "Nanny Pauline," which perfectly sums up the special bond they built together. Every morning he was excited to go to her house, and every evening he came home happy, full of stories and eager to tell us about his day. As parents, there is no greater reassurance than knowing your child feels safe, loved and excited to be where they are.
One of the things that really sets Pauline apart is the incredible variety of outings and experiences she provides. She doesn't just look after children – she gives them opportunities to learn, explore and experience the world around them. Throughout his time with her, our son enjoyed regular trips to local farms, soft play centres, children's centres, and toddler groups, as well as attending toddler parties and seasonal events. These outings helped him build confidence, develop social skills and make lots of lovely friendships with other children. It was wonderful knowing he wasn't simply spending his days indoors, but was constantly being encouraged to explore, play, learn and interact with others in different environments.
Pauline also plans lots of fun and engaging activities at home. When the weather was hot they would have fun in the pool, and the fantastic garden, very child friendly. with a variety of toys. Whether it was arts and crafts, sensory play, reading stories, messy play or outdoor activities, every day was varied and stimulating. She clearly puts so much thought into making learning enjoyable while supporting each child's development through play.
She has also been an incredible support with important developmental milestones. She worked closely with us during our son's potty-training journey, providing consistency, patience and encouragement, which made such a difference. Our son was also a very fussy eater, and Pauline never gave up encouraging him to try new foods. She was patient, supportive and always communicated with us about what he had eaten and how he was progressing. Her partnership with parents is something we really valued.
Communication has always been outstanding. Pauline kept us updated about his day, his activities, his achievements sending pictures which was always lovely to see and anything we needed to know.
Another quality that really stood out was her flexibility. Life as a parent can sometimes be unpredictable, and Pauline was always understanding, accommodating and willing to help wherever she could. Nothing ever seemed too much trouble, and she genuinely cared about supporting not just our son, but our whole family.
Most importantly, Pauline treated our son like one of her own. He was cared for with so much kindness, patience and affection that leaving him each day was never difficult. We always knew he was safe, happy and loved.
As our son now moves on to nursery, it's emotional saying goodbye because Pauline has been such an important part of his life. The confidence, independence and social skills he has developed during his time with her are a credit to the care and dedication she has shown every single day.
If you are looking for a childminder who is warm, trustworthy, experienced, nurturing and genuinely passionate about helping children thrive, then I honestly don't think you could find anyone better than Pauline. We will always be grateful for everything she has done for our family, and I would recommend her without hesitation to any parent looking for exceptional childcare.
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Pauline Housen
(Childminder) on 28/07/2026