consuelo's Reviews
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(5 from 8 reviews)
Consuelo cared for our daughter from the age of 11 months to 2.5 years. We carefully selected her after seeing around five others and knew from the outset that she would provide the best possible care for our daughter - and that she did.
Our daughter loved attending this setting and flourished with the activities and opportunities on offer. These were always varied and aligned with best practice for Early Years children. As teachers ourselves we recognised the dedication and thought that Consuelo gave to planning a wide variety of learning experiences. These included cookery, development of fine and gross motor skills, language development, teamwork and problem solving. The children were always engaged in something different each day, from childminder groups to the park/library and soft play. Her curriculum covers topical themes such as Chinese New Year. She fosters independence and encourages a varied, healthy diet by providing delicious home cooked meals.
She maintained excellent communication with us through the day via photos and messages on WhatsApp and a detailed log of each day on the Tapestry platform.
Her daughter Valentina is excellent with the children, providing a good role model when playing with them.
She is well qualified and keeps up to date with training that is both mandatory and of interest to her.
I would highly recommend her to any parent.
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Consuelo is truly an outstanding chilminder who has her whole heart in what she is doing.
She looked after my 1,5 year old son for over 6 months and from the very first moment it was obvious that I chose the perfect childminder for my son. He has developed several skills under her care and loved going to her setting.
Consuelo is not in this for the money, childcare is truly her passion!
Consuelo was flexible and stood by us during some very tough times, helping me out as a single mum whenever she could. She was an absolute blessing. She always went the extra mile for us.
Sadly we are moving from the area, and our next childminder will have VERY big shoes to fill!
We sincerely love Consuelo and will miss her dearly.
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We’ve had peace of mind with our son’s care over the past two years because Consuelo truly is a passionate childminder, professional, caring, generous and understanding. She has provided a warm and assuring environment, nutritious meals, a variety of fun and developmental activities in and out doors, she maintains high standards of hygiene in her home and she has been precautious during the Covid-19 pandemic.
She’s also captured moments that she shares so we’ve not missed out on those lovely moments. It’s been a bonus for us since she is fluent in French encouraging our son with familiar words. We are also grateful for her tips when we needed them.
Our son has certainly enjoyed every day in her care and we are saddened that the time has come to move on. For parents looking for reliable childcare, we recommend looking no further!
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Consuelo is a wonderful childminder. She has looked after my son for the past two years, and has been caring, enthusiastic, flexible, and has helped us out so many times over and above.
She is very organised, and as well as caring and playing with the children she ensures that they are developing in line with the early years curriculum. She does lots of activities with them - both craft and games at her lovely home and with outings. Although these have been limited to the different parks around the area, prior to COVID she would also take them to playgroups and other outings. We are very sad that our time with Consuelo has come to an end, and would recommend her very highly!
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Our son has been in Consuelo’s care for the last two years and has thrived there. He took a long time to settle in as he has a very strong bond with myself. She was patient and consoling and eventually he settled and grew day by day in confidence.
When deciding on care for him, I preferred the smaller surrounding of a childminder for my little one and I think this has beared fruit and built his confidence, learnt to take turns and share and he leaves Consuelo completely potty trained, dressing himself and putting on his own shoes.
Her house is always immaculate, with a great selection of toys and garden filled with lovely activities. She cooks wonderful organic meals for them and they are given a freshly squeezed juice on arrival.
Daily she plans an outing, whether it been the woods, library, museums or the playground so they get some fresh air and exercise. At the end of each day we are given a comprehensive report on his days activities and accomplishments and great photos to keep.
We are sad to say goodbye but our little boy is growing up and has to move on but I am sure we will keep in touch as there is now a huge bond and I daily get advice from my son on what Consuelo would do in this or that instance.
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My daughter has been with Consuelo for nearly 2 years now, from when she was 18 months. She took some time to settle because she was and still is quite attached to myself (mum) but Consuelo has always been so patient and tries to put her at ease every morning. She understands that every child is different and tries to work out the best solution for the child.
My daughter has particular needs, because she has multiple food allergies and she used to suffer from bad eczema, but nothing was ever too much. Consuelo always applied the necessary creams and administered medication when necessary. In addition, she provides such lovely and healthy meals and snacks throughout the day, whilst taking into account her food allergies. She plans her meals for the week always in advance which is varied and nutritious.
The children in her care enjoy trips to many places, including play groups, different parks, farms, so has plenty of outdoor time, and otherwise spend their time doing different activities, playing in the garden and arts and crafts in her home. Her setting is beautiful, a very warm and welcoming house with plenty to do for the children. She shares her home with her husband and young daughter, who are also very friendly and are very much part of her team.
Consuelo respects the child's routine at home, and tries to stick to it as best as she can. They will nap when then need to and play and rest as necessary. In addition, my daughter completed her potty training last summer, splitting her time at home and at Consuelo's, and was out of nappies before she was 2.5 years, which would obviously not have happened without her help.
I wanted my daughter to be looked after by a childminder rather than a nursery during her early years because I wanted her to grow with a small group of children in a familiar setting, rather than being overwhelmed. This is exactly what was provided and more. She has learned very important skills before joining nursery and has grown to be a very independent and empathetic child because of her time at Consuelo's; she can wash her hands before eating, ask to go to the toilet, put her shoes and jacket on, share any toys or wait her turn, as well as all the fun stuff like singing songs, drawing, painting, making crafts, dancing, and just having a laugh.
Consuelo is the most organised and hard-working person I know. She loves the children in her care and she is practically like a second mother to my children. When I had my second child, there was absolutely no doubt in my mind that Consuelo would also be her childminder too. I can't recommend her highly enough to other parents and carers.
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Our daughter has been with Consuelo for two years. She is now 3. Consuelo has been a blessing to the family. She is very kind and thoughtful. Our daughter has developed brilliantly under her care.
Consuelo makes sure the kids engage in different activities both indoors and outdoors. E.g Arts and crafts, playgroups, visiting the zoo, parks, playground etc. She also prepares freshly made organic foods for the kids and promotes a healthy lifestyle.
Consuelo is very open and trustworthy. She constantly provides us with assurance that our daughter is in a safe, caring and happy environment.
We now have a second child and we don't think we could use anyone else now knowing a childminder like Consuelo. Highly recommended!
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I have been very happy with the care that my son has received from Consuelo.
She provides a wide range of activities indoor as well as outdoor.
They had different activities everyday.
Her house is bright and clean and very welcoming with many toys available as well as a garden with toys.
What I liked the most is the fact that she is extremely well organised. She took good care of my son and looked after him like her own child.
My son was in a safe, happy and positive environment.
He gained more confidence in French as well as nursery rhymes in English.
I would recommend Consuelo as a great and reliable childminder.
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