My daughter has been with Helen full-time since she was 9 months old (she was 2 in April 2017) and we have seen her thrive in the stimulating and caring environment Helen provides. What I really liked in deciding to go with Helen on my return to work is the knowledge that much of the day is spent "out and about" at various local groups with other children and child-minders versus a nursery setting with only very limited periods outdoors. Helen keeps me updated on how the day is going and it's wonderful to receive daily online reports, with photographs, on the amazing activities. I can rely on her to work with me (and give me valuable advice!) on making a joint plan of approach to tackle various developmental stages - napping, weaning from the dummy, walking, potty training, discipline .. we truly are a "united front!". Helen makes sure that each individual's child's needs are considered and catered for (for example we've discovered my daughter is Gluten Intolerant and Helen goes above and beyond to think about how to keep things fun for her at meal times). The different age ranges and interests are also considered when planning activities and there is such a variety I don't know where she gets the energy from! Helen is approachable, flexible and incredibly generous with the children - my daughter trots off so happily and can't wait to meet her friends that it makes it easy for me to transition back to work. I would have no hesitation in recommending Helen to anyone or providing further references.

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