Latest Reviews
Here are some of the latest reviews that we have received from parents who have used childcare providers and tutors listed on Childcare.co.uk.
We were lucky to find Rohini as a childminder for our son who has special needs. She is very kind, flexible and someone who knows her job very well. We loved the fact that she always has activities planned throughout the day as per the needs of our child. The meals offered are fresh and varied which allowed our child to try different tastes and textures.
We wish her all the best!!
Celma and her team are passionate about the holistic development of all the children in their care and work hand in hand with parents.
My spirited and lively daughter enjoyed going to nursery everyday and became better at voicing her needs and wants, making friends and dealing with disagreements with peers. She was guided with her big emotions by Celma and her team and they ensured they kept all the children’s best interests at heart. My daughter was there for over nine months and it really was a second home and greeted Celma and her team like they were family.
I loved all the lovely art she would create during the week and their trips to the local park and all the enjoyable times they had playing in the garden. My daughter’s numeracy and phonic skills improved and she would walk home with me singing songs and remembering phrases from stories they learned that day. She would also speak in different languages such as good morning in Italian, Portuguese and Greek as they do their good morning song in different languages. As a primary school teacher, I was impressed with both her academic and social development with her time at Celma’s.
The food was always prepared with loving care and my daughter enjoyed the homemade soups and hot meals that Celma would freshly prepare.
Celma had excellent communication with parents and dealt with any concerns swiftly and professionally. We would still have our daughter attend Celma’s only for we moved away from Crystal Palace. We will always remember our time with Celma fondly and appreciate all the hard work her and her team do everyday. ✨✨ I cannot recommend her highly enough. 😊
Tracey looked after my 5 and 1 y old children. Children adore and love her. If the weather is good, all the time children spent outdoors. Tracey is professional, dress them, feed them and play with them. Our circumstances changed, even if my children doesn’t want that, we need to depart. I highly recommend her, and hope she will find the best in the future.
Ania and Andy are wonderful childminders.
After the first conversation with Ania, I didn't look for any other care.
My daughter goes there with joy every day, my son has an adaptation so that parting with me is as stress-free as possible for him. The children spend a lot of time there actively in the fresh air, they have music classes and preparation for school,
Ania and Andy have a lot of patience and love, I know that my children are taken care of and safe.
And above all, they can be themselves, develop with a sense of acceptance and understanding without judgment.
I can't rate Bev highly enough, and I'm forever grateful to my friend who first put us in touch.
My son was cared for by Bev from 11 months to five years and he absolutely thrived under her watch. She encouraged him to be curious, to be caring, to be social, to be a good friend, how to regulate feelings and how to be happy... she essentially laid the foundations that means he's a person we're very proud of, who has been able to embrace every aspect of school. She taught him excellent hygiene and encouraged politeness and respect. Served him amazing food. Encouraged creativity and - most importantly - made sure he had fun every second of the day. And she brought a level of experience which really guided me as a parent. For example, she identified a 'tell' that helped us realise that he needed glasses.
Genuinely, if you get the chance to work with her, jump at it. Her skills and values bring an additional layer of care that is absolutely priceless.
I’ve been using Tiny Toes Childminding, run by the most wonderful woman, for the past 9 years for both my son and daughter—and I honestly cannot recommend her enough. Her home feels like an extension of our own; my children lovingly call her “Aunty” and even ask to visit during the holidays because they have such an incredible time there.
Her setting is warm, welcoming, and full of amazing toys, facilities, and a beautiful outdoor garden. I’m always telling her she should charge more for the incredible service she provides!
Thank you, Tiny Toes, for being such a trusted, reliable, and nurturing presence in our lives. As long as my children need childcare, they will always be with you.
If you choose Molly to care for your child, you have absolutely struck gold, she is one in a million.
Molly cared for my two year old girl and my 18 month old son for just under a year at our home. Molly’s years of experience really shone through in the nurture and care she provided to my children; from daily outings, curiosity activities and even creating the children their own personal scrap book of all their adventures together. My children would always have a continuous smile on their face and ask when Molly would be back to see them again.
Molly is a trustworthy, honest, kind and caring individual. She has a heart of gold and only ever wants the best for children.
We consider ourselves so lucky to have met Caroline and that our daughter got to experience growing up with this amazing person since she was 14 months!!
Our daughter will have been with Caroline for two years by September, when she is due to move on to a preschool, as part of her transitioning to a bigger setting.
We couldn't have asked for a better person to look after our little one. We were so stressed and worried when we were looking for the right setting, and then our paths crossed with Caroline. We couldn't be more thankful for this.
