Jenny McAlan's Reviews

Amazing

Most warming welcoming person. So happy I found Jenny my little girl loves going. Jenny is just a home from home for my little girl I knew it was the right choice when I met her. Couldn’t recommend Jenny enough.

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by Amy about Jenny McAlan on 18/11/2022

Amazing!!

Jenny’s is currently caring for my 3rd child. When I was looking for childcare for my first 5years ago, I knew as soon as we met she was perfect.
She was calm, caring and welcoming. She was very flexible and helped my little girl settle quickly.
Having known Jenny now for 5 years and she minded all 3 of my children I am extremely grateful for all she has done for us.

Her knowledge and experience is excellent, especially as my 3 have a dairy allergy. Jenny takes things like this in her stride.

Not having all of my family living near by, she makes going to work so much easier.
Home from home is definitely what her setting is.

Thank you. ❤️

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by Caroline about Jenny McAlan on 13/11/2022

Extraordinary

Our little girl has been going to Jenny's for months now and we genuinely couldn't manage without her!

Initially we found her when I was pregnant and we met with her when our little girl was a few months old. We did A LOT of research and felt she was the most qualified and experienced in our area. I felt like arranging childcare for my eventual return to work was just something that needed to be done and I assumed I'd feel really anxious about having to leave her. I was shocked to find that after the first time we met Jenny, I was actually excited to take my little girl there as I knew she'd love it and be well looked after.

One of the biggest reasons we chose Jenny is her calm, relaxed attitude towards caring for the children. I can only assume that comes from all the years experience she has! You can tell the children are really a part of her extended family and she talks about them with such pride.

Jenny was so accommodating when I asked if we could increase the days our daughter goes, in line with work commitments. I am so glad that our girl gets to go more frequently, because she loves it! Jenny and her have such a lovely bond.

Everyone tells you that you need a village when you have a baby, but, unfortunately our friends and family do not live near us. Jenny has become our village and we couldn't ask for more!

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by LJT about Jenny McAlan on 07/11/2022

Amazing

My 2.5 yr old little girl has been going since September 2021, and I can honestly say she loves being there. She gets up every morning looking forward to go. Jen is the most heartwarming, welcoming person and her environment is such a loving, caring space for her. She has come on so well and Jen does everything she can for her. I really wish she could stay here for ever.

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by Lily L about Jenny McAlan on 02/11/2022

Couldn't ask for more

I looked at different childminders before coming to Jenny and none made me feel more relaxed than she did about putting my son in her care when I returned to work.

My little boy loves going there and I love dropping him off knowing that he is getting everything he needs both developmentally and emotionally. I am updated on how my son is doing all the time and nothing is too much to ask.

My personal circumstances changed after my son started with Jenny and not only has she supported my son through a big change in his life she had also supported me, something I will forever be grateful for. This to me is very important to have a comfortable and understanding relationship with your childcare provider.

The setting is perfect for little ones and is very family orientated, being called 'home from home' could not be a more fitting name because that is exactly what it is.

I have nothing but positive words to say about Jenny and also Hannah her assistant!

Thank you so much for everything.

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by Abbey about Jenny McAlan on 01/05/2019

Invaluable

Our little girl started at Home from Home Childminding in Feb 2018. I came across Jenny on childcare.co.uk whilst pregnant and not long after our little girl was born we visited. As soon as we met Jenny, Hannah and saw the interactions with the children, we knew instantly that our baby girl wouldn’t be going anywhere else. I can’t put into words the feeling other than to say when you know you know, It really is the hardest thing to do to leave your whole world in the trust of someone else. Both Jenny and Hannah truly understand and value the enormity that this is for each parent and do all they can to make the transition as smooth as possible for both child and parent. Jenny and Hannah don’t operate a ‘one size fits all’ but a supportive homely learning environment which is exactly why we chose a childminder over a nursery and subsequently, Home from Home Childminding. We receive regular updates, photos, crafts, favourite toys/books to loan, developmental updates, the list is endless. Jenny, Hannah and their families are a true extended family to all the children who attend and we wouldn’t have it any other way. We couldn’t be happier at all the learning, love and laughter our little girl has whilst in Jenny’s care. THANK YOU X

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by Hanner about Jenny McAlan on 08/01/2019

Amazing

My little boy has been with Jenny since July and has come on so well already I was struggling getting him to walk or even crawl but since he's been at Jenny's he picked up so quick. Also worried about leaving him after going back to work but Jenny made sure I was at ease and text me pictures and let me know how he was getting on. There always doing something fun and my little boy absolutely loves going to Jenny's. Couldn't recommend Jenny highly enough always supportive and gives helpful advice x

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by Rebsmith about Jenny McAlan on 08/01/2019

Exceptional care

Jenny is absolutely fantastic. She provides a loving, safe, friendly and exciting environment for my little boy. My little boy dances on the doorstep whenever we go to Jenny's house, eager to get inside and see what interesting activities and delicious food she has prepared for him! Jenny always puts the needs of each child first, treating them as individuals at all times. At the end of each day, Jenny spends time with me to discuss what my little boy has been doing, how he has been feeling and how he has progressed with his learning - unlike a lot of settings where there is no time to share this much detail. Jenny always provides a wide range of educational activities, to name but a few; baking, cutting and sticking, music, dance, painting, nature walks in the park, trips to local singing groups etc. My little boy has a wonderful time and is always provided with balanced, nutritional meals (and usually has second helpings as he loves the food so much!). I am extremely impressed with the care and learning experiences that Jenny provides for my little boy, firstly as a Mum, but also as a Specialist Speech and Language Therapist. My little boy's attention, social skills and language skills have blossomed since he started going to Jenny's house.

Jenny always goes above and beyond what is expected of a childminder, and is incredibly flexible. We recently moved house and Jenny was able to look after my baby girl for the morning, at very short notice. This shows how flexible and understanding Jenny is.

I feel incredibly lucky to have found Jenny, as our family couldn't cope without her!

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by Sarah ES about Jenny McAlan on 08/12/2013

truly amazing!!

My daughter started to go to jennys last september as I work with children kyself I know how hard it would be to leave my own child. I however am truly grateful to jenny as my little girl loves going and I can see she really enjoys it which makes me feel so much better knowing im going to work but shes having just as much fun if not more being with jenny through the day. Jenny provides excellect care and quality for all children she cares for with a wide range of fun and exciting activities to help children grow and develop. My daughter has made lots of new friends and i have enjoyed getting to know the parents which jenny encourages which is a lovely idea. Jenny is a must for any parent looking for a new childminder within this area.

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by Parent about Jenny McAlan on 05/08/2013

Fantastic

Jenny is an outstanding child minder and my son adores her. He is always happy to be in her care and he comes home content and chilled out. Jenny is always taking him on little trips to soft play centres and parks and she had an amazing range of toys for kids to play with that develop their skills. I couldn't ask for better care for my son.

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by Parent about Jenny McAlan on 08/01/2013