Latest Reviews
Here are some of the latest reviews that we have received from parents who have used childcare providers and tutors listed on Childcare.co.uk.
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4.89 from 65,782 reviews
Emmy cared for my 4 year old and my friend's 19 month old while we vacationed in Oxford for the weekend. Emmy was able to make both girls feel secure and comfortable from the moment they met her. Both have very different needs because of the age difference but Emmy was able to provide for them with ease equally. When Emmy arrive the second day my daughter wanted to introduce her to all our other friends, she was so proud, that was special.
It was my first time hiring a nanny while on vacation, Emmy made me feel at easy and communicated so eloquently. I highly recommend Emmy, I only wished she lived close to me. Thank you Emmy
Sonya
Ella is a wonderful person, my two children are in her care for almost one year and they are really happy to be there. Ella is reliable and trustworthy. She is sending pictures and videos regularly with the activities they do. Her house is clean and the food that she provides is tasty. Ella is friendly and extremely caring with the children. I recommend Ella to anyone who is looking for a person to care after their child.
We have been using Fay for two years, and highly recommend. Both our children have flourished under her care. She offers so much that a standard nursery setting wouldn’t be able to. The children’s day varies from fancy dress role play, to trips to the local park, visiting horses, exploring nature out and about in her garden or the Radnage area and much much more.
Our daughter started just recently, and within a week she was fully settled and reaching out for Fay when she opened the door each morning.
Fay handles everything very calmly and professionally. Potty training, changes to routine etc are always supported. It’s a lovely home from home setting, but with early years learning structure, so is absolutely best of both worlds.
fran2904
I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to Erin for the wonderful experience she provided for my son. From the moment he stepped into her classroom, she welcomed him with warmth and kindness. She was particularly attentive in teaching English, which was especially important as my son spoke only Italian. Her dedication to teaching is evident, as she made learning fun and instilled a love for knowledge in her students.
Additionally, she organized many outdoor activities and outings that brought so much joy to my son. Thanks to her efforts, he has learned so much and has become more confident in his abilities. I couldn't be happier with the progress he's made. Thank you Erin for being such a caring and inspiring teacher! We will miss you.😘
Jane is the first childminder we met and she is the best you could ever wish for. My little boy loves the setting and all the toys. Everything is always perfect and couldn’t pick fault at all.
I'd never used a childminder before so was a tad anxious, but Rosie instantly put me and my boys at ease, followed by lots of update pictures through the day of them having a lovely time. I'd be happy to recommend her.
Emma has been looking after our son for over 2 years. He's developed so much in this time, and loved his time with Emma. She's an excellent communicator and gives us both written and verbal updates regularly. She's also highly organised, planning her holidays an eye-watering distance in advance, and thinking about different activities for the children in her care depending on the weather.
Most importantly though she's caring, supportive and fun. Knowing that when we drop off our son he's going somewhere he enjoys being, with a person who really cares for him, is a huge achivement. Anybody who gets a spot with Emma is really lucky, and we've felt that way.
We recently switched childcare to Debby and Allan. We were very conflicted about whether to do this (as my daughter was making some progress settling in her other setting). However I felt out of the loop with how her days were going, I wanted to feel more involved in the settling in process. I'm SOOO glad we made the switch. Debby and Allan were so open to hearing what I felt like my daughter needed from a setting AND what I needed from a setting(!) As me feeling confident would inevitably rub off on her too. They made suggestions about what might be the best first steps for settling in, and what the next steps might be after this. They did 2 straight weeks of settling in sessions (even on a Saturday morning!!!) all with the aim of helping her to adjust to them, adjust to the routines and adjust to the setting. They put so much thought and care into each child, I honestly don't know how they find the time and energy but they do!
