Tiny Town Tots's Reviews
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Sharon and her team took our 1yr daughter on and we could not have been more happy with our choice. This is our first born so as expected we were a little nervous naturally but we had communication with Sharon during the day and on pickup to put us st ease. Very kind and accommodating group and we could see the development and learning in our little girl almost immediately. Such a shame we had to take her out but our move away from London dictated that
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Liam
on 15/08/2024
Our son Leo has attended Tiny Town Tots since he was 10 months old. Myself and my partner are so grateful for all of the love and care Sharon and her daughters have given to Leo. He is so happy when we drop him off there and it has been amazing watching how much he has learnt. He is always coming out with new words and sounds, he now says his version of "thank you" when you give him something, he knows lots of different songs, all of which we know we have not taught him (!); all have come from the time he has spent in Sharon's home. They are always doing lovely activities with the children and he often comes home with different pieces of art. We are sadly leaving as we are moving to a different area, but I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Sharon.
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RebeccaC
on 11/07/2024
Our daughter had a wonderful time at Tiny Town Tots and really bonded with Sharon and Nicola. She was there from 11-27 months and she learned so much! We also started with Sharon during the first winter of covid and our daughter had never been looked after by anyone but me and my partner. It was such a comfort to know that she was in loving hands with Sharon and Nicola. I especially liked that she was in a small group and built meaningful relationships with the other kids. Would definitely recommend Tiny Town Tots to anyone looking for a warm, caring, and reliable childcare option.
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Molly
on 13/09/2022
I'm so so happy I chose Sharon and Nicola to look after my daughter. Dora is thriving in Sharon's care. I was quite nervous about sending Dora to childcare as with covid she'd only been looked after by family. Sharon made the settling in process easy, with a graduated start. On Dora's first half day, Sharon sent me several updates by text which was so reassuring.
I very much feel we work as a team, communication is excellent, we've worked on Dora's eating and naps together. Sharon is very flexible, and if I tell her we've had a hard morning for example coming back after a holiday, she gives Dora extra cuddles and care.
I like that because Sharon works with her daughter, she takes more children, so it operates like a small nursery, so Dora has more interaction with a small group of pals and access to lots of equipment, but with all the benefits of continuity of care in a small setting.
Sharon has a big focus on outdoor fun, and as she has a minibus takes the kiddies out on regular trips to different parks. I also like that the house is on a quiet residential street, so time in the garden and yard is away from traffic.
Dora's learnt so much while at Tiny Town, before she was two she's learned to count to ten including be able to point at numbers and name then, and one day she came home and recited the alphabet, we were amazed! :O She picks up nursery rhymes and brings home cute craft projects.
All in all I couldn't recommend Sharon enough, I feel she is an extension of the family. First class care.
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Rachel C
on 06/07/2022
I was so nervous about our son going to the childminders as he was just 6 months old when I went back to work, but I really needn’t have been. Sharon has been utterly fantastic. She is incredibly good at her job and so brilliant with the baby. We work together as he is growing and developing, and he is coming on leaps and bounds on all fronts!! She has also been incredibly patient and kind to me, which has made the whole experience so much easier.
If you are looking for kind, highly competent care, and a safe and happy environment for your baby I would really recommend Tiny Town Tots.
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SPIE123
on 15/06/2022
Our daughter has been going to Tiny Town Tots since she was ten months old. She’s now a little over two. She’s loved her time with Sharon, Natasha and Nicola. She always comes back beaming and often with a new drawing or craft project she’s done.
As parents we fully trust Tiny Town Tots to look after her with kind, caring and professional approach. Evie comes back clean (cleaner than mummy/daddy days) fed and rested. We discover over time all things she is being taught: words to songs, to count to ten, dance moves. Now she can talk she tells us all the things they do together during the day. When she was younger we really appreciated the more direct and kind care she received in this homely setting.
I would whole heartedly recommend Tiny Town Tots for anyone looking for childcare.
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newmum
on 14/03/2021
With Covid, we felt like our son had missed out on the fun activities he would have done in baby groups etc.
Since starting with Sharon at 8 months old Santi has loved going to Tiny Town Tots Monday-Thursday, where they do loads of learning activities fun play time.
We always feel well informed and love receiving daily updates on what they have been up to. It's great to feel assured that your child is in a safe and kind environment.
We are sad to be leaving Sharon, Nicola and Natasha and would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a childcare solution.
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CaraH
on 18/01/2021
We had previously been nervous about our son entering childcare, as for a large proportion of his life, he had only had contact with myself and my husband due to the COVID pandemic.
Meeting Sharon instantly eased my worries – we were wow-ed with her friendliness and professionalism, all in a homely environment where our son has absolutely thrived from the moment he started.
Our son loves going to Sharon’s house and always returns home well fed, rested, and having had a brilliant time with a plethora of toys. As parents, we love seeing all the new ‘tricks’ he has learned, like actions to songs, and new words, and always feel well informed of Coen’s day-to-day activities through his ‘book’, as well as a friendly chat at pick-up time. We are incredibly grateful that Sharon has allowed our son to flourish and really let his (very energetic) personality shine.
