Lorraine's Reviews

Brilliant!

We were so lucky to find Lorraine and as soon as we met her we knew she was the right person and the perfect setting for our son.

She has looked after him from my return to maternity leave in 2017 and also my daughter from 2021. We have sadly moved away recently and miss her dearly!

She really knows how to read a child, understand their needs and create a connection. I can't put a value on going to work and never having to worry or have concerns about the kids - just priceless. Lorraine's setting is truly a home away from home and like extended family. She knew how to bond with my super clingy daughter born during Covid times and both children still talk fondly about Lorraine and their friends there. They eat delicious healthy meals, loved playing in her garden and trips to the park, playgroup visits and drawing and learning. She taught them good manners, was instrumental starting potty training for my son and was a complete support while my husband and I juggled our busy jobs and hectic life.

She sent us lots of pictures, provided updates and has been so caring. I can't recommend her enough. She is brilliant!

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by Charlie about Lorraine on 21/07/2022

Response by Lorraine on 21/07/2022:

I miss them both so much, hope I will see you soon. I wish you all the best in your future. Please give them a big hug from me. Thank you for your kind words. It has been a pleasure to have been apart of there lives. XX

Lorraine is amazing

My daughter started at Lorraine’s when she was 11 months old and she is nearly 3. We are only leaving now as we are moving away. Lorraine is a fantastic childminder (and person!) and she has been absolutely amazing with our daughter.

Lorraine is loving and child-centred and put me at ease as soon as I met her and saw her with the children she cared for.

I was so nervous to start back at work but knowing my daughter was with Lorraine was a huge relief. Lorraine sent me pictures and updates regularly and is really good at communicating with the parents of the children she cares for.

She was also very supportive and helped my daughter adjust when I had my second child, and she was very understanding and lovely when we went through potty training!

My daughter loves going to Lorraine’s and we are so sad to be leaving her. I honestly cannot recommend Lorraine enough. We love you and will miss you Lorraine.xx

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by NancyF about Lorraine on 24/06/2021

Response by Lorraine on 24/06/2021:

What a beautiful review, had tears in my eyes while reading. You have become apart of my family and you will all be missed very very much.
Please keep in touch. XX

Lovely Lorraine

Lorraine looked after both my children in holidays and the youngest the rest of the time . She would always take them to lots of fun activities and they really bonded with her. My youngest didn’t even say good bye at the door anymore just ran inside . I wish we could have stayed if my job didn’t changed Sophia misses you lots !!
Definitely recommend

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by Lozz2014 about Lorraine on 04/11/2019

Response by Lorraine on 08/02/2020:

Thank you for the lovely review. Missing you all lots and hope the girls are both doing well. Give them a hug for me.

Lorraine is Amazing!!!

I don't know how she does, but she worked magic with my clingy baby.
As a 1st time mom, i was very confused about childcare options and very nervous about leaving my baby, but Lorraine came highly recommended and she didn't disappoint.
My baby settled right in and she is was very patient with all our varying needs. i can check up on my baby anytime and i get lovely pictures that simply melts my heart.
Thank you Lorraine for looking after Winn. We love you and you are family to us!!!

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by Abimbola about Lorraine on 18/10/2019

Response by Lorraine on 08/02/2020:

Missing my little drama queen. Hope you are all well. Thank you for the lovely words. Hope to see you soon.

Brilliant - 100% reccomend

Lorraine stepped in to look after my 3 yo and 1yo at very late notice and she was fabulous. My children immediately felt comfortable and at home in her company.
It is evident that Lorraine has years of experience with children through her calm demeanour and fun atmosphere.
She is flexible, communicates well and most importantly - great with kids! I would without doubt use Lorraine again.

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by Gillian about Lorraine on 12/10/2018

Response by Lorraine on 23/06/2019:

ThNk you for your kid words. X

We love Lorraine!

I found Lorraine after several disastrous false-starts with nurseries and other childcare settings. She was calm and level-headed when I was struggling to find the right place for my daughter. My toddler took to Lorraine from our very first meeting. Within days she was asking when she would next be going to "'Rain's house". Lorraine is warm, sincere, professional, and very responsive to the needs of each individual child in her care. It is clear that she genuinely loves her work - surprisingly rare in my experience. She has been a total God-send for our family and I can't recommend her highly enough.

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by LKTB about Lorraine on 01/10/2017

Response by Lorraine on 02/10/2017:

Òh thank you so much for the loveky kind words. It's been a pleasure having you angel she is a joy to be with and I look forward to her coming here as she is such a clever and joyful child.

A Godsend!

Lorraine has been an absolute Godsend and has stepped in, with very little notice, to be my emergency childminder on more than one occasion. She is a kind and caring childminder and all of the children I have seen in her care are happy and settled. My son took to Lorraine immediately, after we met at a local play group. I would recommend Lorraine's services to all!

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by Parent about Lorraine on 14/02/2013

Response by Lorraine on 16/02/2021:

It’s easy to give love and care for a child when they are so gorgeous. Missing him lots.