Throughout the two weeks of settling, there was constant communicating back and forth. Which was incredible for me. I feel like some settings want to reassure parents saying "they're fine" when you know that isn't the case (you can tell if they've been distressed or teary eyed ...and then they are acting differently at home). I do understand this logic to an extent - but for me, not hearing the detail was making me feel more distressed, as I felt I didn't have the full picture. With Debby and Allan, they took this on board and in the early days they sent videos of her frequently (even if she wasn't happy), this allowed me to feel like I knew how best to support her when I picked her up. But also it allowed for the adults to brainstorm together what to do (one example being when she was on video letting out short sharp cries, I knew she hadn't slept well...and together we agreed to give Calpol which completely turned her day around 🙂). For settling in they actually listened to me about her likes and dislikes....They heard she liked encanto songs and played them for 2 weeks straight as a comfort blanket for her ❤️ (although I think Allan quite enjoyed this to be fair!!)
There are still some teething issues - inevitably, as life isn't perfect. One example being, she is not eating much at lunchtime. However, we are in communication about this. They are receptive to my ideas and also make suggestions based on their experience. They reassure me that this can be common in children who are still settling. We message each morning about potential issues - whether it might be teeth, normal toddler fussiness etc.... Long story short - it's a really good working relationship - we have good communication, share ideas and have the combined goal of making my daughter feel safe and loved 💕
I was a self-proclaimed anxious mum, very attachment focused (cosleeping, coregulation etc). I felt like no one could look after my baby as well as me, but needed to get back to work (as I'm sure many mums can relate to). I feel like if I could make a mould of who I'd want to look after my children, it would be Debby and Allan. 3 weeks in she is happy, playing with other children and goes over in the morning happily for a cuddle (After only 3 weeks!!!❤️) This all makes it so much easier for me to have the headspace to go back to work. They will probably never fully realise how appreciative I am for this - they give me peace, so I can get on with other things. I cannot say enough good things!
Aisling
We recently switched childcare to Debby and Allan. We were very conflicted about whether to do this (as my daughter was making some progress settling in her other setting). However I felt out of the loop with how her days were going, I wanted to feel more involved in the settling in process. I'm SOOO glad we made the switch. Debby and Allan were so open to hearing what I felt like my daughter needed from a setting AND what I needed from a setting(!) As me feeling confident would inevitably rub off on her too. They made suggestions about what might be the best first steps for settling in, and what the next steps might be after this. They did 2 straight weeks of settling in sessions (even on a Saturday morning!!!) all with the aim of helping her to adjust to them, adjust to the routines and adjust to the setting. They put so much thought and care into each child, I honestly don't know how they find the time and energy but they do!
Throughout the two weeks of settling, there was constant communicating back and forth. Which was incredible for me. I feel like some settings want to reassure parents saying "they're fine" when you know that isn't the case (you can tell if they've been distressed or teary eyed ...and then they are acting differently at home). I do understand this logic to an extent - but for me, not hearing the detail was making me feel more distressed, as I felt I didn't have the full picture. With Debby and Allan, they took this on board and in the early days they sent videos of her frequently (even if she wasn't happy), this allowed me to feel like I knew how best to support her when I picked her up. But also it allowed for the adults to brainstorm together what to do (one example being when she was on video letting out short sharp cries, I knew she hadn't slept well...and together we agreed to give Calpol which completely turned her day around 🙂). For settling in they actually listened to me about her likes and dislikes....They heard she liked encanto songs and played them for 2 weeks straight as a comfort blanket for her ❤️ (although I think Allan quite enjoyed this to be fair!!)