We are so sad to be leaving Sharon, Natasha, and Nicole (due to relocation) and really wish we could take the Tiny Town Tots team with us!!
We can whole-heartedly recommend Sharon and know that any child in her care will be so very happy.
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KatieSz
on 18/01/2021
I was nervous about returning to work in November and leaving my daughter in someone else's care for the first time but on meeting Sharon I knew I had nothing to worry about.
Sharon has provided Ruby with a safe, clean and engaging place to play and learn. She keeps us well informed on what Ruby has been up to in the day.
Ruby has a great time at Tiny Town Tots and is always happy to see Sharon and her family - they have obviously bonded which makes me happy too.
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Holly
on 01/01/2021
I can wholeheartedly recommend Sharon’s setting. My son started here when he was 10.5 months old and has only recently moved on to a bigger nursery/preschool (he's nearly 3) in preparation for school – he absolutely loves Sharon and her family, and we had to think long and hard before making the move.
The first thing I noticed when I went to meet Sharon was her warm, professional attitude, and the absolutely immaculate condition of the setting. There are lots of toys and resources, but no sense that the playroom or garden are crowded or disorganised. My good first impressions have held up, and it’s clear that Sharon and her daughters take their responsibilities very seriously. My son always ends the day well-fed, well-rested and happy, and I never worry about his safety or wellbeing because I know he is being carefully looked after.
He clearly also has a lot of fun. The children do drawing and craft activities, have storytime, dance, go outdoors, and play with all the toys and equipment provided. After the weeks of 2020 lockdown, I was worried he would be reluctant to leave home and go back to childcare, but my son was actually excited to go back! (He also settled quickly here at the beginning; I was particularly concerned about naps and sleep, but that seems to be really well handled here, and even my 'bad' napper got the hang of the routine within a day or two.)
I hadn't considered a childminder until my husband suggested it and I visited a few settings before settling on Tiny Town Tots, which was by far the most impressive and reassuring. A safe pair of hands for your little ones.
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Mama
on 01/07/2020
My son has been with Sharon and Natasha since he was 10 months old to almost 4 years old. The care at Tiny Town Tots is exceptional, they provide a loving environment, all of the children are well behaved and have a lot of fun. The children go on outings, do arts and crafts, have play centered learning and they are fed well. My son formed a special bond with them, so did I.
My son is now at pre school, which we delayed, as we wanted him to stay with Sharon and Tasha where he felt secure, while he adjusted to life as a big brother. We now send our daughter to Tiny Town Tots and she is just as happy there as he was.
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Syreeta
on 02/08/2019
Our daughter was at Tiny town tots for 15 months. She started just before she turned 1. They looked after her very well and provided a really nurturing, loving environment. They were flexible to her needs, especially when she started and was very young. She was extremely happy there. Sharon and her daughter genuinely care for the children. Her learning also really developed in their care and she always enjoyed the trips out to parks and other outings. Their environment is extremely clean. Our daughter also really enjoyed spending time with the other children at the childminders. I would definitely recommend tiny town tots.
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NickyC
on 04/08/2018
Our son started with Sharon at nine months for three days a week, and we have been so pleased with the care she has provided. Sharon and her assistant, her daughter Tasha, are a fantastic team who have created a safe and warm environment full of positive energy in which our son is thriving.
Tiny Town Tots is set up like a mini nursery with a wide range of toys, books and other resources to support the learning and development of young children. Sharon and Tasha also regularly take the kids to the park and to local play groups, so there is no shortage of social stimulation! At the same time we feel confident our son is getting the rest he needs, and is recharging well through the balanced meals and snacks Sharon provides throughout the day.
Sharon is an incredibly warm and friendly person; her home is loving, secure and an envionment in which children can get on with the joyous business of being children.
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on 13/07/2016
I would 100% reccommend tint Town Tots. Sharon is extremly welcoming and takes care of my son very well. Sharon currently picks my son up from school and cares for him until collection. This consists of her doing a variety of activities with him, Arts & Crafts, reading, handwriting sheets and will even go as far as over looking his homework! Sharon has gone over and above her childminding duties for my son and he is very happy there. The environment is hygenic but warm and inviting for the children. She has made my sons transition from attending her home full time to after school club only very easy for all of us. She informs me at the end of every day how he got on and also provides healthy snacks which he enjoys. I am also kept informed via a colourful newsletter which is very handy. All in all i am extremly pleased with the services i have received for over 4 years with Sharon.
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Latoyann
on 26/02/2016
My son has been with Sharon for a year and a half, since he was 1 and he is really happy there. Her house looks like a nursery, it is full of toys and the walls are covered in colourful posters and learning charts. She also has a garden full of outdoor toys. This all creates a very warm and welcoming environment. The park is also very close and they go there often.
