Patricia's Reviews
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5 out of 5
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The nanny is highly praised for her calm, loving, and professional approach to childcare. Parents consistently report feeling at ease leaving their children in her care, citing her extensive experience and ability to handle various situations. She is described as reliable, communicative, and flexible, often going above and beyond expectations. Many reviewers liken her to Mary Poppins and express gratitude for her support.
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Below are the latest reviews for Patricia. Please note that reviews represent the subjective opinions of other Childcare.co.uk members and not of Childcare.co.uk. Parents must carry out their own checks and references on childcare providers to ensure that they are completely happy before enaging in the use of their services.
Trish babysat our 13 month old for the evening whilst we were at my sisters wedding and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend her to anyone looking for a babysitter. She was great at communicating with us, we had a quick call a couple of days before to chat through the plan and she completely put our minds at ease, we felt very comfortable leaving our son with her. Thank you very much again Trish!
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Maria
on 04/09/2024
I have had the pleasure of meeting Pat recently and she has been kindly looking after my baby boy for a couple of months now. She is very calm, loving and a caring nanny. I feel at ease when I leave my baby with Pat and her experience is apparent to me.
Pat looks after my baby very gently and looks after him with love and care. She has also looked after my 7 year old daughter who thoroughly enjoyed her time with Pat and together they had a wonderful time where my daughter spoke very highly about Pat.
Thank you Pat.
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Sharook
on 29/01/2024
When I first contacted Trish to discuss babysitting needs she was very kind and understanding. We arranged for her to visit us and both my boys aged 5 and 10 were excited to meet her and show her around our home. I was really impressed with Trish's experience. We had an evening out for our older boy recently and Trish came to look after our 5 year old. Everything went really well and felt calm when we arrived home. It was nice of her to send me a message when H had gone to bed nicely after doing puzzles, playing cars and reading with her. We are looking forward to some future kid free nights out with Trish here with the boys
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NicBaz
on 06/01/2023
We wanted a night away in London and contacted Trish to confirm her availability. Trish come to see our family home and the children a few days before we left and from the moment we met her we knew she was the perfect fit.
When you sit down with Trish you soon feel at ease with the wealth of experience she has accumulated over her life and career to look after your children.
Our children are aged 5,5,7 and 9. She greeted them from school, prepared tea and got them in bed without any trouble at all, tidied up and then following morning had them up bright and early, dressed and out the door without any trouble.
When we returned the house was clean and tidy and she left a lovely note on anything she felt we needed to know.
Thank you once more and hopefully see you soon xx
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jparker6
on 08/12/2022
Tricia was amazing, she looked after my 3 & 5 year old for a few days and nights. For various reasons my little girls are really sensitive and have only stayed away from me a few times so I was really worried that they wouldn’t settle but Tricia was great with them, and knew exactly how to handle them. They both asked when she was coming back so that’s got to be a brilliant sign. She really is your very own Mary poppins! Thanks Tricia xx
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Lara
on 28/03/2022
Trish looked after my 4 year old and 9 month old for a whole weekend while I went away.
I was let down by my childcare arrangement and contacted her last minute for help. We had a meeting which was also last minute. She has a very kind nature and put me at ease during the meeting and I just knew my children would be okay in her hands.
We had a few blips such as me being stuck in traffic but she wasn’t phased by anything. My eldest loved his time with her and didn’t even miss me! And my 9 month old took to her very well, usually she’s very clingy and won’t settle with others without me there.
For someone to take on a huge job with very young children just shows how experienced they are and I would love to have Trish again if I need help with childcare in the future.
Massive thank you!
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Rebecca
on 26/07/2021
Trish looked after my daughter when I needed an overnight nanny at short notice. She was everything that I could have hoped for and more. My 2 year old adored her and spoke about her for days when she had left, I would recommend her to anyone.
Trish set my mind totally at ease, was in contact whenever I needed her to be and could not have been more professional.