There are still some teething issues - inevitably, as life isn't perfect. One example being, she is not eating much at lunchtime. However, we are in communication about this. They are receptive to my ideas and also make suggestions based on their experience. They reassure me that this can be common in children who are still settling. We message each morning about potential issues - whether it might be teeth, normal toddler fussiness etc.... Long story short - it's a really good working relationship - we have good communication, share ideas and have the combined goal of making my daughter feel safe and loved 💕
I was a self-proclaimed anxious mum, very attachment focused (cosleeping, coregulation etc). I felt like no one could look after my baby as well as me, but needed to get back to work (as I'm sure many mums can relate to). I feel like if I could make a mould of who I'd want to look after my children, it would be Debby and Allan. 3 weeks in she is happy, playing with other children and goes over in the morning happily for a cuddle (After only 3 weeks!!!❤️) This all makes it so much easier for me to have the headspace to go back to work. They will probably never fully realise how appreciative I am for this - they give me peace, so I can get on with other things. I cannot say enough good things!
Aisling
We’ve been so lucky to have Emma as our childminder! She always keeps us in the loop about Khalani’s day—what activities she’s doing, how many nappy changes she has, what she eats, and when she sleeps. It’s so reassuring to know what’s going on.
Khalani has loved going to Emma’s and is always excited to be there. She’s made some great friends, and it’s clear how much fun she has! As she gets ready to move on to preschool and eventually big school, both of us will really miss Emma. We’re sad to say goodbye, but we’re so thankful for all the wonderful memories Khalani has made with her.
Thanks so much, Emma, for everything!
Or 2 year old son Walt has been with Jenny and Sean for a couple of months and I have to say these guys are just beyond incredible.
We didn't have the most positive experience with a previous local childminder and it did make us question whether childminding was the right option anymore, then we met Jenny and Sean.
It is very apparent they both love what they do with so much thoughtfulness and creativity put into every single detail. Their efforts they go to when planning for the week to ensure the children are entertained, engaged and educated does not go unnoticed. Our sons development has shot up in the last two months and he can confidently count to 15 and his vocabulary has dramatically improved.
The setting is lovely, and drop off/parking not a problem at all.
The communication to parents is outstanding with a lovely roundup of each day which really goes above and beyond what we have ever experienced. Then there is the monthly newsletter which we have really enjoyed reading through!!
Words cannot do these guys justice and they work so hard to ensure the children have an amazing daily experience. The reassurance they give to the parents as well is invaluable.
We just wish we had found Jenny and Sean years ago as our eldest would have loved going there too!
If you are looking for the best in childminding in the area, it doesn't get any better than this.
Jenny
Shabnam has been childminding our daughter (3 years old) since September 2022 . She looks after her for 4 days each week.
We are very pleased with the care our daughter receives, and the progress she has made whilst in Shabnam’s care. She settled in very quickly and loves going there. She has great fun playing with all the toys and other children in Shabnam's care.
Shabnam provides a wide range of activities, both indoors and outdoors.
Every week, our daughter plays, paints, sings, listens to stories, goes to the park and attends play groups.
Shabnam will provide healthy snacks such as fruit and toast.
Shabnam is always welcoming as well as carring and thoughtful. At the end of each day, she provides a summary of what our daughter has done, what she has eaten, how much she has slept. She also mentions any achievements as well as areas that she needs to practice on at home. She regularly sends us pictures and all of the activities they do during the day.
We are very happy with the level of care our daughter receives and are confident that the positive and supportive environment is helping her develop into a confident and happy little girl.
AnaisB
Shabnam has been an incredible childminder for my daughter for nearly two years, starting when she was just 1 year old, and I couldn’t be more impressed. From the very beginning, Shabnam has gone above and beyond to ensure my daughter is not only safe and cared for but also constantly engaged and learning. She organizes a range of activities, from arts and crafts to painting and water play, which my daughter absolutely loves. She has lots of fun toys in her play room and a large gated garden area where my daughter loves to run around. Every day is filled with fun, creativity, and laughter.
Shabnam is also a wonderful educator. She has taught my daughter nursery rhymes, numbers, and letters, helping her develop important skills in a fun and engaging way. It’s clear that Shabnam is not only focused on providing care but also on fostering my daughter’s development and growth.
