Syeda's Reviews
Childminder
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Average Rating:
(5 from 37 reviews)
Our daughter started with Syeda when she was 9 months and the only reason why we're leaving her care, is due to a relocation out of the country... If we could take Syeda with us, we would!
From the moment, our daughter started with her, we knew she was in a safe and caring environment. Each morning, she is welcomed by Syeda with a big smile and open arms, ready for a cuddle or high five (depending on our daughter's mood).
It's surprisingly easy to leave our daughter. It's the knowing that she will be having a great time playing and learning along with the other children, where the daily activities are assessed and set accordingly, and where her development is individually monitored and evaluated. There is so much planning that goes into each day's activities but Syeda makes it seem a breeze.
Syeda is so warm and genuine. It is very clear to see that she has an exceptional talent in the care and development of children.
If you're able to get your child into her care, I can guarantee you will feel the same and be counting yourself to be among the lucky ones.
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Our son joined Syeda aged 1 after a friend recommended her. We felt so lucky to have found such a wonderful childminder - she is kind, caring, and our son was very quick to settle in there, even though it was his first time in childcare.
Syeda has been great at updating us on our son’s day, and he is always busy with fun activities, enjoying lots of creative play, outings and time in the garden.
We’ve had to leave because we have moved house and are no longer in the area, but we have already recommended Syeda to a couple of friends and feel very lucky that our first experience of childcare was so positive. Anyone sending their child to Syeda can be confident that they will be happy, safe, and genuinely cared about.
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Our daughter started with Syeda around her first birthday and is now two and a half. I found nursery environments never felt quite right, and after going through the first lockdown together I worried about settling her outside the home.
Syeda is truly a very special person with a real gift for childcare. We have always felt so happy to send our daughter to her and very lucky that we found her. She is caring and loving, makes the children feel safe, and also helps them to learn and discover the world. She knows all the children in her care so well, and will often say things to us about our daughter, that show us just how individually she engages with each of them.
A sure sign of how much we love Syeda - we have recommended her to local friends whose children have now also been with her for some time. We can’t recommend her highly enough!
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Our daughter has been going to Syeda's since she was 11 months old. She is now about to turn 3 years. From the start Syeda's loving and fun environment has been a place where she is happy. She has always been excited to go to Syeda's home and for me as a parent I feel so lucky I have never had to worry about her whilst I have been at work.
Syeda is so knowledgeable about childcare but the attention she provides is individual and loving.
I have no idea how she manages it but our daughter will only nap with her and from the very start she was sleeping happily with syeda ( whilst we were struggling!).
We have noticed her develop in her language and confidence and I believe a large part of this comes from Syeda.
We recently had another baby and Syeda supported our daughter with the emotions of becoming a big sister.
Syeda has provided support to us as parents negotiating milestones through her advice and experience. She is always calm and thoughtful.
Our daughter has made great friends at Syeda's who she talks about all the time. She is independent and confident in social situations. I believe that this is great preperation for starting school or nursery.
I can't recommend Syeda enough!
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We adore Syeda. Our son has been with her since September 2020, when he was 2 1/2. He was previously at a nursery but left there in March 2020 when London went in to lockdown and we were happy to have an excuse to leave. We were delighted to find Syeda and only wish we'd found her sooner, but he's now 3 1/2 and about to start pre-school so very sadly it's time to move on. Syeda provides such a warm and loving environment. When she greets the children it's so warm and heartfelt, and if they need comforting she gives them proper cuddles! She really treats them all as individuals - makes such an effort to understand their likes and dislikes, and when she communicates their needs to us as parents you can feel how much she cares. Our son loves the activities they do together - it's a lovely creative mix of play and learning - and he really enjoys going over to the playground in London Fields with his friends. Syeda is so generous and patient, whilst setting all the right boundaries. Our son loves going there and has developed hugely. Potty training was a breeze because Syeda was so gentle and encouraging with him. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Syeda - we will miss her greatly.
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My overall experience with Syeda was very good. I started to look for a childminder when my daughter was around 9months old. Looking for a childminder as a first time mom was a stressful experience as I wanted to make sure my daughter was in good care. I was very worried that I wasn’t going to find a good carer after interviewing a few until I meant Syeda.
