Highfive's Reviews

Out of this World

Words cannot express how lucky I feel to have found Sharon and to have her looking after my daughter. I never dreamt that I would feel this level of confidence in leaving my child with anyone other than family but Sharon has surpassed all my expectations and both myself and my daughter are extremely happy.
The care and support she provides are outstanding and I know that Sharon has my daughter's very best interests at heart at all times. I have watched her blossom under Sharon's love and guidance and she is so excited to arrive at Sharon's house in the morning.
We are eternally grateful Sharon and look forward to many more years of sharing our daughter's memory making, with you.

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by Isamegte about Highfive on 05/01/2015

Response by Highfive on 06/01/2015:

Thanks so much, it's lovely to know how you feel. Thanks for sharing your gorgeous girl with us.

The childminder you always dream of finding

Sharon has been looking after our twins for 6 months and we are absolutely delighted with the care and support she has given not only them, but also us! She has also provided useful tips on how to handle my 4 year old's challenging behaviour, which I have found invaluable. Thanks you Sharon!

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by Parent about Highfive on 23/07/2014

Response by Highfive on 25/07/2014:

You're so welcome. It's lovely to hear you're happy, that's all that matters xx

excellent childminder

Sharon is one in a million! My son started at 4months old he is now nearly 10months. She is totally brilliant in everyway. Highly recommend.

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by Parent about Highfive on 19/12/2013

Response by Highfive on 05/01/2014:

Thanks for taking the time to write your review it's so very much appreciated xxxx

Highly recommended, excellent childcare

Our son has been with Auntie Sharon for about four months now. Harry absolutely loves his time there and he's been made to feel like part of the family. Consequently, it's meant as a mum I've been able to focus on integrating myself back into work, whilst knowing he's in a safe, loving environment.

We were apprehensive about choosing the right childcare for Harry as he's our world. However, from the moment we met Sharon we knew she was the right person to care for our little boy. As others have said here, she provides much more than care, she really nurtures him and supports his development. From the daily diary updates we receive online, we can tell she already knows his personality as well as we do and it's lovely being able to read about everything he's been up to, which means we don't feel as though we're missing out.

We love the fact that Sharon makes sure Harry is continually stimulated and often takes him out on lovely trips. The homemade food was an important factor for us and Harry absolutely loves it! We both always look forward to coming home each evening and reading about what he's been doing as well as the delicious food he's been eating at Sharon's.

Due to the time and care Sharon took to to get to know Harry, as well as her calm and loving manner, he settled in quickly and every morning he arrives with a great big smile as we pull up at her house.

All in all we thrilled to have Sharon looking after our precious little boy and can't recommend her highly enough.

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by Amycuthb about Highfive on 15/12/2013

Response by Highfive on 05/01/2014:

Thanks so much for your review Amy and thanks for sharing Harry with us xxxx

Fantastic, supportive childminder

Sharon has been looking after my son for just over six months now and I still can't quite believe how lucky we have been to find her! Noah loves his auntie Sharon and really enjoys the days he spends with her. Sharon is loving and patient and provides much more than care for Noah while I am at work, she is focused on the individual needs of each child in her care and supports development and learning at the same time as making them feel very secure and much loved. Sharon also provides much needed support for me as a first time mum, explaining the different stages that Noah is going through and how he reacts to play and other children. Last but not least is the incredible food that Sharon provides, I am usually very envious when I read his diary at the end of the day! I don't quite know how she does it but I do know we would be lost without her!

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by Parent about Highfive on 19/10/2012

Response by Highfive on 22/10/2012:

I'm so pleased you're happy. I love sharing the pictures with you showing you all the things we get up to in the day! Noah's settling really well, and I'm enjoying seeing him grow and develop with his little friends! xxxx

Absolutely excellent!

My daughter has been with Auntie Sharon for a month now following my return to work, however it feels as though Eleanor has already become an integral part of her family and her a part of ours! The whole experience from the day we met her has been thorough and reassuring (making my return to work easy) and the attention Sharon gives to our daughter's needs is second to none. She is calm, patient, loving, provides fabulous home cooked meals that I can only aspire to and undertakes such a wide range of activities with Eleanor that she comes home exhausted! Sharon is more than a carer, she actively encourages Eleanor's development in a fun and inspiring way. She also provides excellent, timely and constructive feedback and information to us so we don't feel as though we are missing out on Eleanor's achievements and experiences, and we all pull together in the same direction for Eleanor's benefit. I can't praise Sharon enough and would highly recommend her. We are very lucky to have her!!

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by sholley about Highfive on 03/10/2012

Response by Highfive on 05/10/2012:

Thank you Sara for a lovely review, I'm so glad you're happy. Your kind words are very much appreciated xxx

A comprehensive childcare package

We looked at several options before we chose Sharon to look after our son Henry. We preferred the smaller and more personal family home environment that she had to offer. From the start Sharon was welcoming, friendly, professional and extremely supportive throughout the childcare process. We particularly like the way she keeps us informed at all times whilst she is caring for our son and keeps us involved at all levels of decision making. She has been very patient with Henry and has managed to persuade him to try new foods which has been helpful at home. Henry gets very excited when it's time to go to her house and this in no small part due to the very loving attitude she has towards him. We are happy to recommend her as a childminder to any other parents who may feel daunted by the childcare process. Sharon has given us a comprehensive package and we are still finding nice surprises inside.

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by Parent about Highfive on 06/02/2012

Response by Highfive on 21/02/2012:

Thank you so very much.

Amazing!

Leaving my little girl with Auntie Sharon was easy, I felt confident and comfortable with Sharon as soon as we introduced her to Ellen, who thrived in her loving care. Ellen was soon weaned onto amazing healthy food, Sharon even shared recipies with me so Ellen was getting similar food at home. More than this sharon became a much loved friend to me too. She was supportive and caring and helped me get back too work.

If you have a chance to have Sharon as your childminder grasp it with both hands, she is amazing in every way you really can't get better anywhere.

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by RSH Elle about Highfive on 20/11/2011

Response by Highfive on 21/11/2011:

Thank you Sarah for taking the time to write a review. You are much loved too xx

Simply the Best

Auntie Sharon was the first person I contacted from the list of childminders provided by our Local Authority who met my criteria and as soon as I met her I knew she was the perfect person to look after my first born.

Auntie Sharon is a very loving and caring person who provided Ben with a safe and healthy environment for over three years. Auntie Sharon tracked my sons development in many different ways including a daily logbook to help us feel included in his daily activities.

We had no reservation in then placing our second child with Auntie Sharon two years later.

We highly recommend Auntie Sharon to any one who is looking for the best care possible for their child.

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by Parent about Highfive on 01/11/2011

Response by Highfive on 03/11/2011:

Thanks Jo xxx

The best!

Sharon looked after my daughter for four and a half years and choosing her was the best decision I could have made. She provided Charlotte with the love and attention she needed whilst I was at work and my daughter reminisces fondly about the lovely time she had at 'Auntie Sharons'. I can't recommend her highly enough - she always went that extra mile to help and I quite honestly couldn't have carried on working if it hadn't been for her constant support.

I thoroughly recommend her to any parents looking for loyalty and top notch childcare.

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by Parent about Highfive on 12/08/2011