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.
We feel incredibly fortunate to have found Maria and Mike as childminders for our little one. From day one, it was clear that they truly love what they do, and this shines through in every aspect of their care. Our child started here when he turned one (he's 22 months now) and has become very attached to both Maria and Mike.
The environment at Oakhill Child Care is warm, nurturing, and perfectly suited for growth and exploration. Not only do Maria and Mike ensure the children are safe and happy, but they also go above and beyond by planning engaging activities that stimulate the children's creativity and learning. They prepare delicious food and make sure that our child take his nap every day.
What truly sets Maria and Mike apart is their ability to build such a strong, genuine connection with the children. They take the time to understand their unique needs and personalities, fostering a sense of trust and security that means so much to both our child and us.
Communication has always been exceptional. They keep us updated with daily photos, which reassures us that our child is in the best of hands. It's clear that they genuinely care about every detail of the children’s well-being and development.
We couldn’t recommend Oakhill Child Care enough! Maria and Mike have become such an important part of our family’s lives, and we are endlessly grateful for the love and care they provide every day.
What stood out for me with Anita taking care for my 2year old was updates she gave me daily on how my daughter was doing, the activities she was having with her painting, cutting out designs, play preparation of food to name a few was outstanding. Very reliable, reassuring and flexible makes Anita stand out and I will recommend Anita to any parent looking for a suitable childcare provider for their child.
Our daughter Perla was with Luis and Carla from 12 months old until she turned 3, and we honestly couldn’t have wished for a better start to her early years. From day one, we felt completely comfortable and their setting is truly a home from home, filled with warmth, care, and kindness. The transition of leaving your baby, especially your first, is so hard and emotional, but I just felt completely at ease with them both.
Perla absolutely adored Carla and Luis. Their love for the children in their care shines through in everything they do, and the bond they built with Perla was incredibly special. They treated her as if she were their own, and the love and affection she showed them was a clear sign of how happy and secure she felt.
We were always touched by the thoughtful little extras like special touches for birthdays, Easter, Christmas, Mother’s Day, always making each child feel celebrated and included. They were respectful and attentive to our preferences around food, naps, and potty training, always taking the time to listen and support our routines and choices.
They were also flexible and understanding, helping us out whenever we were in a pinch. Saying goodbye when Perla left for preschool was emotional for all of us - we all cried!
If we’re ever lucky enough to have another baby, we’ll be asking Carla for a space as soon as we see the scan! That’s how much we love and trust them.
RosieLL
Our daughter has been going to Maxine's childminding for almost two years since she was 1,5 years old and she loves going to Maxine. From the outset Maxine identified the things that our daughter finds difficult and worked on giving her the confidence to do them well. Maxine has prepared our daughter well for pre school and provides age appropriate learning tasks around letters and numbers, and she also does a lot of creative manual activities with the children. Maxine provides a great setting with a lot of outdoor activities and has a garden and a park outside her house that the children can enjoy during the good weather. We have no hesitation in recommending Maxine to any parent.
Jurga
I used Charly for my now 11 yr old daughter from ages 3-5 and my son from 9mnths old til 5yrs old.
Both of them absolutely loved Charly and bump into her regularly on the school run and they still have a chat.
Charly was fantastic with both children and always communicated any concerns or worries and helped deal with them.
Charly definitely made her home so welcoming that the children were very comfortable and made it feel like their own!
I highly recommend Charly and when anyone asks she is my go to childminder.
Kim has looked after our daughter from 9 months of age till 4 years. She has been an absolute life saver for us as we have no family nearby and without her help and support we would have been very lost. Our daughter loves it there and it had been like a home away from home.
We were lucky to find Rohini as a childminder for our son who has special needs. She is very kind, flexible and someone who knows her job very well. We loved the fact that she always has activities planned throughout the day as per the needs of our child. The meals offered are fresh and varied which allowed our child to try different tastes and textures.
We wish her all the best!!
Celma and her team are passionate about the holistic development of all the children in their care and work hand in hand with parents.
My spirited and lively daughter enjoyed going to nursery everyday and became better at voicing her needs and wants, making friends and dealing with disagreements with peers. She was guided with her big emotions by Celma and her team and they ensured they kept all the children’s best interests at heart. My daughter was there for over nine months and it really was a second home and greeted Celma and her team like they were family.
I loved all the lovely art she would create during the week and their trips to the local park and all the enjoyable times they had playing in the garden. My daughter’s numeracy and phonic skills improved and she would walk home with me singing songs and remembering phrases from stories they learned that day. She would also speak in different languages such as good morning in Italian, Portuguese and Greek as they do their good morning song in different languages. As a primary school teacher, I was impressed with both her academic and social development with her time at Celma’s.
The food was always prepared with loving care and my daughter enjoyed the homemade soups and hot meals that Celma would freshly prepare.
Celma had excellent communication with parents and dealt with any concerns swiftly and professionally. We would still have our daughter attend Celma’s only for we moved away from Crystal Palace. We will always remember our time with Celma fondly and appreciate all the hard work her and her team do everyday. ✨✨ I cannot recommend her highly enough. 😊
Tracey looked after my 5 and 1 y old children. Children adore and love her. If the weather is good, all the time children spent outdoors. Tracey is professional, dress them, feed them and play with them. Our circumstances changed, even if my children doesn’t want that, we need to depart. I highly recommend her, and hope she will find the best in the future.
Ania and Andy are wonderful childminders.
After the first conversation with Ania, I didn't look for any other care.