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Ellena I
on 18/09/2020
Trish calmly arrived on the scene to save the day when I was required to return to work when our daughter was 3 months old. I was at ease from the moment she walked in for the interview, and she was with us until Georgie was three. She was an immense support to us at every stage of her development.
They attended music classes and swimming together, but also very happy at home, keeping a nap schedule and playing, but moving on to starting to write and learn letters and numbers. They were often out and about locally, and Georgie got used to the rhythms of attending the library and taking our dog for walks... the routines gave her (and our terrier!) a lot of structure that helped the household run.
Trish is a patient nanny and excellent parental sounding board, never judgemental, but direct with her own experiences and views, which as a brand new parent was really helpful and reassuring.
Trish became very much a member of our family and someone that our daughter saw as a close friend and support. We miss her dearly but know we will keep in touch.
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jenf106
on 29/01/2020
I was new to Cheltenham when my daughter was born so when it came to finding a nanny/babysitter, all I had to go on were reviews and the instinctual feeling when you meet someone. That was nearly two years ago and I can say without a shadow of a doubt that Trish made me feel so calm during our interview and then proved herself to be a jewel when it came to her interaction with my daughter. On a personal note, you can tell she loves children and she's clearly very good at her "job". And on a professional level, she is outstanding to work with. Often times parents worry if their child is ok when they're alone with a babysitter but I can honestly tell you, we don't ever have that feeling when Trish is at our house.
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AT421
on 05/09/2019
Trish brilliantly cared for our two children (8 year old and baby`) when we had to go away for two days. I was very nervous at first, but Trish was very experienced, really caring, and super reliable. We were very grateful for her care. She brought library books and activities for my son (who was very happy with her), and was very good with the baby (taking her out for walks, feeding, bathing, putting her to sleep, etc.). She left a detailed note about how the children were. We look forward to seeing her again!
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silverpl
on 08/07/2019
Trish babysat our 6m old son in a hotel while we were at a wedding.
She was brilliant - making us feel instantly totally comfortable upon arrival, communicating clearly throughout (over text and with detailed notes), was proactive in her care (taking him for a long walk & washing all bottles used) and flexible & good natured when we had a slight issue with our taxi coming home.
We couldn't recommend her highly enough and would definitely use her again if circumstances permit.
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Henry
on 10/12/2018
Trish is everything you could possibly ask for and more. Not only is she very experienced she also obviously loves children. Both these attributes come across in her care of children. She has looked after my baby boy twice and I have felt very comforted knowing that my son is in her care. She is punctual and communicative also. She obviously really enjoys what she does and I wouldn't think twice to work with Trish again.
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on 03/12/2018
Trish was super punctual and very swift and pleasant to communicate with. We only had one night in Cheltenham and didn't hang about once she arrived. But I'd very happily work with her again and recommend her.
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toleary
on 02/10/2018
We’ve had the pleasure of having Tricia care for our kids for the last 12 months. They are 6,4, and 20 month old twins. I can go and never worry about a thing. She can handle any situation with calm and experience! She is completely reliable and her communication is crystal clear. She even keeps me in organised!
We are moving home to the States end of August and I wish I could pack her up and take her with us. She’s so much more than a nanny. She has become a support to me and a dear friend. I am immensely sad to say goodbye to her. So are my kids. You would be lucky to have her in your home!
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on 31/07/2018
Trish came to help us beginning last August. We have 4 children under 5 (2 being 14 month old twins). From the moment we met Trish, it was obvious that her expertise and knowledge regarding children is exemplary. She is amazing with all ages and a joy to have in our home. Having found her has literally saved me.
We moved here from the US with 4 small children and no family support, I was drowning. Enter Trish - she is a treasure!! Anyone would be lucky to have her care for their children. My babies adore her. She always goes above and beyond my expectations.