Caroline is a very caring, kind and responsible person! She takes the little ones out every day and teaches them all about nature and life skills. They attend toddler groups on a weekly basis. They also go to the allotment where they can pick up vegetables and fruit depending on the weather etc. They do beautiful group activities where their imagination, gross and fine motor skills are challenged. Also, regarding the meals that Caroline offers, they are very healthy and nutritious! Moreover, Caroline is always available to answer questions, reassure the parents and guide them through when needed. She is very thoughtful of each family's situation.
Throughout this time that our daughter has been with Caroline, there is nothing negative that we have experienced! Caroline has been an amazing influence to our daughter and we will be forever grateful to her and her whole family for looking after our precious little one!
We would choose Caroline every time!!!
We recently attended a family wedding at the Galgorm Hotel and were fortunate to have Tracey support us with caring for our 3-year-old son later in the evening. She helped settle him to sleep in our room and ensured he was comfortable and well looked after.
Tracey was incredibly professional, warm, and approachable—she immediately put me at ease. Communication in the lead-up was clear, prompt, and reassuring. We truly couldn't have asked for a better experience and would highly recommend her services without hesitation
Jess
My daughter has been attending Lilly Loo’s since she was 9 months old and will be leaving the Lilly Loo’s in July to start primary school. We are so grateful for the incredible care and learning she has received during her time at Lilly Loo’s.
Charlotte provides a consistent weekly routine that offers a wide variety of engaging activities. Such as attending local childminder groups, crafting activities and outdoor learning activities.
Charlotte regularly asks us about our daughter’s interests so she can tailor learning to her own interests.
Charlotte creates lots of opportunities for the children to mix with others through playdates and outings with other local childminders, which has helped with our daughter’s social skills.
Communication has been fantastic—we regularly receive updates and learning links that help us continue supporting our child at home.
We especially value the emphasis on outdoor learning, which has given our daughter so many memorable experiences.
Charlotte is currently supporting our daughter with her transition from Lilly Loo’s to Primary School.
We will be sad to leave Lilly Loo’s as Charlotte has been a big part of our daughter’s early years education. An amazing setting.
Rachel
When my grandson first started with Noelia he hardly spoke but he really has come on leaps and bounds and is now quite chatty. He went from crying when I left him to now happily knocking on the door and walking straight in not caring and not even a good bye 😂. We get sent photos throughout the day to show what is is doing and his progress throughout the day. Noelia is very attentive and has been brilliant working with Ezrael to bring him out of himself. He loves his time there so thank you for everything you have done
Jenny has been looking after our daughter for 15 months now and it has been the most amazing experience.
Our daughter has gone from strength to strength in her development. She absolutely adores Jenny and all of the other children she looks after. Jenny takes time to talk us through the different activities they have been up to that day and follows up with a diary and some lovely photos as well which is so lovely to see. Our daughter always has a beaming smile on her face which in turn makes us so happy. We love how varied our daughters days are when she is with Jenny. She goes to the farm, library, new forest, aquarium, museum, play groups (the list goes on…) as well as offering fantastic fun and activities at her home as too.
We are so so happy with the level of care that Jenny gives and would highly recommend her to anyone.
I have 2 kids with adhd and Zeynep tried her best to always stay calm and take care of them in the calmest and most understanding way possible. She eventually choose to stop with us and I regret it but she always communicated with me very clearly and I really appreciate she tried her best. She is very professional ans I would recommand her for sure!
My 9 year old absolutely loves to go to Jenny’s for half-term, before & after school care. Jenny treats all the children as though they are her own and is attentive to individual needs.
Jenny has plenty of indoor and outdoor spaces, with frequently changing activities so the children are always excited to see what is there to play with. She also frequently takes the children out for fun (and educational) adventures; a brilliant extra at this provision, be it the park, a farm, a museum, feeding the local animals etc.
Jenny also does activities suited to the interests of the children in her care - she does cooking and crafting, perfect idea of fun for my daughter!
My daughter is also a sensitive little sole and struggles with particular things - Jenny is a pro distraction expert and great at helping kids overcome their anxiety of new things.
Other positives; the children absolutely love the snacks and multiple fruit options are offered to the picky eaters (my child!).
You can see the youngsters which Jenny childminds during the day are very well cared for and build excellent relationships with Jenny and the other children (at school pick ups, they are all excited to see one another, with the toddlers calling out the names of the others and running to greet them on the playground). Jenny is fantastic at communicating, I love that she shares pictures of where they are or what they’ve been up to, and special achievements; things they’ve learned and succeeded at.
