Sally Ea's Reviews

Highly recommended

Sally has looked after my daughter from 9 months until starting school (and she still goes for occasional school holidays, by request!), and my son from 7months - he's now 3 and still with Sally. Sally provides a loving home from home environment where our children have thrived, they are both so happy to go to Sally's and feel like they are part of her family. They eat and sleep well with her and come home calm and happy. They enjoy the varied outings (parks, Woburn, toddler groups, the library, local walls, etc) and their time at home. Sally's activities (messy play, construction, crafts, baking, puzzles, imaginary play etc) are always spot on for their development, she has an excellent supply of toys, learning resources and books. Both my children have learnt many life skills (dressing, toilet training, manners) from Sally, she always knows just when to introduce these things. They are well ahead of their peers with reading, writing and numbers, and are really enthusiastic about learning. From a parent's point of view, Sally is reliable (she never cancels for illness or personal appointments), flexible and offers good advice. She provides frequent photos, a short daily written report and regular progress updates. Our children have benefitted from being in a small group of different aged children, with one dedicated adult that doesn't change - both things that I think are very important for the early years and a big bonus of a childminder over a nursery. We couldn't ask for more, thank you Sally.

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by SarahJW about Sally Ea on 17/02/2023

A fantastic childminder

I have been so happy with my choice to send my daughter to Sally from about 8 months old. Sally provides a nurturing and homely environment and a wide range of engaging activities both in and out of the house. She regularly takes them to the safari park, toddler groups, dog walks and soft play. My daughter has a wonderful time and has made some lovely friends. She encourages good behaviour, independence, creative play and a love of learning. I know my daughter has benefitted greatly from her time with Sally in so many ways and I would not hesitate to recommend her. I am hopeful that my youngest will be able to go to Sally’s too.

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by jodieh about Sally Ea on 13/12/2019

An absolutely lovely person and fantastic childmin

My children have been with Sally now for over 2 years and they still look forward to going to her each day.
Sally is a very fun and bubbly lady and I can see by the smiles on my kids faces when I pick them up and drop them off that they love being with her. My little boy was very slow with learning and as much as I try to help him I don't get the most alert time in the day oh week days to help him so I thought he would be very behind when he goes to school but I just accepted it and help him when I was at home. However, Sally has put time and effort into going out of her way to give Riley extra help through his struggling and he is now exceeding other children that were ahead of him. He has come so far and I know without Sally's help and commitment it wouldn't have been achievable so soon.
Also Sally barely ever stays in with the children she minds, they are always off to toddler groups, the zoo, play areas etc. with absolutely no extra charge to the patent. There is never a dull day for the children and the time they do spend at Sally's she has a lovely big play room and a huge arts and crafts stash so the children are always having fun.

I couldn't ask for a better childminder. :)

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by Parent about Sally Ea on 10/12/2016

Response by Sally Ea on 12/12/2016:

Thank you so much for the lovely review. Working with you to progress your son's development has worked so well. He is keen to learn and I enjoy encouraging and assisting him.
We often go out in the mornings and play in the playroom and do craft activities after lunch if a child is not sleeping. If however a child would prefer to stay in then we have a fun filled day at home.

Great fun and homely environment !

Sally has been my 4 year old's childminder for the last 3 months.
He's progressed so well with his writing and also confidence playing with other children since he's been with her.

He really enjoys spending time at Sally's house. He always has stories of all the fun things they've done, including where they've been. Sally always makes sure they go out during the day but also some quiet time at home. She has a fantastic garden with toys and equipment and also a well equipped playroom. The whole family love spending time with the children, chatting to them etc.

I can always trust that he'll be well looked after with Sally. She's a very caring lady and is there for him when he gets upset, but is also no nonsense .. she's instilled some great rules, especially table manners and also being more independent (like putting shoes on himself).

The children Sally looks after are all well behaved and are a credit to her. I cannot thank Sally enough and I would recommend her to anyone looking for a home from home childcare provider.

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by Yasmine about Sally Ea on 05/08/2015

Excellent Childminding

I could not have made a better choice than Sally as a childminder. My daughter in her care has become confident, self assured, a skilful communicator and a competent learner. Every day she loved going to meet her friends, knowing that she was entering a safe, warm environment. Sally also encourages the children to play well together and behave appropriately. She organises stimulating activities both inside and out and does regular trips to toddler groups, farm, parks and library. I would not hesitate to recommend her.

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by Parent about Sally Ea on 21/09/2011