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on 27/01/2018
I found Patricia via the childcare.co.uk website and she has been helping me with my two boys (6 months & 3 years) for the last few months. Tricia is always punctual, happy to roll with as much or as little as I want to do with the boys. Either being my parental side-kick on a farm or playground trip or taking the lead whilst I take a afternoon nap in preparation for the night ahead. She's been happy to help prep meals, iron, tidy-up etc without prompting, and has been wonderful flexible to my husband's shift pattern, helping me with bath/bedtime on occasions and an occasion weekend date. Tricia has been the first person I've felt able to leave my youngest with, giving me and hubby some valuable time out together in an evening. Although I've never used a nanny or similar service before, I've been very happy and impressed with Tricia and hope that she will be able to continue to part of my family for many years to come.
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on 03/09/2017
Trish has been such a great 'find' in terms of her devotion to the babies. She has a balanced approach, on the one hand being deeply professional aswell as having such a loving manner with our five months old twins. She easily juggles the task of simultaneously caring for two needy babies and they clearly enjoy her calm, secure approach. She is a joy to be around and we feel very lucky to have her in our lives as new parents.
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Laura Wh
on 29/08/2017
Trish has been with us 2 days a week since I had to return to work when our daughter was 3 months old. She has been a real rock to the whole family, and with her extensive experience an ideal person to bounce ideas and questions off when we are lacking in certainty. She has helped with starting solids, and kept up the routine we were putting in place, whilst gently giving advice and guidance during various transition phases as our daughter has grown.
She is now 10 months and is visibly excited (and vocal!) when Trish arrives. They obviously have a great time together and a wonderful bond. Various activities include walks, popping to the shops, attending monkey music classes and swimming together. A real benefit for us is how Trish also takes great care of our dog when she is here, who also loves their days together.
Trish is now starting to help with some increasingly required discipline as our daughter cheekily is feeling out boundaries. Whilst being utterly professional and trustworthy, Trish clearly also cares deeply about our little girl, her happiness and welfare. We could not ask for more.
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jenf106
on 24/08/2017
Trish worked for us for four weeks in February and March 2017, since our nanny was recovering from an operation. From the first conversation with Trish, we were confident to leave the children in her care, and she met our expectations. We were absolutely delighted.
Trish was looking after our two children; a 3.5yr old with some additional needs and a 2yr old. She was willing to both fit in to the children’s existing routine of pre-school, groups and swimming etc, and to lead in drawing and craft activities.
The children took to Trish immediately, indeed the youngest now calls me Trish sometimes; I’m delighted, it’s a sign that Trish was immediately part of the family! Trish was a very calm presence; she took interest in both children and steered their learning of new skills. For example, the oldest is now experimenting with colouring in drawings a lot more.
Trish has a practical, can do attitude, she’s punctual, gives feedback and is completely trustworthy. She is also very flexible, for example – she was able to do some babysitting for us too. We would recommend her!
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KCCB
on 13/03/2017
Patrica looked after my 9month old baby while I attended a job interview. I was extremely apprehensive about leaving my baby with anyone other than my family. As soon as I meet patrica I felt at ease and comfortable with her caring for my daughter, patrica has a natural calm caring way about her that is very transparent upon meeting her and my daughter warmed to having patrica care for her straight away, she wasn't fased by my 8month old puppy in tow either and even brought treats for him! . I have since used patrica again and would not use anyone else. If you want a competent caring kind person who is reliable and supportive then look no further. I moved to Cheltenham not knowing anyone and patrica has been a God send I know I can call her anytime and she will be able to help if she can even at short notice. Highly recommended
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Jessica
on 17/02/2017
Trish worked for us for around 7 months, as our after school nanny, with many full days over the school holidays. She has been amazing. She is a hugely calming influence on our excitable 3 year old, and deals very well with an occasionally stroppy 7 year old. I don't think there is anything they could throw at Trish that she couldn't handle with her usual tranquillity. In 3 hours after school she manages to get reading done, a meal cooked and cleared away, and quite often, the children bathed. During the holidays she kept them well entertained. The children love her and we will miss her.
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