Sharon and her daughter (also a registered childminder) look after the children together, this means they can have more than 3 children. My son really enjoys the company of other children and finds it very stimulating. When I pick him up I am always amazed at how well behaved they all are. Often they are are all sat around the table doing a puzzle or game together, taking turns and sharing.
The days are structured with regular meal times and nap times. My son has lots of food allergies and Sharon has been very understanding about catering for him. She provides breakfast, lunch and tea for him. I know Sharon is very safety conscious and I feel confident that my son is in very safe hands.
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on 05/02/2016
My son has atttended Tiny Tots Childminders for over a year now - he started when he'd just turned one. He's been really happy at Tiny Tots from the very beginning and settled in very quickly. Sharon and the team do everything they can to make your child feel at home and settled. It's lovely knowing that when you drop your little one off they look forward to the day of activities with their friends.
Sharon is very good at making sure the kids have a good balance of a regular routine (with meal times and sleep times) and also lots of different activities every day. If the weather is good enough they always go to the local park or playgroup and they do lots of fun activities such as drawing, painting, making collages and cards for parents on special occasions like Christmas and Mother's day. They also do lots of educational acitivities such as flash cards, reading books, counting and alaphabet songs and lots of singing of the nursery rhymes.
It's a nice variety for the kids and in the summer they also get to play in the well equipped garden that has lots of toy cars, a water and sand table and lots more. Sharon and the team always let you know what your child has been up to when you pick them up and they write a daily record book which is a great help as meal times and activities are all listed.
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Zoehill1
on 02/02/2016
The thought of going back to work for any parent can be highly stressful, with the care of your child being your main priority, it is essential that you are able to find the right carer who will meet your child’s individual needs, and I feel we have found this with Sharon.
Micah has now been at Sharon’s for 2 years 7 months and we have a good partnership of care when deciding on how my son is looked after. Sharon encourages positive behaviour as we do and I am happy to say we are able to be joint partners in the care of Micah.
Sharon’s home is smoke free, immaculately clean, safe and stimulating environment which are all important factors to me. It is immediately noticeable how hygienic Sharon is with the use of gloves at nappy changing time and regular wiping of the equipment and toys.
Sharon provides all the meals and snacks that Micah requires throughout the day. There is a weekly menu for parents to see what the children will be eating for the week. The menu is frequently packed with nutritional meals and the children always receive a healthy and well balanced diet.
Sharon has a large variety of age appropriate toys and there are plenty of opportunities for outdoor play as Sharon has a covered garden which means the children can be outside even when it rains! She also has an extensive amount of outdoor toys, along with walks, trips to the local park, play groups, indoor play centres and museums!
The opportunities are excellent for social interaction and time for bonding with other children of all ages. All Sharon’s equipment meets safety standards and we never doubt the safety of our child as Sharon constantly updates her qualifications.
Micah thoroughly enjoys the company of his peers! When I arrive to collect him, he is always content and usually reluctant to go home as he is having a good time playing and singing along to nursery rhymes.
Sharon provides regular feedback on how Micah is doing and provides parents with a diary which entails all Micah’s activities completed for the day as well as how many naps, nappy changes and what food he has eaten. .
Sharon has gone above and beyond her duties, I value her not only as Micah’s childminder but someone who truly cares for my son and his happiness and wellbeing.
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Latoyann
on 24/02/2014
My 25 month old daughter has been cared for by Sharon since she was 9.5 months for 3 days a week. She was happy from day one, settling in well and getting to know the other two children there. I liked Sharon as soon as I met her, her house was clean and organised and she came across as a caring and friendly and genuine about wanting to provide quality childcare. Having 3 older children and grandchildren herself, it was a career choice rather than a lifestyle choice.
My daughter is thriving, she is confident and very happy and Sharon has been supportive of our routine and has adapted with us as Bay has grown. We receive an update on her day in a special note book, so we know if she has eaten and slept well and what activities they have done that day. My daughter looks forward to her days with Sharon and heads inside every morning without a backward glance. We are quite firm that Bay should have fresh food and fruit and no cakes, sweets and biscuits unless its a special occasion, Sharon has respected that and encourages good eating. She maintains a menu for the week which is kept on the wall. She does not provide food for under 1's.
Sharon covers the Early years curriculum with ease, there are posters and signs all around the room, a wonderful selection of toys and books which are kept clean and tidy and lots of time for reading, music, singing and craft. Sharon has invested in new decking and play area in her garden and also a rain cover so the children can still go outside for fresh air even in bad weather. They regularly go to the park nearby ( Upper Norwood) and local playgroups and enjoy special trips out occasionally to the library, Horniman museum and soft play areas.
If we have ever had any suggestions or questions, Sharon is happy to discuss, she also accepts childcare vouchers as payment.
Bay sees Sharon and the little boy there, as an extension of her family, she is happy, safe and loved, allowing my husband and I to go off to work without any worries.
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