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.
Rating Distribution
4.89 from 68,085 reviews
My little boy has been going to Diana since he was 6 months old and has now been going for 4 years. Diana provides a home to home setting and treats all the children as if they were her own. My little boy always loves going to Diana’s and is always excited to see what toys she has out or what trips she has planned for the day. I love hearing about their days at the farm, the park, the woods or soft play.
Diana also does so many lovely activities for Mother’s Day, Easter, Christmas etc but also encourages learning, I.e counting and letters.
My little boy has made some really lovely friends at Diana’s. We would definitely recommend Diana to any parent seeking a homely childminder.
Jayne has been such an amazing childminder to our daughter. She goes above and beyond as a childminder to not only care for your child but give them the best, exciting and stimulating home from home experience ever! I cannot recommend her enough to anyone looking for a childminder in petts wood. She really puts her heart and soul into her job and cares for children as if they were her own. She never fails to dress up in the craziest and funniest costumes for every occasion you can think of which the kids all love. Highly recommended xxx
JoFulch
We feel incredibly lucky to have found Helen who is such a wonderful childminder.
After a negative experience at a nursery, we were quite anxious about finding the right childcare again—but she quickly put our minds at ease. From the very beginning, she has been kind, welcoming, and made our son feel safe and valued.
Her calm and patient manner creates a warm, nurturing environment where our son has truly flourished. It's clear how much she genuinely cares about the children she looks after, and that personal touch has made all the difference.
One of the things we appreciate most is her great communication —we always feel informed about our child’s day, milestones, and any little updates. She plans great activities that are fun, creative, and perfectly suited to our sons interests and development—which keeps him engaged.
We couldn’t be happier and highly recommend her to any parent looking for a caring, supportive, and reliable childminder.
Laura looked after 2 of my children from the ages of 8months onwards she is kind and caring. They were always happy to go to her house as they were always doing activities and clubs they were always well looked after I couldn’t recommend Laura enough!
We had the absolute pleasure of having Mahsa care for our daughter, and I can’t recommend her highly enough. From the moment we met her, it was clear she is not only incredibly professional but also genuinely passionate about working with children.
Mahsa went above and beyond in every way—she was attentive, kind, and nurturing, and instantly built a warm and trusting relationship with our daughter. Her calm and reassuring presence made all the difference, and she consistently showed initiative, whether it was engaging in creative play, helping with routines, or simply being a wonderful support to our family.
What stood out the most was her reliability and thoughtfulness—she was always punctual, communicative, and flexible, and she treated our child with the utmost care and respect.
We are so grateful to have found Mahsa and feel incredibly lucky to have had her support. I would wholeheartedly recommend her to any family looking for a caring, dependable, and truly exceptional childminder or babysitter.
We wish Masha and her family great health and Joy
Deandra is absolutely amazing! Communication is always clear and reassuring, keeping me informed and at ease. The space is spotless, organised, and incredibly well maintained. She’s created a warm, safe, and loving environment where I believe children truly thrive. I couldn’t ask for better care for my son.
I cannot say enough wonderful things about Beata. She cared for my 14-month-old son, who is exclusively breastfed and incredibly attached to me. This was my very first time leaving him with anyone, and naturally, I was nervous. But Beata made the experience not only bearable but beautiful. From the moment she arrived, she had an incredible, almost magical way of connecting with him. The way she speaks to children is truly special—gentle, respectful, and completely in tune with their needs.
She was so patient and understanding, always checking in with my comfort level and making sure I felt supported through the process. It genuinely felt like she was there for me as much as she was for my son, which made all the difference. She didn’t just take care of him - she cared for him, and there’s a big difference.
Beata catered to both of our needs with such grace and ease, and I immediately felt like I could trust her. It’s rare to meet someone who feels like family right away, but that’s exactly how she made us feel. I recommend her wholeheartedly any family would be incredibly lucky to have her.
Daria
Sonia is an incredible childminder for our daughter, who has been with her since she was 9 months old. Sonia is reliable, flexible and clearly passionate about what she does. Every day is filled with fun, engaging activities that keep the children learning and entertained.
Since starting with Sonia, our daughter has made amazing progress - she's picked up lots of new words, gained confidence, and is genuinely excited to go each day. Sonia creates a warm, safe, and stimulating environment where children thrive. We feel so lucky to have found her and we can't recommend Sonia enough!
