When moving to Slough, there was so much to do such as applying for schools, nurseries and looking for the perfect childminders while looking for work.
I registered with Childcare.co.uk and stated what I needed and Shafaq got in touch with me straight away.

Upon meeting her and her husband Kamal at their home, I was taken back at how they have modified their home into a safe, play haven for children. I knew straight away that my two boys would fit in perfectly here and most of all, they would love it. They have everything that is needed to fill up a day full of activities and fun. I didn't even consider looking for another childminder.

Zayn is full time with Shafaq and Kamal, while Noah comes after 3 pm every day. They have been with them for a year and a half and I plan to keep them both with them for as long as I need childcare!

Zayn is two now and still struggles with speech which frustrates him at times when he's trying to tell us something, but Shafaf and Kamal both understand him and knows how to deal very well with his frustrations. They treat him like he's their own child, sometimes I feel like he doesn't want to come home with me!

My boys are very well looked after and very at home with Shafaq and Kamal. I walk away every day feeling very at peace and I have the sense of security that they are happy and most of all safe.

We are always updated with what the children are up to through our Whatsapp group where regular photos and videos of their antics are uploaded.

The boys are provided with lunch every day from home but sometimes I find that they haven't eaten from it, but I'm pleasantly assured that Shafaq offers them something from her own fridge to fill them up so they never come home hungry.

At the end of the year, we are given an end of year folder of the progress that the child has made, with added drawings and printed photos.

Shafaq and Kamal are very polite and most importantly, professional and are experts at what they do.

I couldn't ask for better childcare.

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