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Outstanding

We feel so lucky to have found Simeone and to have got a place for our little girl with her.

Simeone has been amazing, especially during a difficult period when our little girl was struggling with eating and sleeping. She worked with us to help get a consistent routine in place between home and childminding, and her experience and advice were a huge help to us as parents. She has always been so supportive and willing to go that extra mile.

We love getting regular photos and updates throughout the day, which are always lovely to see. Even when our little girl has been unwell and hasn’t been able to attend for a few days, Simeone has checked in to see how she is doing. It’s little things like this that show just how much she genuinely cares.

Our little girl is always so happy going to Simeone’s in the mornings, and honestly, dropping her off feels like leaving her with her own granny. There is no better feeling than knowing your child is happy and being so well looked after when you can’t be with them yourself.

Simeone also has a fantastic garden and so many toys for the children to enjoy. Having viewed a number of nurseries, we were genuinely so impressed with the outdoor space and facilities she offers. She cooks home cooked meals for the children every day and takes them to different groups and activities, so they have lots to do and enjoy.

What we love most about Simeone is how much she cares. She treats all the children like her own and really does go above and beyond for them.

We honestly couldn’t recommend Simeone enough to any parent looking for a kind and trustworthy childminder. We’re so grateful for everything she does for our little girl and for us as a family.

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by Cara on 28/10/2026

Amazing childminder

Simone has looked after our son for 2 years and also looks after our daughter now that I’m back at work after maternity leave. The children absolutely love her - she is warm and caring and takes such good care of them both. She has an incredible garden and so many toys and encourages the children to explore. Simone takes the children to different classes most days and they love being out and about. We get lots of updates and photos and if one of them is unwell, she always checks in to see how they’re doing. She also gives them both dinner (home cooked) and they always eat well. We would thoroughly recommend Simone - if you’re looking for a childminder don’t hesitate to contact her - you won’t regret it!

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by Amy on 22/06/2025

5 Star Childminder

Simone has cared for 2 of my children over the last 6 years. She treats the kids like her own, providing a warm, caring and loving environment. She provides regular updates on what they are up to, such as music classes, park trips or even farm visits. Simone has a huge garden filled with toys, they often play outside and have a great time in the forest area.
Simone has always been there for us when we need her, she has had the kids on unscheduled days and been flexible when we are working late.
I’ve already recommended Simone to a friend whose little one is now happily in her care too!
I Highly recommend Simone to anyone looking for a home from home environment for their little ones.

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by Aimee on 22/06/2025

Great childminder

Simone has looked after both our children, they have been so happy in her care. She really cares about their welfare and the children have fun together, becoming a nice group of friends.

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by Sweetpea on 22/06/2025

Brilliant childminder

We have been really happy with Simone looking after our little boy. She is great at giving the kids variety, whether that’s day trips, classes or playing in her gorgeous garden. Simone is also very kind and caring not only with the kids but also the parents! She has been a great support for us working full time and feels like extended family. I couldn’t recommend her enough!

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by Debbie on 18/06/2025

Out of this world

As a first time mum going back to work when my daughter was 5 months old ,I was very apprehensive. But when we met Simone we knew we had nothing to worry about.
Kind, considerate and professional. Simone makes you feel like an extended member of the family and we know our daughter is safe with her.
Simone takes the children to a wide range of activities aswell as lots of outdoor play. Simone is a fantastic cook with well balanced healthy nutritional meals for the children.
We are so lucky to have met Simone and that she still cares for our daughter now. We would be lost without her and you would be lucky to have such an amazing woman looking after your child

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by Lauren on 15/06/2025

Part of our family

Simone has looked after both of our children for over 5 years, from the age of one all the way through to school pick ups and holidays. We cannot recommend Simone highly enough. If you are looking for a childminder in the Beckenham area, look no further. She has looked after our children like part of her family and she is now part of ours. She has a huge heart, she cares, she is incredibly reliable, flexible, helpful, and genuinely wants to support the children in their development milestones, eating, sleeping, everything that all parents care about, she's on hand to help! Her home is a warm welcome, the garden is fabulous, she takes the children to great activities, they are very well looked after and have made wonderful friends there. I would have no hesitation in recommending Simone to any families wanting a kind and caring childminder.

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by Samantha on 15/06/2025

Home from home childminder

Our family are sadly coming to the end of 6 years with Simone. We feel incredibly lucky that we found her all those years ago and both our children have been able to stay with her until starting school. Sadly, we don’t live close enough to continue with wraparound school care, otherwise we most certainly would.

Simone has given both our children a home from home childcare experience which was the main thing we wanted when we first looking for childcare. She loves the children in her care like they are her own extended family. The days with Simone are always varied with visits to playgrounds or music groups, local parks or day trips out in the school holidays. Simone has a huge range of toys for the children, particularly in her gorgeous garden. She is always looking for new things to get to develop her large collection of toys and activities. Simone makes lovely home cooked meals and encourages the children to explore different foods and flavours.

Going back to work after having children was never going to be easy, but knowing they were with Simone made it easier. Collecting my daughter at the end of the day and hearing her say ‘can I stay a bit longer mummy?’ is a huge credit to Simone and the loving environment she creates in her setting. The children all become good friends and love spending time together.

We can’t thank Simone enough for everything. She’s been such a valued, reliable and constant person in both us and our children, and for that we are so grateful. It will be a sad day in July when we have to say our goodbyes - the end of a wonderful Simone era for our family.

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by Sarah K on 14/06/2025

Home away from home

We honestly can’t say enough wonderful things about Simone – she’s been an absolute gem for our family. Both of our kids are so happy and settled with her; it’s like a second home. She loves them like they’re her own, and the feeling is clearly mutual – they adore her.

They’ve both been with Simone since they were tiny, and over the years they’ve built such a special bond. It’s helped them grow and thrive into the amazing little people they’re becoming. Simone is so nurturing and really supports them at every stage of their development.

She keeps their days full of fun, visiting playgroups and music classes and local outings. The dinners are great- our kids have become fantastic eaters, and we credit so much of that to Simone’s encouragement and lovely home-cooked meals.

Simply put, Simone has been everything we could’ve hoped for – and more. We feel so lucky to have her in our lives.

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by Lexie on 09/06/2025

Wonderful childminder

Simone looked after our son once a week from when he was around 18 months to just recently when he started school- and our daughter for about 9 months- they loved going to her. She took them to a local playgroup which they adored, as well as on various outings. Simone is a vary caring person, who clearly loves the children. I knew they would always be safe and happy in her care. She kept us updated about their progress- with a folder including photos of their development- but also a diary we took home each day letting us know key things about their day- and would send us photos and videos of them too. They also came home with some really beautiful pictures/arts and crafts at times that she had helped them with, which was very sweet! Simone was also very flexible working around my unpredictable work hours, which was much valued. We have had to stop going regularly due to my son beginning school and the logistics being too tricky, but hope to come again during school holidays.

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by Parent on 13/09/2019