Vitalija Herrero

Vitali is a wonderful and dedicated childminder

I can’t rate Vitali highly enough, she is the best a parent can ever ask for. We moved into the area June 2022 and were worried about how we were going to manage morning and after school runs at Maundene for our 8 year old considering that we had to go to work awkward times but Vitali made our life very easy. She is the most loving, dedicated and trustworthy childminder I could ever have wished for my boy. My son absolutely adore her, occasionally she would send wonderful photos of him at the park, crafting or playing games. Never in a single day did l worry about my son when he was with Vitali. Thank you for your understanding and flexibility, you responded to our last minute needs without any issues. Thank you for providing a safe and secure child-centred physical environment for the children. Our boy misses Vitali’s morning cereal😂😂

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by Rebecca on 04/09/2023

Outstanding childminder

Vitalija has looked after both of my girls since they were babies and up until they have started Reception and I could not have asked for a better childminder.They both came on leaps and bounds with Vitalija's input and help through all the important milestones and getting them ready for school.

Since the very first meeting, it was clear to see that Vitalija absolutely adores her job. From providing a wonderful home from home environment to constantly enhancing and developing their learning while making sure the girls have lots of fun. Vitalija has a wealth of knowledge, resources and experience but most of all she is creative, engaging and a lovely warm person, who bonds with the children instantly.

I loved seeing what adventures they got up to through the day via Whatsapp, seeing the happy faces and later hearing about how much they both loved spending time with Vitalija.
The days were filled with wide range of amazing activities, from lots of outdoor play to playgroups, local area visits, arts&crafts, messy play, imaginative play and so much more. Vitalija encourages the children to decide what activities they'd like to participate in but always makes sure they are learning whist having fun.

I am so grateful my girls had such a fantastic, caring and professional child minder looking after them, I highly recommend Vitalija to anyone who needs a Mary Poppins, she truly is the best!

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by Kat on 21/09/2022

Amazing childminder

Vitalija looked after my son for nearly 3 years, I have nothing but praise for her and her family. Such a loving, friendly and warm family home which you are welcomed into straight away

She is full of energy and straight away made my son feel comfortable and safe in her family home.
My son is very shy around new people, Vitalija helped with his confidence so much and I could see a difference in a short space of time.

The days are always filled with fun activities, learning lots and outdoor messy play which my son couldn’t wait to tell me about. He always came home beaming with happiness, we have Vitalija to thank for that.
My son is now starting school so we are extremely sad to have left now, but any new family who chose Vitalija are so lucky to have her guide and look after your child.

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by ZoeJ on 31/08/2022

Home away from home

Vitalija is a very skilled, kind, compassionate, hardworking and caring individual that creates a home away from home.
After 6 years and two children with her I would absolutely recommend her to anyone and everyone.
Vitalija nurtures children as individuals and works with them to reach goals and celebrates every achievement that they make.

Vitalija has worked with my SEN child through pre and post diagnosis with confidence, honesty and with adjustments needed to ensure that she thrives at her home as well as planning for school.

There isn’t anything Vitalija wouldn’t do for the children and goes above and beyond for them at all times. She is active and takes them out regularly to many thing such as the library, group sessions, parks, and walks. my children have benefited from having the space to explore and learn through doing. Even when in the home setting they make use of all the space and the garden in all weathers.

Vitalija’s home is thought out with separate space for playing, getting creative, eating and a toilet downstairs. There is never a lack of anything for the children to do. The food is balanced and my children have been able to explore new foods.

Vitalija sends plenty of lovely pictures of my children enjoying themselves and with friends. The communication is excellent. Vitalija’s reports (2 year old checks) are thorough and clear, she will take the time to sit down and go through them with you so as a parent you understand them too.

Couldn’t have had a better person being such an important part of my girls growth and lives.

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by amy91 on 30/08/2022

More than we could've wanted for our children.

Vitalija previously looked after my eldest son, and has since looked after my youngest for the past 3 years. There is no-one else we would have chosen for our second son as we were so grateful for everything she offered to our first.

Vitalija is full of energy and enthusiasm and it is always obvious just how much she cares about the children she is looking after. She takes them in like they are her own family and is as excited about their achievements and celebrations as the parents. The group of children she cares for become like a little family and watching their bond grow is wonderful. Every day Vitalija creates activities and tasks for the children to challenge them, whilst having fun both in and out of the home. They play outside in all weather's, and the garden at her home is great - with play equipment, water play, mud kitchen, plants etc. She also cooks a huge variety of fresh meals which have taken my son out of his comfort zone, but have become some of his favourites. Saying this, she is always accommodating through the occasional fussy stage!
Overall, the care she offers is outstanding, and I have never once doubted that my son is having the best day in her care. The videos and photos we receive throughout the day fully support this and are a great way to treasure memories too.