Also a key note, Jenny is one of very few who is very well experienced and knowledgeable with regards to safety and regulations. You’ll notice a fantastic balance with assessing risks, ensuring safety and first aid needs are met, whilst ensuring fun, caring and encouraging environment.
I Highly recommend Unique Journeys Childminding.
We feel incredibly lucky to have had Subha care for our toddler over the past three years. From the very beginning, she created a warm, and safe environment that helped our child feel at home and thrive.
Her patience, kindness, and genuine love for the children she looks after are truly special. She always took the time to understand our child’s unique personality, encouraging their curiosity and helping them grow in confidence and independence.
We especially appreciated the thoughtful activities she planned—creative play, outdoor adventures, story time, and learning games that kept our little one engaged and happy every day. Communication was always excellent, and we felt fully involved in our child's day-to-day experiences.
My daughter absolutely adores her, and it’s clear that she made a lasting, positive impact on her early years. We couldn’t have asked for a better childminder and are so grateful for the love and care she provided.
Thank you, Aunty Subha for everything—you will always have a special place in our hearts!
We feel incredibly lucky to have found Timnit! She joined our family when our son Max was just 8 months old, and for the past three months we’ve been working together regularly — a rhythm that has continued to be a wonderful support for all of us. From the very beginning, she brought such warmth, confidence, and experience into our home, and has quickly become an invaluable part of our lives.
One of the biggest milestones Timnit supported us through was helping Max transition to his own cot — something we had really struggled with ourselves. She offered practical tips that made the change feel completely stress-free. In fact, she was the first person to successfully put him down to sleep in it, and thanks to her calm and intuitive way with him, she made that first transition gently and confidently. To this day, she’s able to settle him for naps in a matter of minutes.
Thanks to her guidance, we’ve also been able to establish a daily routine that works beautifully for Max — especially when it came to his naps, weaning, and settling into a solid rhythm of breakfast, lunch, and dinner. She also helped us drop night feeds, something we had been quite anxious about. With her reassurance and support, the process went far more smoothly than we expected.
Beyond the essentials, Timnit took the initiative to research and share local learn & play sessions, as well as age-appropriate activities we could do with Max. She also recommended introducing soft play blocks at home to encourage his movement, and they’ve truly been a game changer!
She regularly shares photos and videos of their time together, especially when they’re out exploring, which gives us so much joy and peace of mind. Max absolutely adores her — he lights up every time she arrives, and it's easy to see how much he’s learning from their time together. She is teaching him little things like waving and pointing, and it’s amazing to see how he is beginning to remember new words and their meaning.
We trust Timnit completely and couldn’t ask for a more thoughtful, warm, and knowledgeable person to care for our son. We recommend her wholeheartedly!
Ania was recommended to us by lots of people. Our little girl loves Ciocia Ania and Andy. They understand kids and parents! I always felt that I can ask for advice or just have a chat. They were very helpful and accommodating Our needs. I was happy that Willow was able to spend all days out (river trips, playground, walks etc) as she is an outdoor child. She was playing, learning, dancing, singing, being encouraged to try new things.
Ania and Andy are great!
We were lucky enough to find Janette when we did to be our then-13 month old's childminder. Our daughter and Janette had a great connection from day one, and there were no issues with her settling in. She was always excited to go to Janette's house everyday - her face would light up when we reached Janette's door as she realised where she was and she would start smiling instantly.
She had a lot of fun playing with Janette and her young sons, who are equally wonderful. Janette's place was always so peaceful and comfortable, and Janette radiates calmness. Our daughter would be out with Janette everyday at various playgroups or doing activities, such playing with musical instruments and arts & crafts. We were given some lovely homemade cards and pieces which she helped our daughter make, which we were very grateful to have as keepsakes.
Our daughter ate fantastic home-cooked and nutritious meals at Janette's, which was really important to me in my initial search for a childminder, and put my mind at ease knowing she was eating so well. She has really benefitted from a home-from-home setting at Janette's, and developmentally has came on leaps and bounds, particularly with her walking and speech, which is down to Janette.
Unfortunately, we have recently moved out of the area so have had to find new childcare arrangements for our daughter. Had it not been for the move, we would have had our daughter stay in Janette's care for as long as possible, as she had a great bond with Janette and family and it was tough for us to find alternative childcare arrangements when our daughter had been so happy at Janette's. In short, Janette has been a tough act to follow. We highly recommend and miss Janette!
