I very luckily came across Murdina Ballie Childminding Services through a recommendation by a friend of a friend on social media in December 2020. I required some help caring for my son and also an environment to help further his social and sensory development as he had just turned one at the time.
Murdina explained that as per government guidelines she would unfortunately be unable to invite us into her home at this time but we were welcome to come and look around the garden and have a chat to get to know one to find out what our needs were. I found Murdina to be polite and she interacted well with my son. Murdina was knowledgeable in her field, she explained everything in a clear and concise manner and breifly took me through her training history which I was pleased with.
After our initial meeting I decided one day a week would suit my family's budget and needs, Murdina took me through all the relevant paperwork at a pace that suited me and made sure I was comfortable.
On the first day when I was dropping my son off Murdina could tell I was quite nervous but she reasured me and kept in contact with me throughout the day which has remained constant throughout our time together and is one of the things I have valued most. I could tell my son had a great time.
I have also valued Murdinas ability to create an overall "homely" feel to the care she provides whether that be through arts and crafts, sensory play, messy play, story time, adventures outside, garden play, attending external clubs, the list is endless...Murdina has also taken my son on days out to the local Safari park and country park which he throughly enjoyed as he does with every activity.

Murdina has done well to create a COVID safe environment she is double vaccinated and wears a mask at drop off and collection. She keeps a clean and tidy home and is always up to date on the latest government advice and keeping me right!

It's a shame we have to leave but my son is transitioning on to nursery now, which undoubtedly murdina has had a helping hand with so thank you again.

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