When we first started our childminding journey with our children, I found it very difficult to imagine leaving my child with a stranger. We met several childminders, but Dawn was the only person I could truly picture caring for my children. She immediately gave me confidence and has completely proved to us that childminders can be the best option for young children.

Dawn has looked after both our daughter and our son wonderfully, and we have been extremely happy with the care she provides. She always plans fantastic activities for the children, both indoors and outdoors, and the days are full, varied and engaging. She is brilliant at supporting their development, including gross and fine motor skills, counting, recognising letters and learning through play.

The children regularly go to playgroups, parks, picnics and meet-ups with other childminders, which gives them lots of social interaction and new experiences. Also, my children always come home having finished everything in their lunchboxes, including the fruit and vegetables, which I’m very grateful for as they come home happy and not grumpy.

Whenever we see the photos and updates of what the children have been up to during the day, me and my husband always end up saying, “I want to go to Dawn’s too!” 🙂 She creates such a fun, caring and engaging environment for the children.

Dawn is warm, attentive and genuinely caring, and the children truly enjoy going to her. She keeps us updated with photos from the day and messages about what they have been doing, which is always very reassuring. Her communication is clear, friendly and reliable.

We feel very lucky to have found Dawn and would highly recommend her to any family looking for a caring, trustworthy and engaging childminder.

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