We consider ourselves incredibly lucky to have our children under Vitalijas care, and accepted into her home like family, for the last 6 years. She is now a friend who's advice and knowledge we fully welcome and respect. She will always hold a special place in our family's heart and we will be so sad to see our son's time with her end - any families that choose Vitalija in the future are incredibly lucky!

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by OllieMum on 18/08/2022

AMAZING!

Vitalija took on our daughter at a very difficult family time and she really was amazing. Ellie was always excited to spend the day with Vitalija, so many activities and we could tell our little girl was very very happy. We had sadly been let down by a childminder with our eldest in the past and were very cautious, but Vitalija has just put our minds at ease. And even though our Ellie hasn't seen Vitalija for a while she is always talking about her and I can't thank Vitalija enough for everything she has done for our baby girl and our family! Thank you so much!!! I would 100% recommend Vitalija, the best childminder a parent can ever wish for!

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by 80Katie on 01/09/2020

The best childminder a parent could wish for!

Vitalija is an amazing lady, since day 1, I have had 100% confidence in her. She has looked after my daughter for nearly 2 years now and my daughter has progressed so much. She was so encouraging and supportive with my potty training and anything I have been unsure about as a first time parent. Her home is so welcoming and you feel like one of the family!
I am going to be sad when the day comes that my daughter will no longer be attending but I can’t thank this lady enough for everything she has done in the last couple of years.
I highly recommend Vitalija, she’s superb!!

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by Parent on 21/03/2019

ABSOLUTELY THE BEST AND MOST RECOMMENDED

Vitalija has been looking after my lively son since September 2018. He has been absolutely thriving as a result of their interactions. Vitalija has got endless amount of energy, positivity and encouragemenet.
I have been more than happy with support, care, warmth, love and encouragement she provided for our son. I can highly recommend her to my friends and others looking for a childminder that is enthusiastic, helpful, engaging, supportive, flexible, accomodating and caring. 
Every month we have been receiving a report about our son's progress and it was informative and made us proud of his achievements.
We are most thankful for having Vitalija in our life as she is like a family member to us.
Thank you for everything.

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by Olga on 10/01/2019

Amazing childminder!

Vitalija is everything you would want in a childminder and more. My four year old used to cry every morning when I took him to a local nursery. From the minute he met Vitalija and her lovely family he was excited to go there and loved every minute. Vitalija fills their day with great activities, both indoor and out, that he has enjoyed so much. She does such fabulous, varied things that you simply don't get other childminders doing. My son has grown in confidence due to her and her lovely boys and I cannot thank her enough.
Her meals are superb and so varied and my son always likes to excitedly tell me what new thing he has tried that day. I love that she sends pictures throughout the day so I can see what they are all up to.
I have felt so much happier knowing my son is being looked after by such a wonderful person who stretches little minds and so clearly really cares about those in her charge. I only wish her could take her on my move as both my son and I will genuinely miss her.

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by Parent on 25/10/2017

Does more for my son than we could ever ask for!

Vitalija has had more of a positive impact on our son than my partner and I could have imagined.
We were very anxious about leaving our son with anyone, as I was returning to work when he was 10months old. He was very clingy, reserved and sensitive. He was also breastfed and refused bottle. Vitalija was incredibly accommodating with her settling in periods, ensuring we worked at my son's pace and eased him in little by little. She was patient when he cried for me daily and when he refused to eat any of the amazing meals she cooked. She helped him to take a bottle, using first my breastmilk, then cows milk and now goats milk due to intolerances. She helped me cope with the stress and worry of leaving him when he was still so dependant. And she encouraged him to try new food, new activities and to socialise.
Fast forward to now. My son is 2 and a half and he cheers when I tell him he is seeing Vitalija. He runs up the steps every morning and doesn't want to leave of an evening. He plays with the other children confidently, and he not only participates in toddler groups but he leads the other children in to them. He takes part in all activities. She has helped his speech and his physical development. And she has now helped him to start potty training also. She has encouraged his strengths and worked on his weaknesses as a whole.

So much of his development is down to the input from Vitalija and I honestly don't think he would be where he is today without her. She keeps us updated on a daily basis via photos, videos and messages - an invaluable addition in helping me ha die my time away from him.
She feeds him new and varied, healthy meals every day - he eats things with her that he would never touch at home!
She takes him outside, to groups, to soft play, the library, toddler classes, baby gym.
She does messy play, crafts, reading, painting indoors.
She has made her garden a great place to play and her house is committed to the convenience and enjoyment of the children.

I can't speak any higher of the care my son receives, and I trust Vitalija with my son whole heartedly, as I will do with future children also.
Myself, my partner and my son are VERY lucky that she moved to the area at the exact time we were looking as there's no doubt that of we'd have waited, she wouldn't have spaces open for long!

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by OllieMum on 16/10/2017