Gina has been childminding my son Max (2 years) since March 2024. She looks after him for 3 days each week.

I have been extremely happy with the care Max has received, and the great progress he has made whilst in Gina’s care. Gina’s home setting is always welcoming, clean and well organised and Max has great fun playing with all the toys available and with the other children in her care. Beyond all this though, it is Gina’s warm and friendly but no nonsense approach which sets her apart from other childminders. You spend time in a playgroup Gina is the only one who is kneeling down at the child's level, engaging with the children in her care and encouraging them.

She provides a wide, fun range of activities, groups, day trips including plenty of outdoor exercise. I know Max has recently enjoyed drawing and sticking, reading and puzzles as well as outings to the park, trips to feed the ducks and walks. I love receiving decorated cards and things Max has made. She creates a fun learning environment, ensuring his EYFS framework is followed and on track: His words and practical skills have excelled with Gina's contribution to his care and development.

Gina is a great communicator and has no trouble in gaining Max’s confidence and therefore encouraging good behavior and kindness and compassion to others, both skills which are important to us at home. When Max is hurt or feeling under the weather I know that he feels happy to be comforted by her and I am confident that she can administer either first aid or medication following all the correct procedures and completing the necessary records to ensure his health and safety.

Gina provides delicious home cooked meals and healthy snacks. Gina gives regular updates, from this I have a complete picture of his whole day including what he has eaten, how long he has slept and all his activities. This helps me to feel involved with his care and that I can talk to him about his day. I really feel like she works in partnership with parents.

All in all I am thoroughly happy with the level of care Max receives and I’m certain that being in such a positive and happy environment is helping him develop into a confident and self assured little boy. We are sad to be leaving London and Gina, otherwise she would be in our boy's life as long as possible.

Gina's has created a safe and engaging environment for children. She is reliable and patient and children are made to feel like part of her family; I would absolutely recommend Gina as a wonderful childminder which any family would be so lucky to have take care of their little one.

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