What sets Shabnam apart is how she treats my daughter like family. She truly has her best interests at heart, and it shows in everything she does. My daughter feels so comfortable and loved there—she even calls Shabnam "Mummy"! It’s clear that Shabnam treats her like her own child, and that level of care and affection is priceless to me as a parent.
I also love the fact that Shabnam keeps me regularly updated with pictures and videos. It’s such a comfort to know that my daughter is having a wonderful time, learning, and developing new skills. Even on my days off, I still choose to send her to Shabnam because she enjoys it so much and learns so much while she’s there.
Having previously entrusted Shabnam with my son, I knew right away she was the best choice for my daughter. Shabnam fills in all the gaps where I feel I may fall short as a parent, and I can’t thank her enough for that. She is professional, caring, considerate, and truly one of a kind. I cannot recommend Shabnam highly enough—she is an absolute gem!
Ewa is everything you could ask from a childminder and more!
Our daughter Felicity has been with Ewa for just over 6 months now but it feels much longer! Felicity was 13 months old when we began looking for a childminder and was very to herself, so we really wanted to ensure the childcare setting was well suited to what she needs. We didn't think 6 months later Felicity would be happily walking into Ewa's setting high fiving all her friends with a big smile on her face week in week out 😊
Ewa is so so friendly and really does go the extra mile for her children! The setting she has created really is home from home with so much more. Felicity does new different activities every session and has picked up new skills such as counting, sorting and learning actions to nursery rhymes. The close relationship Ewa has with Felicity we really feel like is no other. Ewa is fantastic at sharing what Felicity does each day through Felicity's log book plus photos and videos (which Felicity loves to watch herself when get back that evening) which is a really lovely touch. On top of that, on so many occasions Ewa has given us the flexibility and support to change and add additional childcare where needed (with a little bit of notice) which has been a life saver!
We are so grateful to have found the best childminder for our daughter Felicity and we look forward to seeing Ewa week in week out for the foreseeable future. Thank you so much Ewa ❤️
Sam
Even with our short window, Olivia was extremely professional. She ensured we had a conversation first to make sure we could ask our own questions first. Then she spent time with our daughter to make sure she could put a name to a face.
Olivia provided an excellent service by keeping our daughter entertained with a mixture of activities as well as taking on board what she wanted to do. She went above and beyond by keeping everything clean and tidy, even extra to what we had asked.
I would thoroughly recommend Olivia as she has a calm and reassuring presence that put our daughter at ease straight away.
Our little boy has been going to Monika and Denes for nearly 2 years now and he loves it! (Always at breakfast he asks “mon mons soon?”) and recently our little girl has started going, she was only 10 months old and has settled in really quickly! We have recently moved out of the area but we still do the journey 3 days a week (it’s about a 45 min round trip) because they’re that good that we don’t want our children going anywhere else! Their setting is just built for the kids and is a little kids dream to go and play in! They promote independence and help the children adapt to different situations. Our little boy especially can be quite wary in new places/around new people/ change in routine but he is thriving here!
I’ve always had issues leaving the children with people (they literally don’t go anywhere else other than with us or to Monika and denes) but when they’re at the Lamonts they send updates during the day which always puts me at ease! You honestly won’t find anyone better to look after your children!
CarlyHM1
I have been with Shabnam since my girl was only 8.5 months old. She settled with her easily from the first few hrs as she knows quite well how to deal with babies and kids with passion and knowledge. I am very happy with my daughter's development from the early few months till she is now 3 years old and the dedication and love she provides for her is priceless. It is a 2nd home for her and not just a childminder. Shabnam is patient, honest, reliable, supportive and above all she loves her job and it reflects on the children with the love and happiness they have for her. I would definitely recommend her to anyone and it feels like she is a family to my child.
She has school knowledge and experience in a dedicated 1 to 1 focused learning experience which I believe has played a great role in the fast develolment of my girl. I feel my little one goes to a proper school nursery but in a family loving setting and couldn't ask for more!