Right away I was impressed when I stepped into her house. Her setting felt very safe for my daughter to play in and Syeda showed me her portfolio of fun activities she does with children. She seemed very organized and structured and well-experienced. I was so happy she had availability.
It didn’t take long for my daughter to like Syeda as well. During her settling in, she did cry but she was well settled in with Syeda in no time and got comfortable being with her. Honestly every time and till this day when I bring her to Syeda’s house in the morning, her face lit up and a huge smile is on her face when she see her door. It’s like it is one of her favourite places to go to.
As a first time mom going back to work, I’m grateful Syeda became my daughter’s childminder. I know she is in good hands. I’m very happy she does daily activities with my daughter, such as playing in the park, go the library children’s museum and visit the children centre.
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Sending our son to Syeda was the best decision we could have made . When I first went to meet Syeda , she was so warm and listened to my needs . As a first time mum I was so nervous to leave my child with someone, but I knew from meeting Syeda that she would care for him the way my family would . He met so many wonderful friends and each day he would be entertained and encouraged . His interacting and social skills and his confidence soared in her care.
Syeda and her team have become our second family in London. Max, my son, adored his time with Syeda, Angema and Irene . They are wonderful with the children and Syeda's house is full of colour , laughter and love . If you are looking for a childminder who nurtures , cares and encourages your child then Syeda and her team are the best .
Thank you.
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I have up until very recently used Syeda’s childcare service for my son.
Syeda is an absolutely amazing, caring and thoughtful childminder and her team are very supportive and nice. Although my son was attending childcare only twice a week for a period of 10 months, the development of different skills was noticeable every time he came back home. The variety of creative and educational activities included outdoor games, different painting techniques (we have lots of drawings hanging on the wall now), role play, crafts, singing and many more..
My son is very attached to me so I had fear in the beginning with regards to childminding, but Syeda managed to find a way to calm his stress and also comforted me.
Also, the connection between parents and the team was excellent. We received daily feedback on our son’s achievements. We absolutely enjoy the photo book that was personally made for every child. Syeda is tracking child’s progress and suggests suitable activity to develop more and more skills. During special occasions e.g Christmas, Birthday, she made an extra effort to do some really sweet presents.
We trust Syeda, since she is very experienced and reliable and would definitely recommend her to others.
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Our son was in Syeda's care for one year & eight months; starting when he was 10 months old.
Syeda was incredibly supportive during the delicate first few weeks & we were so happy & pleased at how quickly Stanley settled with her & the setting.
We were very, very happy with the care that Syeda provided. She has a true & deep affection for all the children in her care & that coupled with her professional & organised routine meant that Stanley was very safe & happy.
Syeda provides a wealth of activities, all of which are fun, creative, enjoyable & educational.
The children regularly spend time outside & even do crafts & art in the garden.
She manages their relationships well & the children all enjoy each other's company too.
There is a good balance of activities.
We regularly received feedback from Syeda, on a daily basis about how Stanley has been that day & key information about food, drink, nappies, sleep & particular things that he has enjoyed.
We also received a monthly folder with photographs & observations that have been made. Everything was well organised & clearly presented. It is a wonderful memory of his time there & us & family have thoroughly enjoyed seeing Stanley's progress.
Syeda also goes above & beyond to help the parents & children bond by holding get togethers with other parents, her own family & cooking spectacular food!
We are very grateful for the care & affection that Syeda gave to Stanley & would highly recommend her.
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We immediately felt at ease when we first visited Syeda and our instict proved us right. Our son settled very quickly in her routine and Syeda's affection towards him meant he always felt loved and protected in her care. She looked after him for over a year and we never had any problems throughout the whole time. Hektor almost found a second family at her home.
Syeda and her team were always very friendly but also very professional following protocol and communicating very effectively.
A track record with pictures of what Hektor had been up to was gathered and it is great to keep that as a memory. Her setting is intimate and warm which is great for that age but has all the resources necessary for plenty of activities. Hektor grew to be a confident and happy toddler and Syeda contributed to that greatly. I highly recommend her!
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