Reviews for Childminder in Ravensden - Cotton Tails

so helpful

Emma was so helpfully and was willing to try and work around my self so i didnt have to seprate my 2 children but as i my daughters play group couldnt help with extra days i couldnt use emma but she took time to contact my self and answered any questions i had so will always keep her in mind

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by Parent about Cotton Tails on 07/05/2013

Fantastic!

I was left in a situation where my childcare had let me down and had less than a week to find childcare.
My little girl who was than 1 when she started was only upset for about a week and now always smiles when I drop her off and pick her up.
She has even formed a bond with another one of the children and will get excited when I say her name. I have never known my little girl to be happy to go to someone but she loves getting dropped off in the mornings so Emma must be doing something right!
Also my hours sometimes change as I am teacher and sometimes I need Emma to look after my little girl for an extra hour and Emma has always helped out :)
I would highly recommend Emma to any parent looking to going back into work - your child will be well looked after and most of all have fun and learn new skills too!

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by vikkiemm about Cotton Tails on 26/04/2013

Excellent Childminder

I was very apprehensive about going back to work after having my little girl and looking for a childminder was a dread to me. I came across Emma and we arranged a viewing, After seeing Emmas house and learning a little more about her and the way she worked i didnt have to look any further. My daughter started at Emmas and for only a week cried when i left her, now she even calls for Emma when we are at home (this is must be a good sign). Leyla is always happy and cheerful when leaving Emmas and i have not had any problems since Emma started looking after her. I feel Leyla has settled in brilliantly with Emma and is as comfortable there as she would be at home, i Also think they have both formed a bond that you would with a relative which is lovely to see. Emma takes the children to the farm and toddler group once a week which i was impressed with as i wasnt expecting this. She has a very good connection with the children and they know what is and is not allowed resulting in a well behaved and calm environment for the children.There has been many times that i have needed Emma to have Leyla a little later than usual which wasnt a problem, so flexibility is another of Emmas positives. Overall i am very very pleased that i chose Emma to take care of my daughter and would highly recommend her to any other parent/guardian looking for a childminder.

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by Parent about Cotton Tails on 09/04/2013

Brilliant Childminder

I have offered Emma as a childminder to friends who have had to return to work with confidence. I have had Emma have my little girl. My little girl settled with Emma very well and she helped her settle in with the other children doing little group activites to suit all their ages at home and in the community. It really supported my daughter with being without my company as she was very clingy and didnt like going to anyone else but Emma would always have something for her to do on arrival to pre-occupy her for her to settle as i left this made it easier for me also.

Emma kept me up to date what was going on with her through the day and the activities she was doing. Emma is so great with children and all the children in her care are happy and enjoying their time with her. Thank you for the time you had Amy with you and i would definatly use you again should i require childcare support again x x x Regards Jackie.

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by Parent about Cotton Tails on 06/07/2012

Fantastic Childminder

Due to a change in my job i needed to find a childminder who was flexable, friendly and proffesional.

Emma was recommended to me through a work college who's child had already been visiting Emma on a regular basis

Emma instantly made my son feel welcome in her home and our first initial meeting was warm and friendly. Emma had every aspect of my son's childcare and development covered and i instantly felt comfortable with my son being in Emma's care

My son has always enjoyed extra curricular activities and Emma imbraces this. Emma is flexiable and reliable and happy to pick my son up at various diffent times after school so he can continue to enjoy his activities. Due to the hours of my employment Emma is also keen to helpmy son whith any homework he may have which means we get some quality time together when we get home.

Enmma is also flexiable with her time and on a number of occasions has looked after my son when i have needed to stay at work late and is always happy to help me when its needed

My son is extreamly happy with Emma and often comes home with things he has made including cards and cakes, we also have some lovely sunflowers in the back garden which Emma and my son grew together from a seed.

Emma is a fantastic childminder and a warm caring person and i would be happy to recommend her to anybody who may need a chilcare provider. I am gratefull that i can relax in the knowledge that throughout my sons schooling he can be looked after and enjoy his afternoons after school with somebody who has a terrific work ethic and always treats my son with a caring and atentive attitude.

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by Parent about Cotton Tails on 03/07/2012

Amazing Childminder

Emma is amazing shes so good with my little girl who is 13months,
lily's been with emma since she was 6months old, i was so worried to leave her at such a young age but as soon as i met emma she made me and lily feel so welcome into her home and lily bonded with her straight away.

emma gives each child there own book to take home at the end off each day so you no what theyve done,and how theyve been though the day.i find it so helpfull as you can see how your childs been.

emma also does alot off different activities each week ,over the last few months my little girl has really enjoyed going to the farm, planted her own sunflower,and made a lovley father day gifts and last week lily met some baby owls which she really loved.

I would strongly recommend emma to anyone who is looking for a very good childminder it was the best thing iv done

thankyou so much emma for the best childcare
lilys looking forward to spending the next 3year with you untill she set off to big school.xxx