Florence's Reviews

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Best childminder I could have hoped for

Marie looked after my son Oscar full time, starting after the Covid restrictions were lifted and until last August as he started primary school in September 2024.

I had never used the services of a childminder before and what type of childcare to go for is always a big decision to make for parents but I am so glad I reached out to Marie back in 2020 as she has been the best childminder I could have hoped for. She came with very good recommendations that we knew we could trust. On our first meeting, she explained what she does, what she cannot do, expectations for both sides, payment schedule and conditions, government funding to look out for.

We had ‘settling’ sessions before my son started fully in her care. Marie is extremely reliable and trustworthy. She ensures we, parents, know what they are doing throughout the day by updating us on WhatsApp. She has brilliant activities outside, in her garden, depending on the weather and go regularly on walks with them to Wollaton park as she lives very close to one entrance. Oscar did all sorts of activities at Marie: water, ice play, playdoh, colouring, painting, craft, baking. She also took him to various toddler groups within walking distance so that she would socialise.

Although now Oscar is in primary school education, he is always looking forward to come to stay with Marie and her lovely family during half term, when the occasion arises. Last October, we had to cancel our holiday trip to Paris at short notice but Oscar didn’t mind as he knew he’d spend some days at Marie’s, which was far more exciting. Oscar still feels at home at Marie’s. Anytime.