My daughter goes there with joy every day, my son has an adaptation so that parting with me is as stress-free as possible for him. The children spend a lot of time there actively in the fresh air, they have music classes and preparation for school,
Ania and Andy have a lot of patience and love, I know that my children are taken care of and safe.
And above all, they can be themselves, develop with a sense of acceptance and understanding without judgment.
I can't rate Bev highly enough, and I'm forever grateful to my friend who first put us in touch.
My son was cared for by Bev from 11 months to five years and he absolutely thrived under her watch. She encouraged him to be curious, to be caring, to be social, to be a good friend, how to regulate feelings and how to be happy... she essentially laid the foundations that means he's a person we're very proud of, who has been able to embrace every aspect of school. She taught him excellent hygiene and encouraged politeness and respect. Served him amazing food. Encouraged creativity and - most importantly - made sure he had fun every second of the day. And she brought a level of experience which really guided me as a parent. For example, she identified a 'tell' that helped us realise that he needed glasses.
Genuinely, if you get the chance to work with her, jump at it. Her skills and values bring an additional layer of care that is absolutely priceless.
I’ve been using Tiny Toes Childminding, run by the most wonderful woman, for the past 9 years for both my son and daughter—and I honestly cannot recommend her enough. Her home feels like an extension of our own; my children lovingly call her “Aunty” and even ask to visit during the holidays because they have such an incredible time there.
Her setting is warm, welcoming, and full of amazing toys, facilities, and a beautiful outdoor garden. I’m always telling her she should charge more for the incredible service she provides!
Thank you, Tiny Toes, for being such a trusted, reliable, and nurturing presence in our lives. As long as my children need childcare, they will always be with you.
If you choose Molly to care for your child, you have absolutely struck gold, she is one in a million.
Molly cared for my two year old girl and my 18 month old son for just under a year at our home. Molly’s years of experience really shone through in the nurture and care she provided to my children; from daily outings, curiosity activities and even creating the children their own personal scrap book of all their adventures together. My children would always have a continuous smile on their face and ask when Molly would be back to see them again.
Molly is a trustworthy, honest, kind and caring individual. She has a heart of gold and only ever wants the best for children.
We consider ourselves so lucky to have met Caroline and that our daughter got to experience growing up with this amazing person since she was 14 months!!
Our daughter will have been with Caroline for two years by September, when she is due to move on to a preschool, as part of her transitioning to a bigger setting.
We couldn't have asked for a better person to look after our little one. We were so stressed and worried when we were looking for the right setting, and then our paths crossed with Caroline. We couldn't be more thankful for this.
Caroline is a very caring, kind and responsible person! She takes the little ones out every day and teaches them all about nature and life skills. They attend toddler groups on a weekly basis. They also go to the allotment where they can pick up vegetables and fruit depending on the weather etc. They do beautiful group activities where their imagination, gross and fine motor skills are challenged. Also, regarding the meals that Caroline offers, they are very healthy and nutritious! Moreover, Caroline is always available to answer questions, reassure the parents and guide them through when needed. She is very thoughtful of each family's situation.
Throughout this time that our daughter has been with Caroline, there is nothing negative that we have experienced! Caroline has been an amazing influence to our daughter and we will be forever grateful to her and her whole family for looking after our precious little one!
We would choose Caroline every time!!!
We recently attended a family wedding at the Galgorm Hotel and were fortunate to have Tracey support us with caring for our 3-year-old son later in the evening. She helped settle him to sleep in our room and ensured he was comfortable and well looked after.
Tracey was incredibly professional, warm, and approachable—she immediately put me at ease. Communication in the lead-up was clear, prompt, and reassuring. We truly couldn't have asked for a better experience and would highly recommend her services without hesitation
Jess
My daughter has been attending Lilly Loo’s since she was 9 months old and will be leaving the Lilly Loo’s in July to start primary school. We are so grateful for the incredible care and learning she has received during her time at Lilly Loo’s.
Charlotte provides a consistent weekly routine that offers a wide variety of engaging activities. Such as attending local childminder groups, crafting activities and outdoor learning activities.
Charlotte regularly asks us about our daughter’s interests so she can tailor learning to her own interests.
Charlotte creates lots of opportunities for the children to mix with others through playdates and outings with other local childminders, which has helped with our daughter’s social skills.
Communication has been fantastic—we regularly receive updates and learning links that help us continue supporting our child at home.
We especially value the emphasis on outdoor learning, which has given our daughter so many memorable experiences.
Charlotte is currently supporting our daughter with her transition from Lilly Loo’s to Primary School.
We will be sad to leave Lilly Loo’s as Charlotte has been a big part of our daughter’s early years education. An amazing setting.
Rachel
When my grandson first started with Noelia he hardly spoke but he really has come on leaps and bounds and is now quite chatty. He went from crying when I left him to now happily knocking on the door and walking straight in not caring and not even a good bye 😂. We get sent photos throughout the day to show what is is doing and his progress throughout the day. Noelia is very attentive and has been brilliant working with Ezrael to bring him out of himself. He loves his time there so thank you for everything you have done
Jenny has been looking after our daughter for 15 months now and it has been the most amazing experience.
Our daughter has gone from strength to strength in her development. She absolutely adores Jenny and all of the other children she looks after. Jenny takes time to talk us through the different activities they have been up to that day and follows up with a diary and some lovely photos as well which is so lovely to see. Our daughter always has a beaming smile on her face which in turn makes us so happy. We love how varied our daughters days are when she is with Jenny. She goes to the farm, library, new forest, aquarium, museum, play groups (the list goes on…) as well as offering fantastic fun and activities at her home as too.
We are so so happy with the level of care that Jenny gives and would highly recommend her to anyone.