Hannah
Kalpana worked with us for close to a year to take care of my now 1.5 year old son.
She cared for him starting as a 6 month old baby to 1.5 year old toddler. He likes her very much. Since he is a very active kid needing close supervision and engagement, she was able to provide that with love and patience. She helped him with nap, bath, washing clothes and utensils, feeding. Also she is good around other family members and grandparents.
We definitely recommend Kalpana to any family looking for someone trustworthy.
I am truly grateful that I found Kelly and that my son is able to be cared for by her. She really is one of a kind. I was so anxious about sending my baby to a childminder for the first time, but the whole process has been EASY. My son absolutely adores Kelly and has so much fun. He’s always so excited to see Kelly in the morning and not bothered about me leaving.
Kelly is so gentle, kind and absolutely fantastic at what she does.
Our daughter has been with Kala for just over a year now and we can't fault the level of care and attention she has received since joining the setting! Her confidence has come on leaps and bounds and she adores going in to Poglets to play with all her friends. Kala's husband joining the setting full time has also been a great addition. We look forward to our second joining soon and can't recommend Kala enough!
Amy looked after my 1 yr old son and he had a lovely time. He enjoyed lots of different activities whilst in her care and the toys that she has to offer both for inside play and outside are great. Amy sent lots of pictures and updates throughout the day of what they had been up to. I would highly recommend.
Regarding Lily's performance as a nanny:
Areas of Concern:
- Attendance has been inconsistent and unpredictable
- Last-minute schedule changes have occurred frequently
- Reliability issues have impacted our daily routine planning
- Communication about availability could be improved
- Has not turned up and not provided any calls or explanations
While Lily has shown positive qualities in her interactions with children, the lack of consistency in attendance and scheduling has made it difficult to maintain a stable childcare arrangement. This has affected our ability to plan and maintain regular routines and imperative work schedules.
Sarah is like a home away from home with a welcoming set up, with playroom and wonderful outdoor play area for the children. We love that our son gets to experience different playgroups and days out each week. Sarah always has clear learning objectives and keeps us up to date on current topics. Our son has enjoyed his time with Sarah so much that we are sending his little sister this September. We are certain she will thrive in this setting like her brother.
Noted previous 5 ratings and took the plunge. Have a child that is coeliac and egg allergy so important food wipes down after eating. But my older child had to clean up after her meal on none of the days and did not help or direct kids to tidy up..came back after long shift to meet home in disarray. Told her about it. Next day come home to meet upset kids who said " your Mum was rude about it"..kids did not know what to say back. That was a poisonous seed ..speaking about me to my kids and then getting paid for that. Then I would pay but seemed happier texting husband. Overall very hard to read character. Played games with kids and took them to Park but overall was disappointed.
Michelle has been such a blessing to our family! She watches my 2 year old daughter and I honestly couldn’t ask for a more caring, hands-on babysitter. She’s incredibly engaging and always keeps my daughter active—whether they’re out exploring, playing games, or spending time with Michelle’s two adorable puppies (who my daughter absolutely adores!).
It’s clear Michelle genuinely cares and goes the extra mile to make every day special. I always feel at ease knowing my daughter is in such good hands!x
Britney
Natasha has had all three of my boys and my nephew - that in itself says it all. She is brilliant! From the very first time of meeting her she made me feel at ease and made the process smooth. My boys have all enjoyed being at 'Tasha's' and speak fondly of her, even my eldest who moved onto school 4 years ago. Her impact on their personal development, social interactions and academic progress has been exceptional, preparing them well for their transition to school. My son joined the school nursery already knowing his alphabet and how to answer simple sums.
Natasha provides a home from home environment where the children feel safe and are welcomed by her family. Children in Natasha's care are provided with plenty of creative and enriching opportunities which they absolutely love. Due to her care, patience and support I have always felt confident that my children were in the right setting.
I am yet to find another childminder as good as Natasha and any child she cares for is very lucky.
My daughter has been in Keeley’s care for the past 1.5 years - starting in full time care and now doing afterschool pickup and wraparound care. She has been absolutely amazing - caring, attentive, and full of warmth. We all know how unpredictable life can be, this is why we love how flexible she can be which has really helped us working parents out a lot. Keeley goes above and beyond every day, creating a safe, nurturing, and fun environment where my daughter has grown and learnt so much. It’s clear how much love and dedication she puts into her work, and most importantly - my daughter absolutely adores her!
